SY11 1BQ is a sought-after residential area located 0.5km from Oswestry in Oswestry. Administratively it sits within Oswestry West ward and the North Shropshire constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in SY11, SY11 1BQ offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. A well-settled, later-life community (average age 60) — very low tenant turnover, high ownership, and a quiet residential character. 92% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for SY11 1BQ are sourced from Output Area E00147251 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SY11 1BQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SY11 1BQ.
290
60
£ 43,100 /yr
26%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 92% owner-occupation and an average age of 60, SY11 1BQ is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — reflects the demand.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SY11 1BQ. The average age is 60.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SY11 1BQ has low crime rates — 22 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Our Lady and St Oswald's Catholic Primary School
Woodside Primary School
The Marches School
Holy Trinity Church of England Primary Academy and Nursery
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
18 nearby- The Kings Head0.6 km
- The Old Vaults0.6 km
- Butchers Arms0.4 km
- Railway Inn0.8 km
- Red Lion Inn0.6 km
- + 13 more
Restaurant, Cafe
39 nearby- Amber's Pizza0.7 km
- Costa0.6 km
- Kinokriminalitat Ltd0.5 km
- OsNosh0.3 km
- Salop Road Fish Bar0.8 km
- + 34 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Co-Op Late Shop1.0 km
- Heron Foods0.7 km
- Aldi0.7 km
- Home Bargains0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
15 nearby- Jolly Garden0.7 km
- Kwang Tung0.7 km
- Oswestry Tandoori0.8 km
- Chicos0.7 km
- Grill Out0.6 km
- + 10 more
Retailers - Other
30 nearby- M Battams General Butchers0.8 km
- Eastern European Food Stores Ela's Deli0.7 km
- Euro Mini Market0.5 km
- Grape Tree0.6 km
- Honeysuckle Wholefoods0.7 km
- + 25 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Wynnstay Hotel0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Gobowen4.0 km
- Chirk7.9 km
- Ruabon14.0 km
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Postcode Profile: SY111BQ · Data under Open Government Licence