About Calcott

Calcott is a small village located in Shropshire, England, within the SY3 postcode area. It lies in a rural setting, surrounded by open countryside and agricultural land. The village is situated near the border with Wales, offering views of rolling hills and farmland typical of the region. Calcott is part of the civil parish of Llanymynech, which straddles the England-Wales border. The area is known for its peaceful environment and traditional rural character, with a mix of older stone cottages and more modern homes. The nearby Llanymynech Hill is a local landmark, and the village is close to the historic Llanymynech railway viaduct, a remnant of the former Shropshire Union Railway. The community is small but active, with local events and a strong sense of place.

School Ratings in Calcott

Calcott is served by 48 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 Calcott

Property prices average £312K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £416K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Calcott

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Criminal damage & arson accounts for the highest share in Calcott, with 46 incidents logged in March 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Calcott

Calcott falls within the least deprived areas nationally, based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels across the area tend to be higher than the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Calcott

Most properties in Calcott can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. 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 Calcott IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation ranks Calcott among the least deprived parts of England. Residents generally enjoy good access to employment and higher than average household incomes. Education and health outcomes in the area also compare favourably with the rest of the country.

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 Calcott 324 crimes · March 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Calcott is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

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 3.1 miles
Yorton Train Station 7.4 miles

Location

Local Government

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