telford TF8 Postcodes

Telford (TF8)

The TF8 postcode area is located in the Telford postcode town region, within the county of Shropshire, and contains a total of 208 individual postcodes.

There are 19 electoral wards in the TF8 postcode area, including Broseley, Market Drayton, Much Wenlock, Newport, Shifnal, Telford which come under the local authority of the Telford and Wrekin Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 25% of people in TF8 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.

This does not mean that the people of TF8 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.

The TF8 postcode covers two distinct geographical areas in the Telford district of the West Midlands county. The first area is the town of Donnington, which is situated to the east of the M54 motorway and is the most urbanised area in the postcode region. Donnington is home to a number of parks, including Donnington Park and Woods, and is also the site of the 13th-century Donnington Castle.

In addition to the residential and commercial development located in and around Donnington, the TF8 postcode also encompasses a large village to the south, namely Tibberton. This sprawling village has a long history, and is home to several historic churches, including the St Mary's Church, which is part of the Dawley Magna heritage trail, as well as the Grade II listed Tibberton Hall.

The TF8 postcode area is primarily rural, but is still well connected to the rest of the region with the M54 running through its centre and well-maintained bus routes operated by the Shropshire County Council connecting Donnington to other local towns and cities. The nearest railway station, Telford Central, offers regular services to both Shrewsbury and Birmingham.

In terms of amenities, Donnington and Tibberton each boast a range of shops, pubs, restaurants and takeaways, as well as pubs and hotels. The area is also home to two primary schools, Donnington C of E Primary School and Tibberton Primary School. Further education and technical courses are available at the nearby Telford College of Arts & Technology.

The TF8 postcode is also home to a number of places of natural beauty. The Ironbridge Gorge Museums are located within its boundaries, as is the Scar Rocks National Nature Reserve. Other well-known local attractions include The Wrekin and the Wrekin Hill RSPB Reserve. With its mix of rural and urban activities, TF8 is an ideal postcode for anyone seeking a well-balanced lifestyle.

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