SY12 0AJ is a sought-after residential area on Willow Crescent, 0.1km from Trimpley in Ellesmere. Administratively it sits within Ellesmere Urban ward and the North Shropshire constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in SY12, SY12 0AJ offers a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. Outside of residential hours, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. At 41 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 62% 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 30 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £331k. 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 SY12 0AJ are sourced from Output Area E00147011 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WILLOW CRESCENT, SY12 0AJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WILLOW CRESCENT, SY12 0AJ.
395
41
£ 43,600 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SY12 0AJ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. SY12 0AJ's low deprivation rank, 62% ownership, and £331k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SY12 0AJ. The average age is 41.3. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 390,000
2 sales · Mean £ 390,000
Semi-Detached
£ 197,497
2 sales · Mean £ 197,497
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SY12 0AJ has low crime rates — 30 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Lakelands Academy
Ellesmere Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- B Hawkins And Son0.2 km
- Co-operative Retail Services Ltd0.2 km
- Ellesmere Newsagents0.2 km
- Premier Local0.2 km
- Stokes Butcher0.8 km
- + 3 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Grange0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Ellesmere Comrades Club0.2 km
- Market Hotel0.2 km
- The Vaults0.2 km
- Red Lion Hotel0.4 km
- Swan Hotel0.2 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
13 nearby- Coral0.2 km
- Ellesmere Rangers Football Club0.6 km
- New Wan Loy0.2 km
- Pizza The Mere0.2 km
- Shropshire Fish Bar0.2 km
- + 8 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco Stores Ltd0.2 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Ellesmere Kebab And Pizza House0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Gobowen9.6 km
- Chirk11.8 km
- Wem13.2 km
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Postcode Profile: SY120AJ · Data under Open Government Licence