SY2 5AU is a safe, established residential area on Monkmoor Road, 0.5km from Shrewsbury in Shrewsbury. Administratively it sits within Underdale ward and the Shrewsbury and Atcham constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 45, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 67% 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.
Census 2021 statistics for SY2 5AU are sourced from Output Area E00147621 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MONKMOOR ROAD, SY2 5AU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MONKMOOR ROAD, SY2 5AU.
208
45
£ 38,400 /yr
55%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SY2 5AU 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 67% owner-occupation and average age 45, SY2 5AU 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 5AU. The average age is 45.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SY2 5AU 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
Crowmoor Primary School and Nursery
Shrewsbury Cathedral Catholic Primary School and Nursery
The Martin Wilson School
St Giles CofE Primary School
Belvidere School
Severndale Specialist Academy
The Wilfred Owen School
Coleham Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
15 nearby- APLandscaping/Up Cycling1.0 km
- Home Bargains0.6 km
- Morrisons Daily0.7 km
- Pomona1.0 km
- Setonaikai1.0 km
- + 10 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Station Hotel & Bar1.0 km
- Abbey Court Guest House0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
20 nearby- Boujee Lounge1.0 km
- Britannia Inn0.9 km
- Dog And Pheasant0.6 km
- Dun Cow0.5 km
- Press De Cuba@The Dolphin1.0 km
- + 15 more
Restaurant, Cafe
19 nearby- Bird And Beer1.0 km
- River View Cafe1.0 km
- The Peach Tree0.7 km
- The Shed0.8 km
- The Shrewsbury Coffeehouse1.0 km
- + 14 more
Takeaway Shop
23 nearby- Bamboo House0.7 km
- Castle Banquet1.0 km
- Flaming Great0.8 km
- Frydays Fish Bar / Tasty Pizza1.0 km
- Nomad Coffee1.0 km
- + 18 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Asda Stores Ltd0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Shrewsbury0.9 km
- Yorton10.9 km
- Wellington (Shropshire)14.9 km
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Postcode Profile: SY25AU · Data under Open Government Licence