About Prees Lower Heath

Prees Lower Heath is a small village located in Shropshire, England, within the SY13 postcode area. The village is primarily residential, offering a peaceful environment for its inhabitants. It is surrounded by agricultural land, which contributes to the rural character of the area. The local community is close-knit, with a few amenities available for everyday needs. Nearby, you will find the larger village of Prees, which provides additional facilities such as shops and schools. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for walking and enjoying the outdoors. Prees Lower Heath is well-connected by road, making it accessible for those wishing to explore the wider Shropshire region or commute to nearby towns. Overall, it presents a quiet lifestyle in a rural setting.

School Ratings in Prees Lower Heath

Families in Prees Lower Heath have access to 12 local schools. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Prees Lower Heath

Homes sell for an average of £306K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £355K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Prees Lower Heath

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Prees Lower Heath, with 9 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Prees Lower Heath

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Prees Lower Heath 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 Prees Lower Heath

Broadband services in Prees Lower Heath 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 2,968 sales

Average Price £306K
£2K — £11.88M
Detached £355K 1,369
Semi £223K 664
Terraced £178K 517
Flat £99K 141

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

8 Primary
1 Secondary
3 Other
Lower Heath CofE Primary School Primary Good 0.4 miles Prees CofE Primary School Primary 1.2 miles Acorn Wood Good 3.2 miles Moreton Say CofE Primary School Primary Good 3.6 miles Hodnet Primary School Primary 3.6 miles Tilstock CofE Primary and Nursery Primary Good 3.9 miles Wem Children's Centre delivery point 4.2 miles St Peter's CofE Primary School Primary Good 4.2 miles Whixall CofE Primary School Primary 4.5 miles The Thomas Adams School Secondary Good 4.5 miles Buntingsdale Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 4.7 miles Physis Academy Good 5 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Prees Lower Heath IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Prees Lower Heath 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
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
6/10
Health
7/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
3/10
4,883 Children (0-15) 16%
18,565 Working Age 59%
10,815 Older (60+) 34%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 28.8% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 11.4% 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 Prees Lower Heath 57 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Prees Lower Heath are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure small town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

24 Violence & Sexual Offences
9 Anti-Social Behaviour
6 Shoplifting
5 Other Theft
4 Criminal Damage & Arson
4 Public Order
2 Burglary
2 Drugs
1 Weapons
Local Policing
West Mercia Whitchurch Town and Rural 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 5 stations

Prees Train Station 2.2 miles
Wem Train Station 4.2 miles
Whitchurch (Shropshire) Train Station 5.7 miles
Yorton Train Station 7 miles
Wrenbury Train Station 9.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Prees Green 0.9 miles Darliston 0.9 miles Prees Wood 0.9 miles Fauls 1.2 miles Upper College 1.2 miles Marchamley Wood 1.4 miles Prees 1.4 miles The Nook 1.4 miles Sandford 1.4 miles Prees Higher Heath 2 miles Lighteach 2.2 miles Marchamley 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Shropshire
Ward Whitchurch North
Constituency North Shropshire
Parish Whitchurch Urban
Region West Midlands

Streets in SY13 30 shown View all streets

A41 3 A442 3 A49 2 A525 1 A539 5 Alders Lane 5 Aldersey Lane 1 Alkington Gardens 2 Alkington Road 12 Allmans Bridge 1 Anchor Close 1 Armoury Lane 1 Arowry Lane 1 Ash Lane 2 Ash Road 9 Ashwood Lane 3 Avenue Lane 2 B5065 3 B5476 7 Back Lane 1 Badger Crescent 2 Bargates 3 Barkhill 3 Barkhill Mews 1 Barnfield Close 1 Bath Street 1 Bathfields Crescent 1 Beatrice Gardens 1 Beech Avenue 1 Beech Close 1

Postcodes in SY13 50 shown View all postcodes

SY13 1AA SY13 1AD SY13 1AE SY13 1AF SY13 1AG SY13 1AH SY13 1AJ SY13 1AP SY13 1AQ SY13 1AR SY13 1AS SY13 1AU SY13 1AW SY13 1AX SY13 1AZ SY13 1BA SY13 1BB SY13 1BD SY13 1BE SY13 1BF SY13 1BG SY13 1BH SY13 1BJ SY13 1BL SY13 1BN SY13 1BP SY13 1BQ SY13 1BS SY13 1BT SY13 1BU SY13 1BW SY13 1BX SY13 1BY SY13 1BZ SY13 1DA SY13 1DB SY13 1DD SY13 1DE SY13 1DF SY13 1DG SY13 1DH SY13 1DJ SY13 1DL SY13 1DN SY13 1DP SY13 1DQ SY13 1DR SY13 1DS SY13 1DT SY13 1DU