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Understanding Catchment Distances

Most schools allocate remaining places based on straight-line distance from the school gates after priority criteria (like Looked After Children or Siblings) are met. As a result, exact "catchment postcodes" do not permanently exist. The cut-off distance shrinks or expands every single year depending on local birth rates and application volume.

Shropshire Local Authority Catchment Overview

The official DfE admissions figures for this year show the overall demand and success rate for primary schools located in the Shropshire area.

2,667
Total Applications
95.6%
Secured 1st Preference
99.6%
Secured Top 3 Preference