Tamworth
§ This page gives an overview of the Tamworth local authority district, bringing together key facts, maps, and data to help you quickly understand the area. This is one of 361 LAD profiles on Baseview.
Overview ⁞ Tamworth, in southern Staffordshire, is centred on its historic market town, dominated by Tamworth Castle, a Norman motte-and-bailey stronghold overlooking the River Tame. The town has riverside parks, lakes, and a rich medieval heritage, while nearby Drayton Manor Resort adds a family attraction. The district blends suburban areas with green spaces, waterways, and historic landmarks, giving it a balance of heritage and modern leisure.
What County is Tamworth in?
Tamworth is in the ceremonial county of Staffordshire, in the West Midlands region of England. It is administered by Tamworth Borough Council, which operates within Staffordshire’s local government structure. For ceremonial, geographic, and official purposes, Tamworth is recognised as part of Staffordshire.
Historically, Tamworth is unusual because it lay on the boundary between Staffordshire and Warwickshire, with the River Tame traditionally marking the division. As a result, parts of historic Tamworth were once associated with Warwickshire. However, modern boundary changes have placed the entire town within Staffordshire. Today, the correct and official answer is that Tamworth is in Staffordshire, despite its historic links to both counties.
Tamworth Boundary Map
This map shows the official boundary of the Tamworth local authority district, based on the latest geographic data published by the Office for National Statistics (ONS). It provides a clear view of the district’s extent and helps you understand how the area fits within the wider regional and national landscape.
Contains OS data © Crown copyright and database right 2025. Source: Office for National Statistics licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
The administrative boundary of Tamworth can also be viewed on OpenStreetMap: District Boundary of Tamworth.
Key Facts about Tamworth
What region is Tamworth in? Tamworth is in the West Midlands of England, a region within the UK.
What county is Tamworth in? Tamworth is located in the county of Staffordshire.
Is Tamworth a city? No, Tamworth is not a city. (Note: the UK has 76 officially designated cities.)
Who governs Tamworth? The local authority for this district is: Tamworth Borough Council - responsible for district-level services. Since Staffordshire is a two-tier area, county-level services are handled by: Staffordshire County Council.
▶ Official website of Tamworth Borough Council 🔗 tamworth.gov.uk
Which police force covers Tamworth? Policing in Tamworth is provided by Staffordshire Police 🔗 staffordshire.police.uk, which serves 9 local authority districts: Cannock Chase ⁞ East Staffordshire ⁞ Lichfield ⁞ Newcastle-under-Lyme ⁞ South Staffordshire ⁞ Stafford ⁞ Staffordshire Moorlands ⁞ Stoke-on-Trent ⁞ Tamworth.
Constituencies in Tamworth
Tamworth is divided into 1 parliamentary constituencies, listed below in alphabetical order.
A constituency is a specific geographical area that elects one Member of Parliament (MP) to represent them in the House of Commons. The United Kingdom is divided into 650 parliamentary constituencies. We have this list page for easy browsing of all UK parliamentary constituencies: List of Constituencies.
Wards in Tamworth
Tamworth is divided into 10 wards, listed below in alphabetical order.
- Amington
- Belgrave
- Bolehall
- Castle
- Glascote
- Mercian
- Spital
- Stonydelph
- Trinity
- Wilnecote
In the UK, a ward is a subdivision of a local authority area, used mainly for electoral and statistical purposes. Defined by the ONS, wards represent the primary unit for local elections, each returning one or more councillors to the local council. Wards are also used as a key geography for presenting population and census data. We have this list page for easy browsing of all electoral wards: List of all Electoral Wards in the UK.
Parishes in Tamworth
Tamworth is entirely unparished—there are no civil parishes in this local authority district.
Parishes are the lowest tier of local government; where they don’t exist, those very local services and representation sit directly with the principal council. We have this list page for easy browsing of all parishes: List of Civil Parishes in England and Wales.
Post Towns in Tamworth
Below is a list of post towns in Tamworth, grouped by postcode area:
B ▸ Tamworth (B77 / B78 / B79)
The UK postal hierarchy begins with broad postcode areas (such as “CB” or “M”), which are divided into smaller postcode districts (such as “CB8” or “M1”) to support accurate mail routing. Each postal address is anchored by a designated post town, the official locality name used in the UK postcode system, which operates independently from Local Authority Districts —the administrative boundaries used for council tax and local government services. Because they serve different purposes, a property’s postal address and its local authority district do not always align exactly.
Built-up Areas in Tamworth
Tamworth covers 2 built-up areas, listed below in alphabetical order.
- Fazeley *
- Tamworth *
In the UK, a Built-up Area (BUA) is a continuous urban area of at least 20 hectares (0.2 km²), defined by the ONS as land where buildings are generally no more than 200 metres apart, such as towns, cities, or large villages. (Note: A BUA name marked with an asterisk (*) indicates that the area is situated partly in the district of Tamworth.)
We have this list page for easy browsing of all built-up areas: List of all Built-up Areas in GB.
Railway Stations in Tamworth
Tamworth is served by a number of National Rail stations, providing rail connections to nearby towns, cities, and destinations across Great Britain. The railway stations listed below are located within the Tamworth Local Authority District and are grouped by train operating company for clarity.
- West Midlands Trains (London Northwestern Railway) ▸ Tamworth (B79 7JT)
- West Midlands Trains (West Midlands Railway) ▸ Wilnecote (Staffs) (B77 5AL)
This is a district-level view only. For a complete list of all National Rail stations across Great Britain, see the UK National Rail Stations Directory.
Tamworth compared with other districts in the UK
This section shows how Tamworth compares with other local authority districts in the UK, using a variety of measures and rankings.
Tamworth has 10 electoral wards.
Tamworth has a population of 81,117 (2024 mid-year estimate by ONS)
Population and Migration Trends in Tamworth
This chart shows the population trend for Tamworth from 2015 to 2024. It provides a quick overview of whether the local authority is growing, stable, or declining over time, and helps set context for the migration patterns shown below.
Population change is influenced by natural change (births minus deaths) and migration. The net migration chart below focuses on migration, separating internal migration (moves within the UK) from international migration (moves to and from abroad). Positive values indicate net inflows, while negative values indicate net outflows. The rate labels (per 1,000 residents) help compare migration intensity across years, even when the population size changes.
More local statistics and data for Tamworth can be found on the ONS statistics for Tamworth.