Marsh Road is in Edgmond, Newport and in The Wrekin district. TF10 8EP is located in the Edgmond electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of The Wrekin. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Marsh Road, Edgmond, Newport, TF10 8EP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TF10 8EP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.5% | 51.9% | 4.4% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 52.5% | 48.1% | -4.4% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 TF10 8EP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 62.8% 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 | 18.5% | 22.5% | 4.0% | 37.9% | -15.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 69.4% | 62.8% | -6.6% | 44.2% | 18.6% |
| Separated | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 2.4% | 7.8% | 5.4% | 9.1% | -1.3% |
| Widowed | 9.7% | 5.4% | -4.3% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.1%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 60.1% | 59.6% | -0.5% | 48.4% | 11.2% |
| Good health | 27.2% | 25.5% | -1.7% | 33.6% | -8.1% |
| Fair health | 10.8% | 9.9% | -0.9% | 12.7% | -2.8% |
| Bad health | 0.6% | 3.1% | 2.5% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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.
In the area around TF10 8EP this area, 6.2% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 46.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 8.1% | 6.2% | -1.9% | 18.2% | -12.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.3% | 8.5% | -2.8% | 9.6% | -1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 13.1% | -1.4% | 13.4% | -0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 3.8% | 0.6% | 5.3% | -1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.9% | 21.5% | 4.6% | 16.9% | 4.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 41.9% | 46.2% | 4.3% | 33.8% | 12.4% |
| Other | 4% | 0.8% | -3.2% | 2.8% | -2.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.3% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% | -0.4% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| White | 97.5% | 96.3% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 14.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 90.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.9% | 90.1% | -4.8% | 83.2% | 6.9% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 2.5% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 1.9% | 5% | 3.1% | 2.7% | 2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| British Overseas | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.9% | 90.6% | -4.3% | 83.2% | 7.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 5% | 4.4% | 9.8% | -4.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 3.1% | 1.8% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 0% | -3.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.4% | 76.7% | 2.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Other Europe | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 2.5% | 0.2% | 2.3% |
| No passport held | 16.9% | 13.5% | 3.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.4% | 37.2% | -6.8% |
| Christian | 64.6% | 46.2% | 18.4% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Marsh Road was 57.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 8.3% higher than the Church Aston & Lilleshall average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Marsh Road has the 19th highest crime rate of 60 local areas in Church Aston & Lilleshall and the 265th lowest crime rate of 562 local areas in Telford and Wrekin .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 44.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -3.7%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 57% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Marsh Road, Newport, Wrekin Detached, an established residential building | £445,000 | 2021-05-11 | £530,457 |
| Pennywort, 9A Marsh Road, Newport, Wrekin Detached, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2021-05-11 | £411,253 |
| 16 Marsh Road, Newport, Wrekin Detached, an established residential building | £640,000 | 2021-03-18 | £783,077 |
| 20A Marsh Road, Newport, Wrekin Detached, an established residential building | £276,000 | 2013-11-07 | £459,098 |
| 21 Marsh Road, Newport, Wrekin Detached, an established residential building | £430,000 | 2004-10-21 | £745,724 |
TF10 8EP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 TF10 8EP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 42 |
| Retired | 39 |
| Part-Time Employee | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Education | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter's Church of England Controlled Primary School Stackyard Lane , Edgmond TF10 8JQ | 4out of 4 | 1,537 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter and St Paul Catholic Primary School Coppice Drive , TF10 7HU | 4out of 4 | 2,992 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorfield Primary School Wellington Road , TF10 7QU | 4out of 4 | 3,865 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newport Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School Avenue Road , TF10 7EA | 3out of 4 | 3,922 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tibberton Church of England Primary School Off Maslan Crescent , Tibberton TF10 8NN | 4out of 4 | 4,048 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haberdashers' Adams High Street , TF10 7BD | 4out of 4 | 3,368 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Newport Girls' High School Academy Wellington Road , TF10 7HL | 4out of 4 | 3,859 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| The Burton Borough School Audley Avenue , TF10 7DS | 2out of 4 | 4,389 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harper Adams University , TF10 8NB | - not rated | 694 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle House School Chetwynd End , TF10 7JE | - not rated | 3,264 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agri-Epi Cafe | Harper Adams University, Edgmond | 728 yd | |
| Kaldi Cafe | Harper Adams University, Edgmond | 728 yd | |
| Graze At Harper Adams University College | Harper Adams University, Edgmond | 728 yd | |
| The Lamb | The Lamb Inn, 29 Shrewsbury Road, Edgmond | 982 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students Union | Harper Adams University, Edgmond | 728 yd | |
| The Lamb Inn | The Lamb Inn, 29 Shrewsbury Road, Edgmond | 982 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Harper Adams University College | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 746 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 | 88.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 73 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 63.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.