About The Rock

The Rock is a village located in Shropshire, England, within the postcode area TF3. This area is primarily residential, providing a peaceful environment for its inhabitants. The village is situated near the larger town of Telford, which offers a range of amenities and services, including shopping centres, schools, and recreational facilities. Surrounding The Rock are various green spaces and countryside, making it suitable for outdoor activities such as walking and cycling. The village is well-connected by road, allowing easy access to nearby towns and attractions. Local transport links provide further options for those wishing to explore the wider Shropshire region. Overall, The Rock serves as a quiet residential area with convenient access to urban facilities and natural landscapes.

School Ratings in The Rock

There are 82 schools in and around The Rock. Newdale Primary School & Nursery is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in The Rock

The average property price is £223K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £128K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in The Rock

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across The Rock, with 79 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in The Rock

The Rock sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in The Rock

Broadband speeds in The Rock are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,951 sales

Average Price £223K
£400 — £17.65M
Detached £269K 1,157
Semi £174K 1,001
Terraced £128K 1,319
Flat £78K 311

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

53 Primary
10 Secondary
19 Other
The Linden Centre Good 0.3 miles Newdale Primary School & Nursery Primary Outstanding 0.4 miles Thomas Telford School Good 0.5 miles Lantern Academy Primary 0.6 miles Meadows Primary School and Nursery Primary 0.8 miles Ladygrove Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles Old Park Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles Lawley Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 0.9 miles Wombridge Primary School Primary Good 1 miles Oakengates Nursery School Nursery Good 1 miles Lawley Village Academy Primary Good 1 miles Dawley Church of England Primary Academy Primary Good 1.3 miles

Deprivation and Employment in The Rock IMD 2025

The Rock sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
4/10
Income
4/10
Employment
4/10
Education
4/10
Health
3/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
8/10
9,178 Children (0-15) 22%
26,928 Working Age 63%
8,514 Older (60+) 20%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 47.6% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 25.9% 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 The Rock 522 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

The Rock sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Violence & sexual offences represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.

226 Violence & Sexual Offences
79 Anti-Social Behaviour
54 Shoplifting
32 Public Order
30 Other Theft
27 Criminal Damage & Arson
25 Drugs
12 Other Crime
10 Burglary
10 Robbery
9 Vehicle Crime
7 Weapons
1 Bicycle Theft
Local Policing
West Mercia Lawley and Overdale 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

Oakengates Train Station 1 miles
Telford Central Train Station 1.1 miles
Wellington (Shropshire) Train Station 2.5 miles
Shifnal Train Station 4.3 miles
Cosford Train Station 7.5 miles
Albrighton Train Station 8.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Old Park 0 yards Telford 0.6 miles Red Lake 0.6 miles Dawley Bank 0.6 miles Ketley 0.9 miles Lawley 0.9 miles Town Centre 0.9 miles Town Park 0.9 miles Malinslee 0.9 miles Ketley Bank 0.9 miles Snedshill 1.2 miles Hollinswood 1.2 miles

Local Government

District Telford and Wrekin
Ward The Nedge
Constituency Telford
Parish Stirchley and Brookside
Region West Midlands

Streets in TF3 30 shown View all streets

Abbey Fields 5 Abraham Close 1 Acer Close 1 Anslem Court 1 Aqueduct Road 2 Archer Drive 1 Arkinstall Grove 1 Attingham Close 1 Aylwin Court 1 B5072 1 Badger Close 1 Barberry Close 1 Barclay Fold 1 Barlow Close 1 Barn Lane 1 Barrack Close 1 Baxter Drive 1 Beaconsfield 6 Beckbury Drive 2 Bedstone Close 1 Belgrave Crescent 2 Bembridge 3 Bemrose Avenue 1 Berwyn Close 1 Bickerton Grove 1 Bilberry Close 1 Birchfield Way 4 Birchmore 4 Bishopdale 2 Blackbird Close 1

Postcodes in TF3 50 shown View all postcodes

TF3 1AB TF3 1AD TF3 1AE TF3 1AT TF3 1AU TF3 1AW TF3 1AX TF3 1AY TF3 1AZ TF3 1BH TF3 1BJ TF3 1BL TF3 1BN TF3 1BP TF3 1BS TF3 1BT TF3 1BU TF3 1BW TF3 1BX TF3 1BY TF3 1BZ TF3 1DP TF3 1DR TF3 1DS TF3 1DT TF3 1DU TF3 1DX TF3 1DY TF3 1DZ TF3 1EA TF3 1EB TF3 1ED TF3 1EE TF3 1EF TF3 1EG TF3 1EH TF3 1EJ TF3 1EL TF3 1EN TF3 1EP TF3 1EQ TF3 1ER TF3 1ES TF3 1ET TF3 1EU TF3 1EW TF3 1EX TF3 1EY TF3 1EZ TF3 1FA