SY11 4AZ is a safe, established residential area on Yew Tree Drive, 1.2km from Babbinswood in Whittington (Shropshire). Administratively it sits within Whittington ward and the North Shropshire constituency.
For families considering a move, SY11 4AZ represents a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 46 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 92% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £210k.
Census 2021 statistics for SY11 4AZ are sourced from Output Area E00147296 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
YEW TREE DRIVE, SY11 4AZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for YEW TREE DRIVE, SY11 4AZ.
268
46
£ 45,500 /yr
44%
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.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates SY11 4AZ — age 46, 92% ownership, 7% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SY11 4AZ. The average age is 46.1. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 187,500
2 sales · Mean £ 187,500
Semi-Detached
£ 193,000
1 sales · Mean £ 193,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SY11 4AZ has low crime rates — 23 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Whittington CofE (VA) Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The White Lion Hotel0.4 km
- Ye Olde Boote Inn0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Castle Teas0.4 km
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Three Trees Premier Stores0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Whittington's0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Gobowen3.3 km
- Chirk8.1 km
- Ruabon13.2 km
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Postcode Profile: SY114AZ · Data under Open Government Licence