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St Oswald

England / West Midlands / Shropshire / St Oswald

About

St Oswald ward is located in the town of Oswestry, Shropshire, near the England-Wales border. The area includes residential neighborhoods, local shops, and green spaces like Cae Glas Park. Oswestry town center is nearby, providing access to services and amenities. The ward has a mix of housing types, from Victorian terraces to modern developments.

The ward is named after St Oswald's Church, a historic landmark in the area. Transport links include the A5 road and Oswestry railway station, connecting to larger towns and cities. The ward has schools, healthcare facilities, and community centers serving local residents. The surrounding countryside offers walking routes, including paths toward the Welsh border.

Area overview

On average St Oswald has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 51 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in St Oswald is £44,500 per year. There are 2 schools in St Oswald: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
51
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
8.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

St Oswald Population
4,828
Population density
98 per km²

Demographics

British
4,576
94.76%
Other White
128
2.65%
White and Asian (mixed)
20
0.41%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
19
0.39%
Irish
18
0.37%
Total population: 4,829

Housing

Owns outright
900
45.85%
Owns with a mortgage
581
29.6%
Private landlord or letting agency
192
9.78%
Other social rented
114
5.81%
Social rents from council
101
5.15%
Total households: 1,963

Property prices in St Oswald

Based on 55 recent sales, the median property price is £364,000 in St Oswald area, with individual transactions ranging from £128,680 up to £838,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached35£380,000
Flats1£140,000
Semi-Detached17£245,000
Terraced2£191,840

10 years price trend in St Oswald

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.