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About Badger
Badger is a small village located in Shropshire, England, within the WV6 postcode area. It lies in a rural setting, surrounded by rolling countryside typical of the region. The village is known for its traditional English character, with a mix of older stone and brick buildings. There is a local pub, the Badger Inn, which serves as a community hub and offers food and drinks to residents and visitors alike. The area is peaceful and well-suited for walking, with footpaths leading through fields and woodlands. The village is close to the border with Wales, and the nearby town of Shrewsbury is within easy reach for shopping and services. Badger retains a quiet, settled atmosphere, with a strong sense of local community.
School Ratings in Badger
There are 19 schools in and around Badger. Wolverhampton Girls' High School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Badger
The average property price is £276K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £406K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Badger
Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Shoplifting is prevalent across Badger, with 42 recorded incidents in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Badger
Badger sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.
Local Data for Badger
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Property Prices 5,310 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the WV6 postcode area.
Household Income in Badger ONS 2023
The average total household income in Badger is approximately £52,093 a year before tax, 6% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £38,194. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £38,194.
Businesses in Badger ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,373 active businesses based in Badger, around 31 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 22 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Badger IMD 2025
Badger sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.
Crime in Badger 420 crimes · May 2026
Badger sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Violence & sexual offences represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Badger
Of the 18,458 households in and around Badger, 67% are owned, 14% are socially rented and 20% 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 Badger.