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Wellington West

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About

Wellington West is a residential area situated on the western edge of Telford town centre. The neighbourhood is characterised by a mix of post-war and more modern housing, with many homes offering views across the surrounding Shropshire landscape. The area provides straightforward access to the town's central retail and business facilities.

A notable local feature is the Wrekin hill, which forms a prominent backdrop to the area. The residential streets are complemented by several green spaces and playing fields, contributing to a suburban atmosphere. Local amenities include schools and community facilities serving the immediate population.

Area overview

On average Wellington West has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 76 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 26.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Wellington West is £47,052 per year. There are 2 schools in Wellington West: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Wellington West is home to around 7,569 people, with a population density of about 3,288.0 per km2.

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
76
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
26.4%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Wellington West Population
7,569
Population density
3,288 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
35.28(-8%)
Anti-social behaviour
18.63(+64%)
Shoplifting
16.65(+90%)
Other theft
8.72(+52%)
Criminal damage and arson
8.59(+20%)
West Midlands average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,106
80.67%
Other White
386
5.1%
Pakistani
193
2.55%
Indian
140
1.85%
African
140
1.85%
Total population: 7,569

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4+ (Degree)
1,886
29.9%
No qualifications
1,188
18.83%
Level 3 (A level)
1,097
17.39%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
911
14.44%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
679
10.76%
Total 16+ residents: 6,308

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,092
31.16%
Owns with a mortgage
877
25.03%
Private landlord or letting agency
667
19.04%
Other social rented
530
15.13%
Social rents from council
254
7.25%
Total households: 3,504

Property prices in Wellington West

Based on 72 recent sales, the median property price is £217,000 in Wellington West area, with individual transactions ranging from £89,757 up to £700,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Wellington West 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 Wellington West over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached18£338,750
Flats7£133,000
Semi-Detached36£220,250
Terraced11£175,000

10 years median price trend in Wellington West

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Wellington West.

All postcodes in Wellington West

TF19FQ

Haygate & Park

TF11AU

Haygate & Park

TF11EH

Queen Street

TF12AA

Orleton Lane

TF12AG

Martin Road

TF12HA

Holyhead Road

TF65WE

Walker Street

TF11DD

Church Street

TF12AW

Clift Crescent

TF12EU

Barnfield Crescent

TF13DF

Orleton Lane

TF13NQ

Beech Close

TF19ED

Walker Street

TF12AX

Hollies Road

TF12DP

Holyhead Road

TF12DR

Holyhead Road

TF13DA

Wrockwardine Road

TF16TE

Walker Street

TF19DU

Walker Street

TF11RY

Hobbs Crescent

TF11QL

Hollies Road

TF12HG

Meadow Road

TF19DS

Walker Street

TF11EG

Ten Tree Croft

TF11YX

Roseway

TF12BZ

Haygate Drive

TF11QJ

Haygate & Park

TF11BE

Walker Street

TF11QG

The Maltings

TF11RB

Cart Gate

TF12GG

Waugh Drive

TF11RQ

King's Haye Road

TF12EY

Holyhead Road

TF13ND

Paddock Close

TF19AL

Walker Street

TF12HF

Oaks Crescent

TF19FR

Haygate & Park

TF11QS

Linden Grove

TF11QT

Haygate Road

TF65DT

Vesey Court

TF12BG

Orleton Lane

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.