About Shelton

Shelton is a small village located in Bedfordshire, England, within the postcode area PE28. The village is characterised by its rural setting and is surrounded by fields and farmland. The local community is close-knit, with a few amenities that cater to residents and visitors alike. In Shelton, you will find a mix of traditional and modern homes, reflecting the village's development over the years. The area is primarily residential, offering a peaceful environment for those looking to escape the hustle of city life. Nearby, the countryside provides opportunities for walking and enjoying the natural landscape, making it a suitable spot for outdoor enthusiasts.

School Ratings in Shelton

Families in Shelton have access to 23 local schools. Somersham Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 13 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Shelton

Homes sell for an average of £401K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £464K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Shelton

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Shelton, with 18 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Shelton

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Shelton among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Shelton

Shelton benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 8,170 sales

Average Price £401K
£650 — £12.23M
Detached £464K 4,124
Semi £294K 2,268
Terraced £248K 1,101
Flat £162K 301

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

14 Primary
3 Secondary
6 Other
Eileen Wade Primary School Primary 0.9 miles Raunds Park Infant School Primary 3.3 miles Riseley CofE Primary School Primary Good 3.3 miles Manor School Secondary Inadequate 3.3 miles St Peter's Church of England Academy Primary Good 3.3 miles Raunds Library and Children's Centre 3.6 miles Windmill Primary School Primary 3.8 miles Stanwick Primary School Primary Good 3.8 miles Kimbolton Primary Academy Primary Good 4 miles Kimbolton School 4.1 miles Chelveston Road School 4.1 miles The Ferrers School Secondary Good 4.4 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Shelton IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Shelton experiences very low levels of deprivation. The local economy supports strong employment and incomes are above the national average. Access to services, education and healthcare in the area is generally good.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
7/10
Health
9/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
7/10
13,930 Children (0-15) 18%
47,676 Working Age 61%
22,352 Older (60+) 29%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 18.1% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 8.9% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Shelton 117 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Shelton are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

51 Violence & Sexual Offences
18 Anti-Social Behaviour
12 Criminal Damage & Arson
8 Other Theft
7 Drugs
7 Public Order
5 Bicycle Theft
4 Weapons
2 Other Crime
1 Burglary
1 Shoplifting
1 Vehicle Crime
Local Policing
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Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 1 stations

Wellingborough Train Station 8.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Upper Dean 0.9 miles Hargrave 1.2 miles Lower Dean 1.4 miles Yelden 1.4 miles Covington 1.8 miles Melchbourne 2 miles Swineshead 2.2 miles Tilbrook 2.6 miles Chelveston 2.6 miles Caldecott 3.1 miles Newton Bromswold 3.1 miles Raunds 3.5 miles

Local Government

District Huntingdonshire
County Cambridgeshire
Ward Great Staughton
Constituency North West Cambridgeshire
Parish Ellington
Region East of England

Streets in PE28 30 shown View all streets

A1(M) 1 A1096 1 A1307 7 A14 2 A141 1 Abbot's Close 1 Abbots Close 1 Abbots Ripton Road 1 Abbott Close 1 Acheson Road 1 Adelaide Walk 1 Alconbury Hill 2 Alconbury Road 1 All Saints Way 2 Allen's Orchard 1 Allsopp Crescent 1 Alpha Lane 1 Alsyke Close 1 Alwin Close 1 Annesley Close 1 Ansley Road 1 Apple Tree Close 1 Aragon Place 1 Armstrong Close 1 Ash Close 1 Ash Court 1 Ash End 1 Ashdale Close 1 Ashfield 2 Aylott Close 1

Postcodes in PE28 50 shown View all postcodes

PE28 0AA PE28 0AB PE28 0AD PE28 0AE PE28 0AF PE28 0AG PE28 0AH PE28 0AJ PE28 0AL PE28 0AN PE28 0AP PE28 0AQ PE28 0AR PE28 0AT PE28 0AU PE28 0AW PE28 0AX PE28 0AY PE28 0AZ PE28 0BA PE28 0BB PE28 0BD PE28 0BE PE28 0BF PE28 0BG PE28 0BH PE28 0BJ PE28 0BL PE28 0BN PE28 0BP PE28 0BQ PE28 0BS PE28 0BT PE28 0BU PE28 0BW PE28 0BX PE28 0BY PE28 0BZ PE28 0DA PE28 0DB PE28 0DD PE28 0DE PE28 0DF PE28 0DG PE28 0DH PE28 0DJ PE28 0DL PE28 0DN PE28 0DP PE28 0DQ