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Location in ShropshireBlists Hill sits where the marker shows within the county.

20,505
Population
7,173
Households
3 / 10
Deprivation decile
More deprived
12
Schools nearby
£40,161
Avg. household income
658
Businesses
2,136
People per km²
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About Blists Hill

Blists Hill is located in Shropshire, England, within the TF7 postcode area. It is part of the Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust and offers a detailed look at life during the Industrial Revolution. The site features reconstructed 19th-century buildings, including a blacksmith’s shop, a general store, and a Victorian street with period-appropriate shops and homes. Visitors can see demonstrations of traditional crafts and trades, such as pottery and glassblowing, performed by costumed interpreters. The area is accessible by road and is well signposted from nearby towns. It is a popular destination for those interested in industrial history and heritage, with regular events and exhibitions throughout the year. The site is open to the public and offers facilities such as parking and a visitor centre.

School Ratings in Blists Hill

There are 57 schools in and around Blists Hill. Madeley Nursery School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Blists Hill

The average property price is £208K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £113K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Blists Hill

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Criminal damage & arson is prevalent across Blists Hill, with 39 recorded incidents in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Blists Hill

Blists Hill falls within the more deprived areas of England, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment deprivation is higher than average, with a larger share of working-age residents out of work. Household incomes are below the national average, with a higher proportion of residents on low earnings.

Healthcare in Blists Hill

There are 10 GP surgeries within three miles of Blists Hill, the nearest being Court Street Medical Practice (0.8 miles away).

Local Data for Blists Hill

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Property Prices 2,077 sales

Average Price £208K
£500 , £9.8M
Detached £282K 304
Semi £152K 425
Terraced £113K 1,036
Flat £76K 143

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

37 Primary
7 Secondary
13 Other
Outstanding 1
Good 5
Requires improvement 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the TF7 postcode area.

John Fletcher of Madeley Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles Sir Alexander Fleming Primary School Primary 0.4 miles Madeley Nursery School Nursery Outstanding 0.7 miles St Mary's Catholic Primary School Primary 0.7 miles Woodlands Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles Haberdashers' Abraham Darby Secondary Requires Improvement 0.8 miles Woodlands Primary School and Nursery Primary 0.8 miles John Randall Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles Haughton School Not applicable Good 0.9 miles William Reynolds Primary School and Nursery Primary 1.1 miles Madeley Academy Secondary Good 1.1 miles John Wilkinson Primary School and Nursery Primary 1.3 miles

Household Income in Blists Hill ONS 2023

The average total household income in Blists Hill is approximately £40,161 a year before tax, 27% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £31,006. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Blists Hill £40,161
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £31,006.

Businesses in Blists Hill ONS 2025

There are approximately 658 active businesses based in Blists Hill, around 32 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 77% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 31 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

658 Total businesses
32 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 77%
Small, 10-49 18%
Medium, 50-249 4%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Blists Hill IMD 2025

Blists Hill falls within the more deprived areas of England according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment opportunities can be more limited and household incomes tend to sit below the national average. Investment in local services and regeneration continues to support the community.

Overall Deprivation
3/10
Income
3/10
Employment
3/10
Education
3/10
Health
3/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
8/10
Children 0-15 23%
Working age 61%
Older 65+ 16%
4,638 Children (0-15) 23%
12,427 Working Age 61%
3,442 Older (65+) 17%
Below Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 52.4% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 26.8% 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 Blists Hill 351 crimes · May 2026

High Crime Area

Blists Hill 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.

Violence & Sexual Offences 196
Criminal Damage & Arson 39
Shoplifting 30
Other Theft 21
Public Order 21
Burglary 17
Other Crime 9
Vehicle Crime 7
Drugs 6
Weapons 3
Bicycle Theft 2
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Telford Central Train Station 3.7 miles
Shifnal Train Station 4.3 miles
Oakengates Train Station 4.4 miles
Wellington (Shropshire) Train Station 5.7 miles
Cosford Train Station 6.5 miles
Albrighton Train Station 7.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Sutton Hill 0.6 miles Madeley 0.6 miles Coalport 0.6 miles Jackfield 0.6 miles Woodside 0.9 miles Tweedale 0.9 miles Ironbridge 1.2 miles Ladywood 1.2 miles Madeleywood 1.2 miles Brookside 1.2 miles Halesfield 1.4 miles Aqueduct 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Telford and Wrekin
Ward Madeley & Sutton Hill
Constituency Telford
Parish Madeley
Region West Midlands

Home Ownership in Blists Hill

Of the 8,444 households in and around Blists Hill, 44% are owned, 23% are socially rented and 33% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 44% Social rented 23% Private rented 33%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Blists Hill.

Frequently Asked Questions about Blists Hill

What is the population of Blists Hill?
Blists Hill has a population of approximately 20,505 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Blists Hill?
The average property in and around Blists Hill sold for about £208,029, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 40% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Blists Hill a deprived area?
Blists Hill sits among the more deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 3 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Blists Hill?
Blists Hill is covered by the TF7 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Blists Hill?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Blists Hill, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Blists Hill?
The nearest railway station to Blists Hill is Telford Central Train Station, about 3.7 miles away.

Streets in TF7 30 shown View all streets

Admaston Close 1 Alver Court 1 Anstice Road 2 Anstice Square 2 Armstrong Close 1 Arthur Way 1 Barkers Court 1 Beckbury Drive 1 Beech Road 3 Bennett Road 1 Benthall View 1 Betnell Grove 1 Birbeck Drive 1 Birch Tree Close 1 Brick Kiln Bank 3 Bridgnorth Road 2 Bridle Court 1 Bridle Road 5 Bridle Terrace 2 Briery Bank 2 Brockton Close 1 Brockton Way 1 Brook Road 2 Broseley Close 1 Canonbie Lea 1 Carnoustie Drive 1 Castlefields Way 2 Cedar court 1 Cheshire Close 1 Chillcott Drive 1

Postcodes in TF7 50 shown View all postcodes

TF7 4AA TF7 4AB TF7 4AD TF7 4AE TF7 4AF TF7 4AG TF7 4AH TF7 4AJ TF7 4AL TF7 4AN TF7 4AP TF7 4AQ TF7 4AR TF7 4AS TF7 4AW TF7 4AX TF7 4AY TF7 4AZ TF7 4BA TF7 4BB TF7 4BE TF7 4BF TF7 4BG TF7 4BH TF7 4BJ TF7 4BL TF7 4BN TF7 4BP TF7 4BQ TF7 4BS TF7 4BT TF7 4BU TF7 4BW TF7 4BX TF7 4BY TF7 4BZ TF7 4DA TF7 4DB TF7 4DD TF7 4DE TF7 4DF TF7 4DG TF7 4DH TF7 4DJ TF7 4DL TF7 4DN TF7 4DP TF7 4DQ TF7 4DR TF7 4DS