About Bletchley

Bletchley is a small village located in Shropshire, in the west of England. It lies within the TF9 postcode area and is situated near the border with Wales. The village is characterised by its rural setting, with a mix of traditional stone cottages and modern homes. There is a small church and a village hall, which serve as community focal points. The surrounding countryside offers walking trails and views of rolling hills, typical of the Shropshire landscape. Bletchley is not a major settlement, but it maintains a quiet, close-knit atmosphere. The area is accessible by road, with nearby towns providing additional services and amenities. The village has a long history, with records indicating its presence since at least the medieval period.

School Ratings in Bletchley

Families in Bletchley have access to 12 local schools. Adderley CofE Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bletchley

Homes sell for an average of £309K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £378K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bletchley

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Bletchley, with 6 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bletchley

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Bletchley around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Bletchley

Bletchley 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 3,833 sales

Average Price £309K
£114 — £8.22M
Detached £378K 1,868
Semi £196K 1,107
Terraced £176K 435
Flat £108K 109

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

10 Primary
1 Secondary
1 Other
Moreton Say CofE Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Buntingsdale Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 1.8 miles Market Drayton Junior School Primary 2.6 miles Market Drayton Infant & Nursery School Primary 2.9 miles Shropshire NE Early Help Family Hub 3 miles Hodnet Primary School Primary 3.3 miles Longlands Primary School Primary Good 3.4 miles The Grove School Secondary Requires Improvement 3.4 miles Stoke-on-Tern Primary School Primary 3.5 miles Lower Heath CofE Primary School Primary Good 3.5 miles Prees CofE Primary School Primary 4.2 miles Adderley CofE Primary School Primary Outstanding 4.7 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Bletchley IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Bletchley are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
6/10
Health
7/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
5/10
6,220 Children (0-15) 15%
24,285 Working Age 60%
13,311 Older (60+) 33%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 24.2% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10% 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 Bletchley 72 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Bletchley 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.

37 Violence & Sexual Offences
6 Anti-Social Behaviour
6 Burglary
6 Drugs
5 Public Order
5 Shoplifting
3 Other Theft
2 Other Crime
1 Criminal Damage & Arson
1 Vehicle Crime
Local Policing
West Mercia Market Drayton Town and Rural 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 5 stations

Prees Train Station 5.2 miles
Whitchurch (Shropshire) Train Station 6.8 miles
Wem Train Station 7.2 miles
Wrenbury Train Station 8.6 miles
Yorton Train Station 9.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Moreton Say 0.6 miles Moretonwood 0.6 miles Ternhill 0.9 miles Mickley 0.9 miles Longford 1.2 miles Lostford 1.2 miles Wollerton Wood 1.4 miles Styche Hall 1.8 miles Wollerton 1.9 miles Fauls 2 miles Longslow 2.2 miles Willaston 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Shropshire
County Staffordshire
Ward Market Drayton West
Constituency North Shropshire
Parish Market Drayton
Region West Midlands

Streets in TF9 30 shown View all streets

A41 1 A442 7 A529 5 A53 6 Abbey Way 2 Abbots Way 1 Acorn Close 1 Adderley Hall Barns 1 Adderley Road 3 Alder Close 1 Alder Road 1 Alexandra Road 4 Allmans Lane 1 Apple Grove 1 Arlon Road 1 Ash Fields 1 Ashbourne Drive 1 Ashford Cottages 1 Ashley View 1 Ashwood Close 1 Avon Grove 1 B5026 2 B5415 3 Back Lane 1 Badger Brow Road 1 Badger Close 2 Balmoral Drive 1 Barrowstyles Lane 1 Barton's Road 2 Beaconsfield Road 1

Postcodes in TF9 50 shown View all postcodes

TF9 1AA TF9 1AD TF9 1AE TF9 1AF TF9 1AG TF9 1AH TF9 1AJ TF9 1AL TF9 1AN TF9 1AP TF9 1AQ TF9 1AR TF9 1AS TF9 1AT TF9 1AU TF9 1AW TF9 1AX TF9 1AY TF9 1AZ TF9 1BA TF9 1BB TF9 1BD TF9 1BE TF9 1BF TF9 1BG TF9 1BH TF9 1BJ TF9 1BP TF9 1BQ TF9 1BS TF9 1BT TF9 1BU TF9 1BW TF9 1BX TF9 1BY TF9 1BZ TF9 1DA TF9 1DB TF9 1DD TF9 1DE TF9 1DF TF9 1DG TF9 1DH TF9 1DJ TF9 1DL TF9 1DN TF9 1DP TF9 1DQ TF9 1DR TF9 1DS