About Brookside

Brookside is a small settlement located in the county of Shropshire, in the west of England. Situated within the TF4 postcode area, it lies in a rural part of the countryside, surrounded by rolling hills and farmland. The area is known for its peaceful environment and traditional English landscape, with a mix of agricultural land and woodland. The village is close to the border with Wales, offering easy access to the wider Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Local amenities are limited, but residents benefit from a quiet, close-knit community atmosphere. The surrounding area provides opportunities for walking and outdoor activities, with several footpaths and bridleways passing through the region. The village retains a sense of history, with some older buildings reflecting its long-standing rural character.

School Ratings in Brookside

Families in Brookside have access to 70 local schools. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Brookside

Homes sell for an average of £209K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £182K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Brookside

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Brookside, with 69 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Brookside

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Brookside 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 Brookside

Broadband services in Brookside range from standard to superfast depending on location. Mobile signal strength on 4G is reasonable, though 5G and indoor coverage can be patchy. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 4,142 sales

Average Price £209K
£2K — £1.5M
Detached £287K 1,362
Semi £182K 1,440
Terraced £155K 997
Flat £99K 241

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

43 Primary
9 Secondary
18 Other
Madeley Academy Secondary Good 0.3 miles Aqueduct Primary Academy Primary 0.3 miles Windmill Primary School Primary Good 0.4 miles St Mary's Catholic Primary School Primary 0.6 miles Madeley Nursery School Nursery Outstanding 0.6 miles Holmer Lake Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Southall School Good 0.8 miles Haughton School Good 0.9 miles Grange Park Primary School Primary 0.9 miles John Randall Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles John Fletcher of Madeley Primary School Primary Good 1 miles The Telford Park School Secondary 1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Brookside IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Brookside 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
5/10
Income
4/10
Employment
4/10
Education
5/10
Health
3/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
9/10
7,459 Children (0-15) 21%
22,253 Working Age 64%
7,067 Older (60+) 20%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 42.6% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 24.5% 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 Brookside 486 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Brookside 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.

236 Violence & Sexual Offences
69 Anti-Social Behaviour
47 Shoplifting
31 Other Theft
27 Public Order
21 Drugs
20 Criminal Damage & Arson
9 Other Crime
7 Weapons
7 Robbery
6 Burglary
5 Vehicle Crime
1 Bicycle Theft
Local Policing
West Mercia Dawley and Malinslee 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 6 stations

Telford Central Train Station 2.4 miles
Oakengates Train Station 3.2 miles
Shifnal Train Station 3.7 miles
Wellington (Shropshire) Train Station 4.7 miles
Cosford Train Station 6.4 miles
Albrighton Train Station 7.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Aqueduct 0.6 miles Madeley 0.6 miles Tweedale 0.9 miles Woodside 0.9 miles Little Dawley 0.9 miles Stirchley 0.9 miles Lightmoor 1.2 miles Blists Hill 1.2 miles Halesfield 1.4 miles Doseley 1.4 miles Sutton Hill 1.4 miles Dawley 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Telford and Wrekin
Ward Dawley & Aqueduct
Constituency Telford
Parish Great Dawley
Region West Midlands

Streets in TF4 30 shown View all streets

Adamson Drive 1 Alma Avenue 5 Aragorn Way 1 Ardern Avenue 3 Arleston Lane 2 Ashbourne Close 1 Ashley Way 1 Ashtree Park 1 Ashwicke Road 1 Athersmith Close 1 Attwood Terrace 3 Avon Close 1 Avondale 1 B5072 1 Bailey Grove 1 Bank Road 6 Barn Fold 1 Bartholomew Road 1 Bartlett Road 3 Baylham Close 1 Beames Close 1 Beechwood Road 2 Beedles Close 1 Beggarly Bank 1 Belvedere Court 1 Bird Drive 1 Bird Way 1 Blakenham Court 1 Boatwell Meadow 1 Botany Bay Close 2

Postcodes in TF4 50 shown View all postcodes

TF4 2AA TF4 2AD TF4 2AE TF4 2AF TF4 2AG TF4 2AH TF4 2AJ TF4 2AL TF4 2AN TF4 2AP TF4 2AQ TF4 2AR TF4 2AS TF4 2AT TF4 2AW TF4 2AX TF4 2AY TF4 2AZ TF4 2BA TF4 2BB TF4 2BD TF4 2BE TF4 2BF TF4 2BG TF4 2BH TF4 2BJ TF4 2BL TF4 2BN TF4 2BP TF4 2BQ TF4 2BS TF4 2BT TF4 2BU TF4 2BX TF4 2BY TF4 2BZ TF4 2DA TF4 2DB TF4 2DD TF4 2DE TF4 2DF TF4 2DG TF4 2DH TF4 2DJ TF4 2DL TF4 2DN TF4 2DP TF4 2DQ TF4 2DR TF4 2DS