Kestrel Court is in Leegomery, Telford and in Wrekin district. TF1 6FN is located in the Apley Castle electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of The Wrekin. This postcode has been in use since 2000-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Kestrel Court, Leegomery, Telford, TF1 6FN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TF1 6YP, TF1 6FP, TF1 6WJ, TF1 6DR, TF1 6GF, TF1 6YW, TF1 6FU, TF1 6WH, TF1 6FZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding TF1 6FN has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.5% | 49.8% | 0.3% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 50.5% | 50.2% | -0.3% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of TF1 6FN there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 62.9% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 24.3% | 19.7% | -4.6% | 37.9% | -18.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.5% | 62.9% | 6.4% | 44.2% | 18.7% |
| Separated | 3% | 1.7% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 9.6% | 9.6% | 0.0% | 9.1% | 0.5% |
| Widowed | 6.5% | 6.1% | -0.4% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 47.6% | 37.7% | -9.9% | 48.4% | -10.7% |
| Good health | 37.1% | 38.1% | 1.0% | 33.6% | 4.5% |
| Fair health | 11.6% | 18.5% | 6.9% | 12.7% | 5.8% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 4.5% | 0.9% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11.7% | 16.2% | 4.5% | 18.2% | -2.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.2% | 9.6% | -5.6% | 9.6% | 0.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20% | 13.6% | -6.4% | 13.4% | 0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 3.1% | 0.1% | 5.3% | -2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.2% | 21.1% | 5.9% | 16.9% | 4.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 27% | 33.3% | 6.3% | 33.8% | -0.5% |
| Other | 7.8% | 3.1% | -4.7% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 75.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 3.3% | 2.6% | -0.7% | 1.1% | 1.5% |
| Indian | 4.7% | 4.5% | -0.2% | 3.1% | 1.4% |
| Pakistani | 2.2% | 4.9% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 2.2% |
| Other Asian | 3.3% | 1.5% | -1.8% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 3.4% | 3.0% | 2.5% | 0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 84% | 75.9% | -8.1% | 81.4% | -5.5% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Other | 0% | 3.8% | 3.8% | 1.6% | 2.2% |
In this area, 82.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.6% | 82.9% | -4.7% | 83.2% | -0.3% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 3% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Africa | 2.2% | 3.8% | 1.6% | 2.7% | 1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 8.4% | 9.5% | 1.1% | 5.6% | 3.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 86.5% | 82% | -4.5% | 83.2% | -1.2% |
| 10+ Years | 1.5% | 13.9% | 12.4% | 9.8% | 4.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 3.4% | 2.7% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 10.9% | 0% | -10.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.5% | 76.7% | 7.8% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| North Africa | 1.5% | 0.1% | 1.4% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.9% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 8.7% | 13.5% | -4.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26% | 37.2% | -11.2% |
| Christian | 51.7% | 46.2% | 5.5% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 8.3% | 6.5% | 1.8% |
| Sikh | 7.5% | 0.9% | 6.6% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kestrel Court was 52.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 33.5% lower than the Apley Castle average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Kestrel Court has the 9th lowest crime rate of 19 local areas in Apley Castle and the 246th lowest crime rate of 562 local areas in Telford and Wrekin .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 40.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -16.3%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 62% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Kestrel Court, Telford, Wrekin Detached, an established residential building | £485,000 | 2021-11-19 | £548,844 |
| 3 Kestrel Court, Telford, Wrekin Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2018-09-10 | £443,614 |
| 1 Kestrel Court, Telford, Wrekin Detached, an established residential building | £254,000 | 2007-06-08 | £399,757 |
| 1 Kestrel Court, Telford, Wrekin Detached, an established residential building | £47,675 | 2000-02-18 | £189,772 |
| 5 Kestrel Court, Telford, Wrekin Detached, an established residential building | £98,000 | 1998-12-18 | £424,805 |
TF1 6FN area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in TF1 6FN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 79 |
| Full-Time Employee | 73 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Education | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakengates Nursery School The Place , Limes Walk TF2 6EP | 2out of 4 | 4,498 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apley Wood Primary School Pool Farm Avenue , Apley TF1 6FQ | 3out of 4 | 529 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Millbrook Primary School Grainger Drive , Leegomery TF1 6UJ | 3out of 4 | 821 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wrekin View Primary School North Road , Wellington TF1 3ES | - not rated | 1,336 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dothill Primary School Severn Drive , Wellington TF1 3JB | 3out of 4 | 1,431 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Patrick's Catholic Primary School North Road , Wellington TF1 3ER | 3out of 4 | 1,449 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlton School Apley Avenue , TF1 3FA | 1out of 4 | 779 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hadley Learning Community - Secondary Phase Waterloo Road , Hadley TF1 5NU | 3out of 4 | 2,225 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ercall Wood Academy Golf Links Lane , Wellington TF1 2DT | 2out of 4 | 2,269 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Telford Priory School New Road , TF2 7AB | 2out of 4 | 4,314 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Telford College Haybridge Road , Wellington TF1 2NP | - not rated | 1,694 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wrekin College Sutherland Road , Wellington TF1 3BH | - not rated | 953 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Old Hall School Stanley Road , Wellington TF1 3LB | - not rated | 1,277 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| KICKSTART 11 Tan Bank , Wellington TF1 1HJ | 2out of 4 | 1,474 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bridge at HLC Waterloo Road , Hadley TF1 5NQ | 4out of 4 | 1,838 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Linden Centre Oak Road , Overdale TF3 5BT | 3out of 4 | 4,025 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodlands Tearoom | The Leegate Centre Leegate Avenue, Leegomery | 474 yd | |
| Friends Of PRH | Princess Royal Hospital Grainger Drive, Apley | 534 yd | |
| Cafe Bistro @ Women's Children's Unit PRH | Princess Royal Hospital Grainger Drive, Apley | 534 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Hotel | 12 Whitchurch Road, Wellington | 1,048 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Big Blue Fish Bar | Unit 2 Leegomery Centre, Leegomery | 463 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mercia Fields Grainger Drive | grass pitches | 315 yd |
| Apley Wood Primary School POOL FARM AVENUE | grass pitches | 494 yd |
| Leegomery Bmx Track Leegate Avenue | cycling | 860 yd |
| Charlton School APLEY AVENUE | grass pitches | 875 yd |
| Wrekin College Sports Centre WREKIN COLLEGE WREKIN COLLEGE SUTHERLAND ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 1,015 yd |
| Old Hall School STANLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 1,044 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 250.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 25.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.