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Shirley

Area · Outer London

B+
schoolsA
amenitiesB
transportA
outdoor-activitiesA

Housing

Average sold price: £528,731

  • all dwelling types£528,731
  • detached house prices£646,346
  • terraced house prices£489,385
  • semi-detached house prices£555,769
  • flats and maisonettes prices£326,308

Safety

Crime level: average

Crimes per 1,000: 67

Schools

    Transport

    • None recorded

    Vibe

    ParklifeHomeowner families

    FAQ

    Q: Is Shirley a nice place to live?
A: Yes, Shirley is a very good place to live. We've given it a liveable rating of B+. This means it ranks highly among places in Outer London. It particularly appeals to homeowner families. Locals particularly enjoy access to parks and outdoor spaces.

Q: How safe is Shirley?
A: Shirley has an average crime rate for an Outer London suburb, with around 67 recorded crimes per 1,000 people a year. This is 10% below the national average, and about average for Outer London.

Q: What are the best schools in Shirley?
A: Shirley has 51 schools nearby. The top-rated Ofsted Outstanding schools are Harris Primary Academy Benson and St John's CofE Primary School. Other well-regarded schools rated Good by Ofsted include Good Shepherd Catholic Primary and Nursery School and Applegarth Academy. Note: 3 schools are currently rated as Requires Improvement.

Q: What are the demographics of Shirley?
A: The majority of residents in Shirley identify as White (British) (57%). Most residents were born in the United Kingdom (77%). The most common religion is Christian (54%).