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Location in ShropshireAnchor sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Anchor
Anchor is a small settlement located in Shropshire, England, within the SY7 postcode area. It lies in a rural part of the county, surrounded by open countryside and agricultural land. The area is known for its peaceful environment and traditional English landscape, with rolling hills and scattered farms. While not a large community, Anchor has a close-knit local presence and is situated near the border with Wales, offering views of the surrounding hills and valleys. The village is accessible via minor roads and is part of the broader Shropshire countryside, known for its quiet, rural character and historical connections to the region’s farming heritage.
School Ratings in Anchor
Anchor is served by 4 schools. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Anchor
Property prices average £362K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £433K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Anchor
Local crime rates sit lower than national averages.
Deprivation and Employment in Anchor
Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Anchor falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.
Local Data for Anchor
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Property Prices 1,383 sales
Schools & Education 4 within 5 miles View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the SY7 postcode area.
Household Income in Anchor ONS 2023
The average total household income in Anchor is approximately £48,002 a year before tax, 13% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £35,511. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £35,511.
Businesses in Anchor ONS 2025
There are approximately 854 active businesses based in Anchor, around 65 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 94% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 10 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Anchor IMD 2025
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Anchor in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.
Crime in Anchor 2 crimes · May 2026
Reported crime in Anchor falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring small town.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 5 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Anchor
Of the 5,863 households in and around Anchor, 69% are owned, 10% are socially rented and 21% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Anchor.