SY3 0BN is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Yewtree Cottage, 0.3km from Great Lyth in Shropshire. Administratively it sits within Longden ward and the Shrewsbury and Atcham constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in SY3, SY3 0BN offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 48, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 91% 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 3 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £415k, up 4.2% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for SY3 0BN are sourced from Output Area E00147448 (shared with 22 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
YEWTREE COTTAGE, SY3 0BN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for YEWTREE COTTAGE, SY3 0BN.
317
48
£ 43,700 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SY3 0BN is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
SY3 0BN is a mixed residential postcode — average age 48, 91% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 4.2% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SY3 0BN. The average age is 48.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 415,000
3 sales · Mean £ 420,833
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-12)
SY3 0BN has low crime rates — 3 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are public order and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Shrewsbury6.6 km
- Church Stretton13.7 km
- Yorton17.1 km
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Postcode Profile: SY30BN · Data under Open Government Licence