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Welshpool Gungrog

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About

Welshpool's Gungrog ward lies directly north of the town centre, forming a primarily residential area bordered by the A458 to the north and the River Severn to the south. Its streets contain a mix of Victorian terraces, post-war housing, and more modern developments, providing homes for a significant portion of the town's population. The ward's layout facilitates easy access to the central commercial and civic services.

The area is anchored by the Gungrog Road, a major thoroughfare lined with local shops and services. A notable local feature is the historic Gungrog Mill, a former flannel factory that speaks to the area's industrial past. Residents have convenient access to green spaces along the riverbank and to Welshpool's mainline railway station, which connects the community to Shrewsbury and beyond.

Area overview

On average Welshpool Gungrog has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 113 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 22.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Welshpool Gungrog is £37,717 per year. Welshpool Gungrog is home to around 2,287 people, with a population density of about 171.0 per km2.

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
113
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
22.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Welshpool Gungrog Population
2,287
Population density
171 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
56.41(+54%)
Public order
15.74(+76%)
Anti-social behaviour
11.81(-19%)
Criminal damage and arson
11.37(+41%)
Shoplifting
7.43(+7%)
Wales average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
2,087
91.29%
Other White
149
6.52%
White and Asian (mixed)
14
0.61%
White and Black African (mixed)
8
0.35%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
6
0.26%
Total population: 2,286

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
448
24.03%
No qualifications
400
21.46%
Level 3 (A level)
340
18.24%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
303
16.26%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
185
9.92%
Total 16+ residents: 1,864

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
350
35.32%
Owns with a mortgage
248
25.03%
Private landlord or letting agency
175
17.66%
Other social rented
119
12.01%
Social rents from council
67
6.76%
Total households: 991

Property prices in Welshpool Gungrog

Based on 27 recent sales, the median property price is £195,000 in Welshpool Gungrog area, with individual transactions ranging from £87,950 up to £865,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Welshpool Gungrog 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 Welshpool Gungrog over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached9£275,000
Flats1£87,950
Semi-Detached11£185,000
Terraced6£160,050

10 years median price trend in Welshpool Gungrog

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Welshpool Gungrog.

All postcodes in Welshpool Gungrog

SY219FG

Welshpool Gungrog

Data Sources

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