Tanglewood Close is in Shifnal and in The Wrekin district. TF11 9AT is located in the Shifnal South and Cosford electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of The Wrekin. This postcode has been in use since 1990-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Tanglewood Close, Shifnal, TF11 9AT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TF11 9AN, TF11 9PZ, TF11 9AL, TF11 9PX, TF11 9AH, TF11 9PY, TF11 9AQ, TF11 9AG, TF11 9HB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding TF11 9AT has a slightly higher male population, with 52.4% 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 | 49.8% | 47.6% | -2.2% | 51.0% | -3.4% |
| Male | 50.2% | 52.4% | 2.2% | 49.0% | 3.4% |
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 TF11 9AT there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.2% 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 | 25.1% | 28.7% | 3.6% | 37.9% | -9.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61% | 51.2% | -9.8% | 44.2% | 7.0% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 2% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 8.1% | 11.8% | 3.7% | 9.1% | 2.7% |
| Widowed | 4.2% | 6.3% | 2.1% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
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 (90.9%) 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 | 53.9% | 53.4% | -0.5% | 48.4% | 5.0% |
| Good health | 35.2% | 37.5% | 2.3% | 33.6% | 3.9% |
| Fair health | 7.8% | 7.4% | -0.4% | 12.7% | -5.3% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 1.4% | -1.7% | 4.0% | -2.6% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 TF11 9AT this area, 7.2% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 9.7% | 7.2% | -2.5% | 18.2% | -11.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.2% | 6.4% | -9.8% | 9.6% | -3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17% | 19.5% | 2.5% | 13.4% | 6.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 5.2% | 1.3% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.2% | 19.9% | 3.7% | 16.9% | 3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 34% | 38.6% | 4.6% | 33.8% | 4.8% |
| Other | 3.1% | 3.2% | 0.1% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.4% | 98.3% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 16.9% |
In this area, 95.9% 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 | 96.9% | 95.9% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 2.7% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.6% | 95.9% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 3.7% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -6.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0.3% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.6% | 76.7% | 14.9% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 7.4% | 13.5% | -6.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.2% | 37.2% | -8.0% |
| Christian | 64.1% | 46.2% | 17.9% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Tanglewood Close was 14.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 73.8% lower than the Shifnal North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Tanglewood Close has the 4th lowest crime rate of 33 local areas in Shifnal North and the 141st lowest crime rate of 1,001 local areas in Shropshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -54.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 56% 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 Tanglewood Close, Shifnal, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2024-08-16 | £391,006 |
| 14 Tanglewood Close, Shifnal, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £249,950 | 2014-04-24 | £396,979 |
| 10 Tanglewood Close, Shifnal, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £211,000 | 2012-09-27 | £337,732 |
| 15 Tanglewood Close, Shifnal, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2010-02-26 | £402,038 |
| 9 Tanglewood Close, Shifnal, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2007-03-02 | £395,223 |
TF11 9AT area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 108 |
| Retired | 70 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Education | 15 |
| Information and communication | 14 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Andrew's CofE Primary School Park Lane , TF11 9HD | 3out of 4 | 501 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shifnal Primary School Curriers Lane , TF11 8EJ | 3out of 4 | 1,418 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grange Park Primary School Grange Avenue , Stirchley TF3 1ET | 3out of 4 | 4,229 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Randlay Primary School Randlay , Local Centre TF3 2LR | 3out of 4 | 4,452 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holmer Lake Primary School Brookside , TF3 1LD | 3out of 4 | 4,466 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Idsall School Coppice Green Lane , TF11 8PD | 3out of 4 | 1,576 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity Academy Teece Drive , Priorslee TF2 9SQ | 3out of 4 | 4,114 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Telford Park School District Centre , Stirchley TF3 1FA | 2out of 4 | 4,236 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hillcrest Shifnal School Lamledge Lane , TF11 8SD | - not rated | 1,522 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Amberleigh Therapeutic School The Oaks , Redhill TF2 9NZ | - not rated | 4,275 yd | Other independent special school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Haughton School Queen Street , Madeley TF7 4BW | 3out of 4 | 5,352 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Andrews Church | Church Street, Shifnal | 506 yd | |
| The Bell Shifnal | 12 Church Street, Shifnal | 525 yd | |
| Number 5 Cafe Bar & Bistro | Number 5 Coffee House, 5 Park Street | 572 yd | |
| Latimers Cafe Bar | 4 Market Place, Shifnal | 612 yd | |
| Christopher's | 8 Market Place, Shifnal | 612 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Kings Yard | 2 Cheapside, Shifnal | 748 yd | |
| Winking Frog | Aston Street, Shifnal | 754 yd | |
| The Shifnal War Memorial Club | Shifnal War Memorial Club, Innage Road | 773 yd | |
| The Crown | 8 Broadway, Shifnal | 982 yd | |
| The Plough Inn | 26 Broadway, Shifnal | 982 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wishing Star | 15 Market Place, Shifnal | 725 yd | |
| Shifnal Fryer | 1 Cheapside, Shifnal | 748 yd | |
| Catherines Bakery Ltd | 6 Cheapside, Shifnal | 748 yd | |
| Jade House | 4 Aston Street, Shifnal | 768 yd | |
| Alexander's Kitchen | 4 The Parade, Bradford Street | 811 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Park House Hotel PARK STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 465 yd |
| Priorslee Road PRIORSLEE ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 706 yd |
| Trinity Methodist Church Victoria Road | 715 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 261.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.