Moving to (WV99)

· Telford and Wrekin

Planning a move to WV99? Discover council tax rates, Ofsted-rated schools, broadband speeds, green spaces and more for the null area.

Whether you're a first-time buyer, growing family, or relocating for work, this comprehensive area guide covers everything you need to know before moving to . From local council tax rates and school ratings to broadband speeds and nearby green spaces, we've compiled the essential data to help you make an informed decision about your new home.

Safety & Crime in

recorded 91% fewer crimes than the national average per postcode district — indicating a relatively safe area to live and raise a family.

WV99 Total Crimes (13 months)229
National Average per District2,628
vs National Average91% below average

Breakdown by Category

Violence & Sexual Offences76 (92% below avg)
Anti-social Behaviour34 (92% below avg)
Public Order17 (91% below avg)
Vehicle Crime20 (85% below avg)
Shoplifting5 (98% below avg)
Criminal Damage & Arson6 (97% below avg)
Burglary5 (95% below avg)
Other Theft27 (84% below avg)
Drugs15 (84% below avg)
Robbery4 (89% below avg)
Theft from Person1 (98% below avg)
Bicycle Theft1 (96% below avg)
Possession of Weapons2 (92% below avg)

Source: data.police.uk street-level crime data (Apr 2025 – Apr 2026). National average calculated across 2,313 UK postcode districts. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Council Tax in

Council tax is one of the most important ongoing costs to consider when moving to a new area. In , council tax is managed by Telford and Wrekin. The table below shows estimated annual rates for all bands, extrapolated from the published Band D figure using the standard ratios set by central government.

BandProperty Value (1991)Annual Rate
A£0 – £40,000£1504.17
B£40,001 – £52,000£1754.87
C£52,001 – £68,000£2005.56
D£68,001 – £88,000£2256.26
E£88,001 – £120,000£2757.65
F£120,001 – £160,000£3259.04
G£160,001 – £320,000£3760.43
H£320,001+£4512.52

Figures are estimated from the published Band D rate. Actual charges may vary slightly. Property values are based on 1991 valuations used by the Valuation Office Agency.

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Essential Services Near

6.1 / 100 — This convenience score reflects how well-served the WV99 area is for everyday needs. It's calculated from the density of GP surgeries, pharmacies, and supermarkets relative to the local population — giving you a realistic picture of how easy daily errands will be.

Total essential services (GPs + pharmacies + supermarkets)0

Green Spaces in

Access to parks and green spaces is increasingly important for wellbeing, exercise, and family life. Our green space accessibility score measures the percentage of residential postcodes in WV99 that are within a 5-minute walk of a public park, playing field, or nature reserve.

0% of residential postcodes in WV99 have green space within walking distance, suggesting that green space access may be limited in parts of the area.

Schools in

For families with children, the quality of local schools is often the deciding factor when choosing where to move. Below is a breakdown of state-funded schools in the WV99 postcode district that have received an 'Outstanding' rating from Ofsted — the highest possible grade for teaching quality, leadership, and pupil outcomes.

Broadband in

Reliable internet is essential for working from home, streaming, and staying connected. The broadband quality score for WV99 considers the proportion of properties with access to superfast, ultrafast, and gigabit-capable connections, as well as those still below the Universal Service Obligation (USO) threshold of 10Mbps.

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Energy Performance in

Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) rate a property's energy efficiency from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient). The median EPC band for WV99 gives you a sense of how well-insulated and energy-efficient homes in the area tend to be — which directly impacts your heating bills and carbon footprint.

Homes in WV99 average EPC Band D. Compare energy deals for your new home →

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