Telford and Wrekin is a district in the West Midlands, covering an area of approximately 290 square kilometres. It includes the new town of Telford, which was developed in the 1960s, as well as historic market towns like Wellington and Newport. The district is known for its mix of urban and rural landscapes, with industrial estates alongside green spaces such as the Wrekin, a prominent hill and local landmark.
The area has strong transport links, including the M54 motorway and rail connections to Birmingham and Shrewsbury. Telford is home to shopping centres like Telford Shopping Centre and Southwater, as well as cultural sites such as Ironbridge Gorge, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The district also features several parks and nature reserves, offering outdoor recreation opportunities.
On average Telford and Wrekin has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 86 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 16.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Telford and Wrekin is £43,359 per year. There are 85 schools in Telford and Wrekin: 55 primary (8 Outstanding and 39 Good) and 12 secondary (1 Outstanding and 6 Good).
Based on 1,797 recent sales, the median property price is £225,000 in Telford and Wrekin area, with individual transactions ranging from £45,000 up to £1,055,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 641 | £330,000 |
| Flats | 92 | £113,500 |
| Semi-Detached | 649 | £207,950 |
| Terraced | 415 | £168,000 |
10 years price trend in Telford and Wrekin
Admaston & Bratton
Apley Castle
Arleston & College
Brookside
Church Aston & Lilleshall
Dawley & Aqueduct
Donnington
Edgmond
Ercall
Ercall Magna
Hadley & Leegomery
Haygate & Park
Horsehay & Lightmoor
Ironbridge Gorge
Ketley
Lawley
Madeley & Sutton Hill
Malinslee & Dawley Bank
Muxton
Newport East
Newport North
Newport South
Newport West
Oakengates & Ketley Bank
Overdale & The Rock
Priorslee
Shawbirch & Dothill
St Georges
The Nedge
Woodside
Wrockwardine
Wrockwardine Wood & Trench
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.