SY2 5AR is a safe, established residential area on Monkmoor Road, 0.4km from Shrewsbury in Shrewsbury. Administratively it sits within Underdale ward and the Shrewsbury and Atcham constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a classic working-class terrace area — densely packed streets, low ethnic diversity. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 39 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 61% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for SY2 5AR are sourced from Output Area E00147623 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MONKMOOR ROAD, SY2 5AR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MONKMOOR ROAD, SY2 5AR.
271
39
£ 38,400 /yr
56%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SY2 5AR represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 61% owner-occupation and average age 39, SY2 5AR has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SY2 5AR. The average age is 39.5. 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.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SY2 5AR has low crime rates — 28 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
Crowmoor Primary School and Nursery
The Martin Wilson School
Shrewsbury Cathedral Catholic Primary School and Nursery
Coleham Primary School
St Giles CofE Primary School
Belvidere School
Severndale Specialist Academy
The Wilfred Owen School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
22 nearby- APLandscaping/Up Cycling0.9 km
- Grayfriars Chocolate1.0 km
- Home Bargains0.4 km
- Morrisons Daily0.7 km
- Pomona0.9 km
- + 17 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
4 nearby- Darwins Town House0.9 km
- Station Hotel & Bar0.9 km
- Abbots Mead Hotel0.9 km
- Abbey Court Guest House0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
28 nearby- Boujee Lounge0.9 km
- Britannia Inn0.9 km
- Dog And Pheasant0.6 km
- Dun Cow0.4 km
- House Of Grain0.9 km
- + 23 more
Restaurant, Cafe
40 nearby- Cafe On The Cop0.9 km
- Bird And Beer0.9 km
- River View Cafe0.9 km
- The Peach Tree0.6 km
- The Shed0.6 km
- + 35 more
Takeaway Shop
24 nearby- Bamboo House0.8 km
- Castle Banquet0.9 km
- Flaming Great0.6 km
- Frydays Fish Bar / Tasty Pizza0.9 km
- Nomad Coffee0.8 km
- + 19 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Asda Stores Ltd0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Shrewsbury0.8 km
- Yorton11.0 km
- Wellington (Shropshire)15.0 km
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Postcode Profile: SY25AR · Data under Open Government Licence