About Argoed

Argoed is a small village located in Shropshire, England, within the SY10 postcode area. It lies in the rural landscape of the Welsh Marches, close to the border with Wales. The village is situated near the A483 road, which connects it to nearby towns such as Oswestry and Shrewsbury. Argoed is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional and modern housing. The surrounding countryside offers rolling hills and farmland, typical of the Shropshire region. There are no major landmarks or tourist attractions within the village itself, but it provides a peaceful setting for those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle. The local community is close-knit, with a village hall and a few local amenities serving residents. Argoed is part of the civil parish of Llanymynech, which straddles the England-Wales border.

School Ratings in Argoed

Argoed is served by 12 schools. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Argoed

Property prices average £315K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £365K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Argoed

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Weapons accounts for the highest share in Argoed, with 1 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Argoed

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Argoed 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Argoed

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Argoed, though coverage is not uniform. 4G mobile signal is available in most areas, with 5G access more limited. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 2,050 sales

Average Price £315K
£200 — £1.75M
Detached £365K 1,137
Semi £201K 435
Terraced £146K 169
Flat £107K 44

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

6 Primary
6 Other
Kinnerley Church of England Primary School and Nursery Primary 0.9 miles Brynhafren C.P. School 3.3 miles Bryn Offa CofE Primary School Primary Good 3.4 miles West Felton Church of England Primary School and Nursery Primary 3.6 miles Llandysilio C.I.W. School 3.6 miles St Andrew's Church of England Primary School and Nursery Primary 3.7 miles Carreghofa C.P. School 4 miles St John the Baptist Church of England Primary School and Nursery Primary 4.3 miles Packwood Haugh School 4.4 miles The Henslow and Evolution School Good 5 miles Morda Children's Centre delivery point 5 miles Morda CofE Primary School Primary Good 5 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Argoed IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Argoed 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.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
7/10
Employment
6/10
Education
5/10
Health
6/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
4/10
4,374 Children (0-15) 16%
15,618 Working Age 58%
9,197 Older (60+) 34%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 25.9% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 12.6% 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 Argoed 1 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Argoed falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Weapons 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.

1 Weapons
Local Policing
West Mercia Oswestry Rural South Visit force website →
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

Gobowen Train Station 8.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Kinnerley 0.6 miles Wernlas 0.6 miles Llwyn-y-go 0.9 miles Dovaston 1.2 miles Osbaston 1.2 miles Crosslanes 1.2 miles Maesbrook 1.4 miles Knockin 1.4 miles Edgerley 1.8 miles The Wood 1.8 miles Haughton 1.8 miles Kynaston 1.9 miles

Local Government

District Powys
Ward Llanrhaeadr-ym-Mochnant and Llansilin
Constituency Montgomeryshire
Parish Llanrhaeadr-ym-Mochnant
Region West Midlands

Streets in SY10 30 shown View all streets

A483 10 A495 6 A5 1 Abertridwr 2 Albert Square 1 Albridge Lane 1 Ashlands Road 1 Aspen Court 1 Aspen Grange 2 B4391 14 B4393 5 B4396 37 B4500 1 B4579 8 B4580 32 B5069 3 B5070 6 Back Chapel Street 3 Back Lane 2 Back Racecourse Lane 3 Ball Lane 2 Bankfields Lane 1 Beech Tree Lane 2 Bellan Lane 2 Berllan Close 1 Berwyn Street 1 Blodwel Bank 2 Bradford Drive 1 Breidden Close 1 Bronwylfa 1

Postcodes in SY10 50 shown View all postcodes

SY10 0AA SY10 0AB SY10 0AD SY10 0AE SY10 0AF SY10 0AG SY10 0AH SY10 0AJ SY10 0AL SY10 0AN SY10 0AP SY10 0AQ SY10 0AR SY10 0AS SY10 0AT SY10 0AU SY10 0AW SY10 0AX SY10 0AY SY10 0AZ SY10 0BA SY10 0BE SY10 0BG SY10 0BH SY10 0BJ SY10 0BL SY10 0BN SY10 0BP SY10 0BQ SY10 0BS SY10 0BT SY10 0BU SY10 0BW SY10 0BX SY10 0BY SY10 0BZ SY10 0DA SY10 0DB SY10 0DD SY10 0DE SY10 0DJ SY10 0DL SY10 0DN SY10 0DP SY10 0DR SY10 0DS SY10 0DT SY10 0DU SY10 0DW SY10 0DX