About Whitewell

Whitewell is a small village located in Wrexham County, Wales, within the SY13 postcode area. It is primarily a residential area, surrounded by the natural beauty of the Welsh countryside. The village has a few local amenities, including a pub and a church, which serve the community and visitors alike. The surrounding landscape offers opportunities for walking and enjoying the outdoors, with several paths leading through the fields and woodlands nearby. Whitewell is conveniently situated for those wishing to explore the larger towns of Wrexham and Chester, both of which are within a short drive. The village provides a peaceful setting for those looking to experience rural life in Wales.

School Ratings in Whitewell

Whitewell is served by 14 schools. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Whitewell

Property prices average £306K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £355K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Whitewell

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Whitewell, with 9 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Whitewell

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Whitewell falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Whitewell

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Whitewell, though coverage is not uniform. 4G mobile signal is available in most areas, with 5G access more limited. 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

6 Primary
2 Secondary
6 Other
Bronington Voluntary Aided Primary School 1.4 miles St Chad's Church in Wales Voluntary Aided Primary School 2.7 miles Tushingham With Grindley CofE Primary School Primary 3.2 miles Whitchurch CofE Junior Academy Primary Good 3.3 miles Sir John Talbot's School Secondary Good 3.3 miles Whitchurch Area Children's Centre 3.3 miles Whitchurch CofE Infant and Nursery Academy Primary 3.3 miles Physis Academy Good 3.4 miles Borderbrook School 3.5 miles Tilstock CofE Primary and Nursery Primary Good 3.7 miles Malpas Alport Endowed Primary School Primary 3.7 miles Whixall CofE Primary School Primary 4.1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Whitewell IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Whitewell in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

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 Whitewell 57 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Whitewell falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring small town.

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
North Wales Bronington 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 4 stations

Whitchurch (Shropshire) Train Station 3.4 miles
Prees Train Station 5.6 miles
Wrenbury Train Station 7.4 miles
Wem Train Station 7.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Hall Green 0.6 miles The Chequer 0.6 miles Little Green 0.9 miles Redbrook 0.9 miles Painters Green 0.9 miles Higher Wych 1.2 miles Eglwys Cross 1.4 miles Bronington 1.4 miles Fenn's Bank 1.4 miles Blackoe 1.8 miles Drury Lane 2 miles Grindley Brook 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