SY15 6AS is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.1km from Churchstoke in Churchstoke. Administratively it sits within Churchstoke ward and the Montgomeryshire constituency.
For families considering a move, SY15 6AS represents a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. Average age 55 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 83% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 7 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for SY15 6AS are sourced from Output Area W00002315 (shared with 17 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SY15 6AS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SY15 6AS.
353
55
£ 38,800 /yr
41%
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
SY15 6AS is a settled retirement community — average age 55, 83% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. With prices and low crime, this is a premium retirement postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SY15 6AS. The average age is 55.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SY15 6AS has low crime rates — 7 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Archie Lilys Butchery & Delicatessen0.7 km
- Archie Lilys Butchery & Delicatessen0.7 km
- Mid Counties Co-operative Foodstore0.7 km
- Mid Counties Co-operative Foodstore0.7 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Oakley Bed & Breakfast0.8 km
- Oakley Bed & Breakfast0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Archie Lilys Cafe Ltd0.7 km
- Archie Lilys Cafe Ltd0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Golden Fish Takeaway0.2 km
- Golden Fish Takeaway0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Welshpool13.9 km
- Newtown (Powys)16.4 km
- Broome18.3 km
Bus Stops
- Old School House0.1 km
- Old School House0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: SY156AS · Data under Open Government Licence