Calcutts Road is in Jackfield, Telford and in The Wrekin district. TF8 7LG is located in the Broseley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ludlow. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Calcutts Road, Jackfield, Telford, TF8 7LG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TF8 7LN, TF8 7LE, TF8 7LH, TF8 7LF, TF8 7LB, TF8 7LX, TF8 7LJ, TF8 7LA, TF8 7LU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TF8 7LG 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 | 49.5% | 50.3% | 0.8% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 50.5% | 49.7% | -0.8% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of TF8 7LG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60% 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 | 15.4% | 22.3% | 6.9% | 37.9% | -15.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.9% | 60% | -5.9% | 44.2% | 15.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 9.7% | 9% | -0.7% | 9.1% | -0.1% |
| Widowed | 7.2% | 7.4% | 0.2% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
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 | 38.9% | 40.9% | 2.0% | 48.4% | -7.5% |
| Good health | 34.3% | 38.9% | 4.6% | 33.6% | 5.3% |
| Fair health | 19.9% | 14.7% | -5.2% | 12.7% | 2.0% |
| Bad health | 5.3% | 4.3% | -1.0% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 1.2% | -0.4% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 | 29.7% | 20.6% | -9.1% | 18.2% | 2.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.2% | 11.1% | -1.1% | 9.6% | 1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.1% | 14.6% | -0.5% | 13.4% | 1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.8% | 8.6% | 1.8% | 5.3% | 3.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 16.8% | 6.4% | 16.9% | -0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.2% | 24.4% | 2.2% | 33.8% | -9.4% |
| Other | 3.6% | 3.8% | 0.2% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.8% 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 | 1.9% | 2.9% | 1.0% | 3.1% | -0.2% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.2% | 94.8% | -2.4% | 81.4% | 13.4% |
In this area, 96.8% 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 | 94.7% | 96.8% | 2.1% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| European Union | 2.8% | 0.3% | -2.5% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 2.6% | 1.4% | 5.6% | -3.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.1% | 96.8% | 2.7% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.4% | 0% | -4.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.3% | 76.7% | 8.6% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 14.1% | 13.5% | 0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28% | 37.2% | -9.2% |
| Christian | 59.8% | 46.2% | 13.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Sikh | 2% | 0.9% | 1.1% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 7.6% | 6.0% | 1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Calcutts Road was 86.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 7.9% higher than the Bridgnorth East and Astley Abbotts average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Calcutts Road has the 11th highest crime rate of 54 local areas in Bridgnorth East and Astley Abbotts and the 192nd highest crime rate of 1,001 local areas in Shropshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 55.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -8.8%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stone Lee Calcutts Road, Telford, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £75,000 | 1996-10-07 | £351,370 |
TF8 7LG area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 TF8 7LG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 117 |
| Full-Time Employee | 86 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 32 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Education | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Madeley Nursery School Bridle Road , Madeley TF7 5ET | 4out of 4 | 2,081 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broseley CE Primary School Dark Lane , TF12 5LW | 3out of 4 | 1,081 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands Primary School Ironbridge Road , Madeley TF7 5HX | 3out of 4 | 1,355 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| John Wilkinson Primary School and Nursery Coalport Road , TF12 5AN | 4out of 4 | 1,527 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| John Fletcher of Madeley Primary School Upper Road , Madeley TF7 5DL | 3out of 4 | 1,624 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| William Reynolds Primary School Westbourne , Woodside TF7 5QW | 4out of 4 | 1,706 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 | 1,361 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Madeley Academy Castlefields Way , Madeley TF7 5FB | 3out of 4 | 2,670 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Telford Park School District Centre , Stirchley TF3 1FA | 2out of 4 | 4,775 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Telford Langley School Duce Drive , Dawley TF4 3JS | 3out of 4 | 4,904 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 | 2,088 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Haughton School Queen Street , Madeley TF7 4BW | 3out of 4 | 2,867 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Southall School Off Rowan Avenue , Dawley TF4 3PX | 3out of 4 | 4,199 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Queensway Hinkshay Road , Dawley TF4 3PP | 2out of 4 | 4,790 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Seeds School Unit 6, The Bridges Business Park , Horsehay TF4 3EE | - not rated | 4,817 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peacock Coffee Shop | Jackfield Tile Museum, Church Road | 311 yd | |
| The Tile Press Cafe | Unit B25, Maws Craft Centre Ferry Road, Jackfield | 833 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Swan | The Black Swan Lloyds Head, Jackfield | 336 yd | |
| The Half Moon | 174 Salthouse Road, Jackfield | 678 yd | |
| Ye Olde Robin Hood | 33 Waterloo Street, Ironbridge | 718 yd | |
| The Golden Ball Inn | Golden Ball Inn Newbridge Road, Ironbridge | 928 yd | |
| The Boat Inn | The Boat Inn Ferry Road, Jackfield | 1,057 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Birchmeadow Playing Fields BIRCHMEADOW BIRCHMEADOW COCKSHUTT LANE | grass pitches | 1,066 yd |
| Broseley C Of E Primary School Dark Lane | artificial grass pitch | 1,072 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.