Is Ludlow Shropshire a nice place to live?

Ludlow named 'most stylish place to live in Shropshire' - with four towns coming close. The historic market town of Ludlow has been named the most stylish place to live in Shropshire in a new survey. Online home furniture shop Furniturebox conducted the survey, which involved polling 5,000 people in the county.

What is it like living in Ludlow?

Perched on the River Teme, the town offers residents the perfect combination of a bustling community with good schools and amenities, in a designated Area of Natural Beauty which is perfect for cyclists, walkers and nature lovers.

Is Ludlow an affluent?

What makes Ludlow such a gem is the wealth of historic buildings still intact, the medieval street pattern still remains and there are over 500 Listed properties, many with impressive Georgian facades added by wealthy merchants, Ludlow was and still is a prosperous Town.

Is Ludlow a good place to retire?

Ludlow has been named as one of the top 20 places to retire to in Britain, according to a new survey. The town was hailed as one of the top hot spots for a happy retirement in the Daily Telegraph.

Where is the best place to live in Shropshire?

Shrewsbury. Shrewsbury is a market town with a well-preserved medieval street plan and gorgeous housing. It has listed buildings, a great social calendar, and excellent schools, making it an ideal location for families. The town is surrounded by the Shropshire Hills, offering beautiful walks.

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What is the nicest village in Shropshire?

What are the deprived areas of Shropshire?

Two LSOA's within Shropshire fall within the 10% most deprived na onally and they are within Harlesco in Shrewsbury and Ludlow East.

Why move to Ludlow?

Ludlow is so diverse with all of its eateries, independent shops, history, art and culture. We have the beautiful riverside walks and surrounding hills which are easily accessible and have stunning views.

What is the crime rate in Ludlow Shropshire?

The most common crimes in Ludlow are violence and sexual offences, with 268 offences during 2022, giving a crime rate of 26. This is 0.37% higher than 2021's figure of 267 offences and a difference of 0.10 from 2021's crime rate of 26.

What is the crime rate in Ludlow?

Ludlow was the second 'safest town' in the county with a crime rate of 74 per 1,000 residents and Newport third.

Is Ludlow an expensive place to live?

And that means it costs a lot to live here. But that's good news for homeowners, who stand to make a tidy sum should they want to sell up and move elsewhere. The average house in Shropshire, which includes towns like Shrewsbury, Ludlow and Market Drayton, costs £275,592 according to latest property prices from June.

What is the most expensive area in Shropshire?

Kingsland Road in Shrewsbury was declared the wealthiest street in Shropshire, with an average property estimated to be worth £1,181,000 – more than four times the £286,000 national average house price.

Is Shrewsbury bigger than Ludlow?

Shrewsbury is a larger centre and still quite picturesque. Ludlow has it's charms (and it's fans) but, as a born and bred Salopian, I would favour the county town over Ludlow, as a base, every time.

Why is Ludlow famous?

Ludlow Castle was an important border fortification along the Welsh Marches, and one of the largest in the Norman/English ring of castles surrounding Wales. It played a significant role in local, regional and national conflicts such as the Owain Glyndŵr rebellion, the Wars of the Roses and the English Civil War.

Is Ludlow a small town?

Ludlow is a delightful small market town in south Shropshire, very near to the border with Wales. The townscape, based on the original medieval town plan, has fine examples of architecture from the Medieval, Tudor and Georgian periods.

What is three things Ludlow known for?

From its fossils, the ancient Bitterley hoard, artefacts from Ludlow's medieval church and castle, elegant Georgian Ludlow, and exhibits depicting Ludlow at War and Peace.

What town in the UK has the worst crime rate?

What is the safest village in Northamptonshire?

There are safer parts of Northamptonshire, starting with Daventry which ranks as the safest area in Northamptonshire, followed up by Rushden in second place, and Corby in third place.

Is Shropshire expensive to live?

Rent for a one-bedroom apartment in the city center: £700-900 per month. Monthly public transportation pass: £70-90 per month. Average meal for two in a mid-range restaurant: £40-50. Basic utilities for a small apartment: £120-150 per month.

What is probably the loveliest town in England?

Three things you might not know about Ludlow…

1) It was the Norman precursor to the likes of Milton Keynes; a planned new town, built on a grid. 2) The castle became the administrative centre of the Marches of Wales in the 16th century. 3) John Betjeman wrote that it was “probably the loveliest town in England”.

Is Ludlow a foodie town?

Ludlow is often referred to as the 'food and drink capital of the Marches' thanks to its rich culinary heritage, diverse local produce, and thriving hospitality scene. Ludlow's reputation as a gastronomic hub dates right back to medieval times, when the town was a major trading centre for wool and other commodities.

What percentage of Shropshire is white?

In 2021 96.7% of the population classed themselves as white compared to 81% in England and 81.7% in the West Midlands.

Is Shropshire a poor county?

The remainder live in either the county town of Shrewsbury or one of the other 17 market towns/key service centres. Shropshire is a comparatively affluent county, with low levels of unemployment, poverty and crime.

What is the most deprived area in the Midlands?

The constituency of Birmingham Hodge Hill, a densely populated area on the eastern edge of the city, has the unfortunate position of being one of the most deprived in England.