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34,661
Population
12,746
Households
3 / 10
Deprivation decile
More deprived
12
Schools nearby
£44,144
Avg. household income
861
Businesses
3,623
People per km²
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About Burnt Tree

Burnt Tree is a small settlement located in the West Midlands county of England, within the DY1 postcode area. It lies to the north of the town of Telford and is part of the wider Telford and Wrekin borough. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of semi-detached and detached houses set along quiet, tree-lined streets. While the name suggests a historical event, there is no widely recorded evidence of a fire that led to its naming. The local community is active, with regular events held at the nearby community centre. Transport links are straightforward, with access to the A449 road and a bus service connecting to Telford town centre. The area is well served by local amenities, including a primary school, a convenience store, and a public park. It offers a peaceful environment for families and is well integrated into the surrounding region.

School Ratings in Burnt Tree

Burnt Tree is served by 325 schools. The Wenlock School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Burnt Tree

Property prices average £202K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £173K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Burnt Tree

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Shoplifting accounts for the highest share in Burnt Tree, with 95 incidents logged in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Burnt Tree

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Burnt Tree is among the more deprived areas nationally. The area sees higher levels of employment deprivation, with more residents excluded from the labour market. Income deprivation is more prevalent, with household earnings falling below the national average.

Healthcare in Burnt Tree

There are 77 GP surgeries within three miles of Burnt Tree, the nearest being Walford Street, Tividale (0.3 miles away).

Local Data for Burnt Tree

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Property Prices 3,293 sales

Average Price £202K
£1K , £9.75M
Detached £282K 551
Semi £173K 1,558
Terraced £155K 633
Flat £110K 343

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

188 Primary
44 Secondary
93 Other
Outstanding 1
Good 8
Requires improvement 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the DY1 postcode area.

Beechwood Church of England Primary School Primary Good 0.1 miles St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Primary 0.2 miles Kates Hill Primary School Primary 0.4 miles Tividale Hall Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles Burnt Tree Sure Start Children's Centre 0.5 miles Burnt Tree Primary School Primary 0.6 miles Dudley College of Technology 16 plus Good 0.6 miles Kates Hill and Sledmere Children's Centre Good 0.7 miles Sacred Heart Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Tividale Community Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles Tipton Green Junior School Primary 0.9 miles St James Academy Secondary Good 0.9 miles

Household Income in Burnt Tree ONS 2023

The average total household income in Burnt Tree is approximately £44,144 a year before tax, 20% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £32,737. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Burnt Tree £44,144
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £32,737.

Businesses in Burnt Tree ONS 2025

There are approximately 861 active businesses based in Burnt Tree, around 25 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 85% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 30 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

861 Total businesses
25 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 85%
Small, 10-49 11%
Medium, 50-249 3%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Burnt Tree IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation identifies Burnt Tree as one of the more deprived areas nationally. Residents face greater challenges around employment and income, though ongoing investment in infrastructure and services is helping to address these issues over time.

Overall Deprivation
3/10
Income
3/10
Employment
3/10
Education
2/10
Health
3/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
6/10
Children 0-15 22%
Working age 63%
Older 65+ 15%
7,528 Children (0-15) 22%
21,879 Working Age 63%
5,273 Older (65+) 15%
Below Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 54.1% of children in income-deprived families
Below Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 32.6% 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 Burnt Tree 836 crimes · May 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Burnt Tree 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.

Violence & Sexual Offences 356
Shoplifting 95
Criminal Damage & Arson 76
Vehicle Crime 67
Public Order 53
Other Theft 51
Anti-Social Behaviour 29
Burglary 28
Drugs 27
Weapons 19
Other Crime 17
Robbery 13
Bicycle Theft 3
Theft from Person 2
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Tipton Train Station 1.2 miles
Coseley Train Station 2.4 miles
Sandwell And Dudley Train Station 2.5 miles
Old Hill Train Station 2.9 miles
Rowley Regis Train Station 2.9 miles
Langley Green Train Station 2.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Kates Hill 0 yards Tividale 0.6 miles Tansley Hill 0.6 miles Darby's Hill 0.9 miles Oakham 0.9 miles Dudley Port 0.9 miles Brades Village 1.2 miles Dudley 1.2 miles Eve Hill 1.2 miles Tipton 1.2 miles Tipton Green 1.2 miles New Town 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Dudley
Ward Castle and Priory
Constituency Dudley North
Parish Dudley, unparished area
Region West Midlands

Home Ownership in Burnt Tree

Of the 14,034 households in and around Burnt Tree, 55% are owned, 29% are socially rented and 16% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 55% Social rented 29% Private rented 16%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Burnt Tree.

Frequently Asked Questions about Burnt Tree

What is the population of Burnt Tree?
Burnt Tree has a population of approximately 34,661 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Burnt Tree?
The average property in and around Burnt Tree sold for about £201,580, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 42% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Burnt Tree a deprived area?
Burnt Tree sits among the more deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 3 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Burnt Tree?
Burnt Tree is covered by the DY1 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Burnt Tree?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Burnt Tree, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Burnt Tree?
The nearest railway station to Burnt Tree is Tipton Train Station, about 1.2 miles away.

Streets in DY1 30 shown View all streets

Abbotsford Drive 1 Acacia Close 1 Aintree Way 1 Aldeney Close 1 Alexandra Place 1 Alexandra Street 1 Angel Street 1 Ash Green 2 Ash Road 2 Ashenhurst Road 6 Attingham Drive 3 Austin Close 1 B4177 1 B4587 1 Badminton Close 1 Balmoral View 1 Balvenie Way 1 Beaumaris Close 1 Beckensall Close 1 Beech Green 2 Beech Road 2 Belvoir Close 1 Bennett Avenue 1 Berkswell Close 1 Bermuda Close 1 Birmingham New Road 2 Birmingham Road 4 Blackberry Close 1 Blackthorne Close 1 Blackthorne Road 3

Postcodes in DY1 50 shown View all postcodes

DY1 1AE DY1 1AF DY1 1AG DY1 1AH DY1 1AJ DY1 1DA DY1 1DB DY1 1DD DY1 1DS DY1 1DT DY1 1DU DY1 1DW DY1 1DZ DY1 1ED DY1 1EF DY1 1EH DY1 1EP DY1 1EW DY1 1EX DY1 1EY DY1 1HA DY1 1HF DY1 1HG DY1 1HH DY1 1HL DY1 1HP DY1 1HR DY1 1HY DY1 1HZ DY1 1JA DY1 1JB DY1 1JD DY1 1JE DY1 1JF DY1 1JG DY1 1JJ DY1 1JR DY1 1JX DY1 1LA DY1 1LD DY1 1LF DY1 1LJ DY1 1LP DY1 1LQ DY1 1LS DY1 1LT DY1 1LU DY1 1LX DY1 1LY DY1 1LZ