Is Shelve a nice place to live?

Yes, Shelve is a very good place to live. We've given it a liveable rating of B+. This means it ranks highly among places in Shropshire. It particularly appeals to homeowner families. Expect a relaxed, countryside way of life away from the hustle and bustle.

Shelve has an above average crime rate for a West Midlands village, with around 0 recorded crimes per 1,000 people a year. This is 100% below the national average, and 100% below the Shropshire average. The comparison is stabilised for a small population.

What are the demographics of Shelve?

The majority of residents in Shelve identify as White (British) (95%). Most residents were born in the United Kingdom (95%). The most common religion is Christian (60%).

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Name: Shelve
Address: England, GB

B+

Very Good Area

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Council	Shropshire
Crime Rate	Above Average for a West Midlands village 100% below the national average.
Vibe	😴 Sleepy🐄 Rural
Demographics	🏠 Homeowner Families