Heron Close is in Telford and in The Wrekin district. TF3 1NS is located in the Brookside electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Telford. This postcode has been in use since 1988-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Heron Close, Telford, TF3 1NS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TF3 1NP, TF3 1NR, TF3 1NT, TF3 1NX, TF3 1NU, TF3 1PW, TF3 1PP, TF3 1PF, TF3 1PA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TF3 1NS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.2% | 50.3% | -1.9% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 47.8% | 49.7% | 1.9% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 42.6% | 39.4% | -3.2% | 37.9% | 1.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.7% | 43.8% | 4.1% | 44.2% | -0.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 4.3% | 3.1% | -1.2% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 8.1% | 8% | -0.1% | 9.1% | -1.1% |
| Widowed | 4.3% | 4.4% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 43.6% | 48.4% | 4.8% | 48.4% | 0.0% |
| Good health | 38.1% | 35.2% | -2.9% | 33.6% | 1.6% |
| Fair health | 13.1% | 11% | -2.1% | 12.7% | -1.7% |
| Bad health | 2.1% | 4.5% | 2.4% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 3.1% | 1% | -2.1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 22.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.1% | 22.7% | -8.4% | 18.2% | 4.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.2% | 16.4% | -1.8% | 9.6% | 6.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.6% | 17.3% | -3.3% | 13.4% | 3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.9% | 4% | 2.1% | 5.3% | -1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.1% | 12.9% | 4.8% | 16.9% | -4.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.8% | 22.7% | 6.9% | 33.8% | -11.1% |
| Other | 4.3% | 4% | -0.3% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 78.6% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.4% | 4.5% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 1.4% |
| Pakistani | 1% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 3.5% | 9.7% | 6.2% | 2.5% | 7.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 0.4% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.4% | 1% | -0.4% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 92% | 78.6% | -13.4% | 81.4% | -2.8% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 86.1% 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 | 94.1% | 86.1% | -8.0% | 83.2% | 2.9% |
| European Union | 1% | 4.5% | 3.5% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 2.8% | 5.5% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 2.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 2.9% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.8% | 86.1% | -7.7% | 83.2% | 2.9% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 8.7% | 7.7% | 9.8% | -1.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 1% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 2.6% | 2.3% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 1.6% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 62.7% | 76.7% | -14.0% |
| Italy | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1.9% | 1.5% | 0.4% |
| Central and Western Africa | 4.2% | 0.3% | 3.9% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 27% | 13.5% | 13.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 54.2% | 37.2% | 17.0% |
| Christian | 38.1% | 46.2% | -8.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 2.9% | 6.5% | -3.6% |
| Sikh | 2.6% | 0.9% | 1.7% |
| Not answered | 1.6% | 6.0% | -4.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Heron Close was 246.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 121.6% higher than the Brookside average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Heron Close has the 5th highest crime rate of 15 local areas in Brookside and the 42nd highest crime rate of 557 local areas in Telford and Wrekin .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 164.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 21.2%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 72% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Heron Close, Telford, Wrekin Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2022-07-22 | £334,319 |
| 5 Heron Close, Telford, Wrekin Detached, an established residential building | £231,000 | 2019-12-13 | £303,541 |
| 2 Heron Close, Telford, Wrekin Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2017-03-24 | £266,787 |
| 2 Heron Close, Telford, Wrekin Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2017-03-24 | £266,787 |
| 1 Heron Close, Telford, Wrekin Detached, an established residential building | £169,995 | 2006-03-31 | £288,794 |
| Full-Time Employee | 88 |
| Retired | 39 |
| Looking after home or family | 25 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Education | 16 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Madeley Nursery School Bridle Road , Madeley TF7 5ET | 4out of 4 | 1,861 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holmer Lake Primary School Brookside , TF3 1LD | 3out of 4 | 282 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brookside Primary School and Early Years Centre Beaconsfield , Brookside TF3 1LG | - not rated | 708 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Windmill Primary School Beaconsfield , Brookside TF3 1LG | - not rated | 708 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Windmill Primary School Beaconsfield , Brookside TF3 1LG | 3out of 4 | 709 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brindleyford Primary School Brindleyford , Brookside TF3 1QD | - not rated | 840 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Lord Silkin School District Centre , Stirchley TF3 1FA | - not rated | 1,066 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Telford Park School District Centre , Stirchley TF3 1FA | - not rated | 1,066 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Telford Park School Grange Avenue , Stirchley TF3 1FA | 1out of 4 | 1,123 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Madeley Academy Court Street , Madeley TF7 5FB | - not rated | 1,373 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Madeley Academy Castlefields Way , Madeley TF7 5FB | 3out of 4 | 1,669 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stirchley County Middle School District Centre , Stirchley TF3 1FD | - not rated | 1,122 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hollinswood County Middle School Dale Acre Way , Hollinswood TF3 2EF | - not rated | 3,142 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas Parker School Brookside Avenue , Brookside TF3 1LB | - not rated | 291 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Birchbank Special School Grange Avenue , Stirchley District Centre TF3 1UP | - not rated | 1,187 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Haughton School Queen Street , Madeley TF7 4BW | 3out of 4 | 1,297 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Aqueduct Centre Aqueduct Community Centre , Majestic Way TF4 3RB | - not rated | 1,778 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Southall School Off Rowan Avenue , Dawley TF4 3PX | 3out of 4 | 2,059 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| A Passion For Coffee | Unit H10 Halesfield 19, Halesfield | 461 yd | |
| Brookside Central Community Café | Brookside Central Bembridge, Brookside | 634 yd | |
| Baileys | Unit N2 Tweedale, Madeley | 785 yd | |
| The Breakfast Hub | Willow Business Centre Halesfield 22, Halesfield | 792 yd | |
| The Sandwich Box | Court Works Industrial Estate Bridgnorth Road | 823 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Mallard | The Mallard Brookside Avenue, Brookside | 484 yd | |
| The Three Furnaces | The Three Furnaces Bridgnorth Road | 689 yd | |
| Cuckoo Oak | The Cuckoo Oak Bridgnorth Road | 837 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cod FryDays | Unit 1, 201A Burford, Brookside | 626 yd | |
| Hong Kong City | Unit 4, Stirchley District Centre Grange Avenue, Stirchley | 970 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co Operative | The Co-operative Food Grange Avenue, Stirchley | 970 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hercules Gym COURT WORKS INDUSTRIAL ESTATE COURT WORKS INDUSTRIAL ESTATE BRIDGNORTH ROAD | health and fitness suite | 784 yd |
| The Telford Park School (Closed) | grass pitches | 1,064 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 | 43.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 88.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.