Bower Yard is in Ironbridge, Telford and in The Wrekin district. TF8 7AZ is located in the Ironbridge Gorge electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Telford. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bower Yard, Ironbridge, Telford, TF8 7AZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TF8 7AS, TF8 7AW, TF8 7AR, TF8 7AT, TF8 7AU, TF8 7AN, TF8 7AY, TF8 7PZ, TF8 7QA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding TF8 7AZ has a slightly higher male population, with 51% 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 | 50.2% | 49% | -1.2% | 51.0% | -2.0% |
| Male | 49.8% | 51% | 1.2% | 49.0% | 2.0% |
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 | 22.9% | 28.2% | 5.3% | 37.9% | -9.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.5% | 48.5% | -4.0% | 44.2% | 4.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 2.2% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 16.3% | 13.2% | -3.1% | 9.1% | 4.1% |
| Widowed | 6.3% | 6.2% | -0.1% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
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 | 50.2% | 44% | -6.2% | 48.4% | -4.4% |
| Good health | 33.8% | 36.9% | 3.1% | 33.6% | 3.3% |
| Fair health | 8.7% | 15.5% | 6.8% | 12.7% | 2.8% |
| Bad health | 6.4% | 2% | -4.4% | 4.0% | -2.0% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 52%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16.3% | 11.1% | -5.2% | 18.2% | -7.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.5% | 3.6% | -8.9% | 9.6% | -6.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 14.2% | -2.5% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.7% | 2.7% | 1.0% | 5.3% | -2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.4% | 15.1% | 9.7% | 16.9% | -1.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 43.8% | 52% | 8.2% | 33.8% | 18.2% |
| Other | 3.8% | 1.3% | -2.5% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 2.4% | 2.1% | 3.1% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.3% | 94.5% | -2.8% | 81.4% | 13.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 95.7% 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 | 96.7% | 95.7% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 2.4% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 0.8% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.3% | 95.7% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 4.3% | 4.0% | 9.8% | -5.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.3% | 0% | -3.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.5% | 76.7% | 7.8% |
| Ireland | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 13.1% | 13.5% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.5% | 37.2% | 7.3% |
| Christian | 48% | 46.2% | 1.8% |
| Muslim | 1.2% | 6.5% | -5.3% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bower Yard was 52.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 59.4% higher than the Admaston & Bratton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bower Yard has the 22nd highest crime rate of 60 local areas in Admaston & Bratton and the 243rd lowest crime rate of 562 local areas in Telford and Wrekin .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -29.2%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 70% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 76 Bower Yard, Telford, Wrekin Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2022-11-24 | £292,932 |
| 75 Bower Yard, Telford, Wrekin Terraced, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2021-09-30 | £289,054 |
| 80 Bower Yard, Telford, Wrekin Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2021-03-05 | £293,654 |
| 74 Bower Yard, Telford, Wrekin Terraced, an established residential building | £242,500 | 2020-10-15 | £312,844 |
| 71 Bower Yard, Telford, Wrekin Detached, an established residential building | £460,000 | 2020-10-06 | £579,554 |
TF8 7AZ 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 | 73 |
| Retired | 66 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Education | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate 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 | 2,811 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coalbrookdale and Ironbridge CofE Primary School Dale End , Coalbrookdale TF8 7DS | 4out of 4 | 476 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands Primary School Ironbridge Road , Madeley TF7 5HX | 3out of 4 | 1,672 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| William Reynolds Primary School Westbourne , Woodside TF7 5QW | 4out of 4 | 1,798 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Broseley CE Primary School Dark Lane , TF12 5LW | 3out of 4 | 1,814 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Wilkinson Primary School and Nursery Coalport Road , TF12 5AN | 4out of 4 | 2,618 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haberdashers' Abraham Darby Ironbridge Road , Madeley TF7 5HX | 3out of 4 | 1,671 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Madeley Academy Castlefields Way , Madeley TF7 5FB | 3out of 4 | 3,036 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Telford Langley School Duce Drive , Dawley TF4 3JS | 3out of 4 | 4,599 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Telford Park School District Centre , Stirchley TF3 1FA | 2out of 4 | 5,301 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Priory Telford School The Upper Forge , Dale Road DE11 9LR | - not rated | 489 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Seeds School Unit 6, The Bridges Business Park , Horsehay TF4 3EE | - not rated | 3,973 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Haughton School Queen Street , Madeley TF7 4BW | 3out of 4 | 4,029 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Southall School Off Rowan Avenue , Dawley TF4 3PX | 3out of 4 | 4,132 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Queensway Hinkshay Road , Dawley TF4 3PP | 2out of 4 | 4,710 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suree's Kitchen | 9 The Wharfage, Ironbridge | 130 yd | |
| The Bolthole | 4 The Wharfage, Ironbridge | 204 yd | |
| Truffles Cafe | 2 - 3 The Wharfage, Ironbridge | 221 yd | |
| Darby's 1779 | 10 Tontine Hill, Ironbridge | 280 yd | |
| The Tontine Hotel | Tontine Hotel Tontine Hill, Ironbridge | 327 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| White Hart Inn | 10 The Wharfage, Ironbridge | 130 yd | |
| The Malthouse | The Malthouse The Wharfage, Ironbridge | 164 yd | |
| The Swan Taphouse | 21 The Wharfage, Ironbridge | 223 yd | |
| The Coracle Micropub | 27 High Street, Ironbridge | 441 yd | |
| Broseley Cricket Club | Woodlands Road, Broseley | 961 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eleys Of Ironbridge | 13 Tontine Hill, Ironbridge | 280 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Regatta Buildwas Road | grass pitches | 838 yd |
| Broseley Cc WOODLANDS ROAD | grass pitches | 999 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 | 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 | 50.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 42.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 55.22 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 55.22 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 17.34 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.