Is WV16 5JL a nice place to live?
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Crime (Police.uk, 2026-07)
24 crimes recorded
Within roughly a mile of WV16 5JL. Most common: Violence & sexual offences.
House prices
£284,036
Average price in Shropshire (2026-06, UK House Price Index). Up 4.9% year on year.
- Terraced
- £212,188
- Semi-detached
- £266,707
- Detached
- £426,931
- Flat / maisonette
- £138,283
Local authority average from HM Land Registry — not a valuation for WV16 5JL specifically.
Flood risk
Official Environment Agency map for rivers, sea, surface water and groundwater risk near this postcode.
No active flood warnings within ~15km.
Check long-term flood risk →GP & dentist ratings
CQC ratings near WV16 5JL on Check My GP
Food hygiene ratings
FSA ratings near WV16 5JL on Check Food Hygiene