SY13 1BY is a safe, established residential area on Smallbrook Road, 0.3km from Whitchurch in Whitchurch (Shropshire). Administratively it sits within Whitchurch North ward and the North Shropshire constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, SY13 1BY is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 36% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 21% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £160k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for SY13 1BY are sourced from Output Area E00147159 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SMALLBROOK ROAD, SY13 1BY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SMALLBROOK ROAD, SY13 1BY.
265
44
£ 39,100 /yr
37%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SY13 1BY falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. 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
With 36% social renting, SY13 1BY is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SY13 1BY. The average age is 43.7. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 144,000
4 sales · Mean £ 139,375
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SY13 1BY has low crime rates — 26 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
Whitchurch CofE Junior Academy
Whitchurch CofE Infant and Nursery Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- Morrisons Daily0.2 km
- Red Cow Butchery Whitchurch0.9 km
- Eurogarages Whitchurch By Pass Service Station Spar0.6 km
- Purcell Butchers0.8 km
- Refill Your Boots0.8 km
- + 4 more
Pub, NightClub
10 nearby- Bulls Head0.9 km
- Red Cow Inn0.8 km
- The Black Bear0.8 km
- The Old Town Hall Vaults0.9 km
- Watergate0.9 km
- + 5 more
Restaurant, Cafe
14 nearby- Bauhinia1.0 km
- Benjamin's0.9 km
- Costa0.8 km
- Docket No.330.8 km
- Jones Coffee House1.0 km
- + 9 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Sainsbury's0.9 km
- Aldi0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- Domino's Pizza0.8 km
- Gardiners0.8 km
- Hundred King0.8 km
- Ozan Kebab0.8 km
- Spicy Delight0.8 km
- + 4 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Whitchurch (Shrops)1.7 km
- Prees7.7 km
- Wrenbury8.8 km
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Postcode Profile: SY131BY · Data under Open Government Licence