Area Profile
According to results published in the 2021 Census there are 1700 people that live in Wem Rural Parish.
This is an increase of 50 people since the last Census of 2011.
You can download the report here.
You can view more results including employment, age breakdown in the images below or view the Census results here.
Diary Dates
News
£400 Parish Council Grant Supports 1st Wem Scouts’ Outdoor Adventures
Wem Rural Parish Council is pleased to have awarded a grant of £400 to support 1st Wem Scouts with the purchase of new tents, helping to ensure more young people can safely and comfortably enjoy outdoor experiences. The Scouts purchased the tents in April, ahead of...
Discover the Joy of Learning at Newtown Church of England Primary School!
“A truly joyful community where all are known, loved and encouraged to realise their potential” School Inspection 2025. There has been lots going on at Newtown Church of England Primary School with major investment in all aspects of our wonderful school to create a...
Helen Morgan calls for banking hub review to get services back onto high streets
Helen Morgan has called for a review of banking hub criteria to get services back into high streets and help revitalise market towns like Ellesmere and Wem. The MP told the House of Commons that rural areas like North Shropshire were in a situation of “managed...
Contact Us
Address
The Parish Clerk
4 Bazeley Way
Wem
Shropshire
SY4 5QN
Phone
07720 854185
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