About Bowbrook

Bowbrook is a small settlement located in Shropshire, England, within the SY3 postcode area. It lies in a rural part of the county, surrounded by open countryside and agricultural land. The area is characterised by its quiet, peaceful environment and traditional English landscape. While it is not a large village, Bowbrook has a modest community with a few residential properties and a mix of farmland and woodland nearby. The local area offers access to walking trails and scenic views, typical of the Shropshire countryside. Its proximity to larger towns provides residents with convenient access to amenities while maintaining a tranquil, countryside lifestyle.

School Ratings in Bowbrook

Families in Bowbrook have access to 49 local schools. Oxon CofE Primary School and Coleham Primary School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bowbrook

Homes sell for an average of £312K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £416K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bowbrook

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Criminal damage & arson is the leading concern across Bowbrook, with 46 incidents recorded in March 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bowbrook

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Bowbrook among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Bowbrook

Bowbrook 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 5,323 sales

Average Price £312K
£400 £42.16M
Detached £416K 1,685
Semi £273K 1,656
Terraced £198K 1,145
Flat £157K 709

Deprivation and Employment in Bowbrook IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Bowbrook experiences very low levels of deprivation. The local economy supports strong employment and incomes are above the national average. Access to services, education and healthcare in the area is generally good.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
7/10
Education
8/10
Health
7/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
7/10
7,472 Children (0-15) 16%
27,374 Working Age 59%
14,531 Older (60+) 31%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 20.2% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 9.7% 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 Bowbrook 324 crimes · March 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Bowbrook are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.

127 Violence & Sexual Offences
46 Criminal Damage & Arson
36 Anti-Social Behaviour
28 Shoplifting
17 Other Theft
17 Public Order
14 Burglary
14 Drugs
8 Other Crime
5 Bicycle Theft
4 Weapons
4 Robbery
4 Vehicle Crime
Local Policing
West Mercia Shrewsbury Rural West 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 2 stations

Shrewsbury Train Station 2.5 miles
Yorton Train Station 7.6 miles

Location

Local Government

District Shropshire
Ward Bayston Hill, Column and Sutton
Constituency Shrewsbury and Atcham
Parish Bayston Hill
Region West Midlands