Shropshire village named one of the 'poshest' in Britain by The Telegraph
A Shropshire village has earned a spot on a list of Britain's poshest villages.
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Cound, a village that sits on the west bank of the River Severn, was listed amongst Britain’s 48 poshest villages by The Telegraph last year.
With an average house price of £605,524, the village made the national newspaper’s annual list for a number of different reasons in 2024 including its proximity to Shrewsbury and the extensive number of listed buildings in the area.
Writing for Telegraph Money, Anna White and Pieter Snepvangers said: “This ancient village sits on the west bank of the River Severn, just seven miles south east of Shrewsbury. “Once an industrial port, it is now a commuter village for those working in Shrewsbury and Telford.
“There are 68 listed buildings in the parish, including the Grade I-listed Cound Hall.
“Cound has a close-knit community with a church, tennis club and cricket club."
The list acts as a guide to the most desirable rural locations in the country.
With research provided by Savills, The Telegraph is able to deduce the most sought-after villages, based on the combination of highest house prices, best lifestyle amenities, connectivity and aesthetic appeal.
In 2024, it joined Barston, in the West Midlands, Bosbury, in Herefordshire, and Shenstone, in Staffordshire, on the prestigious list and could make an appearance on the list again this year.
