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About Meole Brace
Meole Brace is a suburb located to the south of Shrewsbury in Shropshire, England. It is primarily a residential area that offers a mix of housing options, including modern developments and older properties. The suburb is well-served by local amenities, including shops, schools, and parks, making it a convenient place for families and individuals alike.
The area benefits from good transport links, with easy access to the A5 and A49 roads, facilitating travel to nearby towns and cities. Meole Brace also features a golf club, which provides recreational opportunities for enthusiasts. Additionally, the suburb is close to the historic town of Shrewsbury, where visitors can explore a variety of cultural and leisure activities.
School Ratings in Meole Brace
Families in Meole Brace have access to 48 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 Meole Brace
Homes sell for an average of £329K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £427K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Meole Brace
Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Shoplifting is the leading concern across Meole Brace, with 53 incidents recorded in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Meole Brace
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Meole Brace 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.
Healthcare in Meole Brace
There are 23 GP surgeries within three miles of Meole Brace, the nearest being Respiratory Apcs - Shrewsbury (0.4 miles away).
Local Data for Meole Brace
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Property Prices 5,444 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the SY3 postcode area.
Household Income in Meole Brace ONS 2023
The average total household income in Meole Brace is approximately £57,961 a year before tax, 5% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £41,389. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £41,389.
Businesses in Meole Brace ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,220 active businesses based in Meole Brace, around 34 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 89% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 27 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Meole Brace IMD 2025
According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Meole Brace 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.
Crime in Meole Brace 290 crimes · May 2026
Crime figures for Meole Brace 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.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 2 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Meole Brace
Of the 15,675 households in and around Meole Brace, 72% are owned, 10% are socially rented and 18% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Meole Brace.