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Town Centre, Overdale & Dawley Bank

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About

The Town Centre, Overdale & Dawley Bank area in Telford and Wrekin is a mix of residential and commercial spaces. The Town Centre serves as a hub for shopping, with the Telford Shopping Centre and nearby retail parks offering a range of stores and services. Public transport links, including buses and the railway station, provide connections to surrounding areas.

Overdale and Dawley Bank are primarily residential neighborhoods, with a mix of housing types from terraced homes to modern developments. Local amenities include schools, parks, and community centers, catering to families and long-term residents. The area retains some historical character, particularly in Dawley Bank, with older buildings reflecting its industrial past. Green spaces like Dawley Park offer recreational opportunities, balancing urban living with outdoor access.

Area overview

On average Town Centre, Overdale & Dawley Bank has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 154 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 14.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Town Centre, Overdale & Dawley Bank is £51,100 per year. There are 2 schools in Town Centre, Overdale & Dawley Bank: 1 primary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
154
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
9/10
Social housing
14.5%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Town Centre, Overdale & Dawley Bank Population
8,359
Population density
2,203 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,733
80.58%
Other White
459
5.49%
Indian
333
3.99%
African
172
2.06%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
91
1.09%
Total population: 8,356

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
1,465
45.1%
Owns outright
605
18.63%
Private landlord or letting agency
555
17.09%
Other social rented
325
10.01%
Social rents from council
201
6.19%
Total households: 3,248

Property prices in Town Centre, Overdale & Dawley Bank

Based on 82 recent sales, the median property price is £239,000 in Town Centre, Overdale & Dawley Bank area, with individual transactions ranging from £60,000 up to £450,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Town Centre, Overdale & Dawley Bank in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Town Centre, Overdale & Dawley Bank over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached31£299,950
Flats3£139,000
Semi-Detached29£218,000
Terraced19£175,000

10 years median price trend in Town Centre, Overdale & Dawley Bank

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Town Centre, Overdale & Dawley Bank.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/11/2025.