B
Liveable Score

Good Area

B

Outdoor Spaces

B+

Amenities

B

Transport

A

Schools

CouncilShropshire
Crime Rate
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Interactive liveability map of Wem showing color-coded areas with Liveable Scores ranging from A+ (Outstanding - dark green) to C (Challenged - red). Crime hotspots are marked with red pulsing indicators in 23 locations. Wem boundary is outlined in blue.Map allows users to explore different neighborhoods and their liveability ratings within the area.
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C+
B
B+
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Nearby Places

Tilley

village

B

1.2 km away

Aston

village

B

1.7 km away

Outdoor Spaces

AllotmentsAllotments
Adequate
Play SpacePlay Space
Adequate
Golf CourseGolf Course
Limited
Public ParkPublic Park
Limited
Tennis CourtTennis Court
Ample
Bowling GreenBowling Green
Adequate
Playing FieldPlaying Field
Adequate

Local Amenities

Pubs & BarsPubs & Bars
Ample
Restaurants & CafesRestaurants & Cafes
Adequate
Retail ShoppingRetail Shopping
Adequate
SupermarketsSupermarkets
Limited
TakeawaysTakeaways
Adequate

Transport Links

train
Wem
Train
train
Yorton
Train
train
Prees
Train

Schools

Outstanding
0 Schools
Good
2 Schools
Requires Improvement
0 Schools
St Peter's CofE Primary School
Good
The Thomas Adams School
Good
Smallbrook School
Woodlands School

House Prices

all dwelling types

£217,391

detached houses

£287,826

flats and maisonettes

£112,500

semi detached houses

£207,820

terraced houses

£167,391

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wem a nice place to live?

Wem is a nice place to live. We've given it a liveable rating of B. This means it offers reasonable living standards in Shropshire.

How safe is Wem?

Wem has a low crime rate of 57.2 crimes per 1,000 people, which is below the national average. Crime hotspots have been reported near Oak Avenue, as reported by West Mercia Police.

What are the best schools in Wem?

Wem has 2 schools nearby. The best-rated schools are St Peter's CofE Primary School and The Thomas Adams School, both rated Good by Ofsted.

What are the demographics of Wem?

The majority of residents in Wem identify as White (British) (95%). Most residents were born in the United Kingdom (95%). The most common religion is Christian (56%).