Postcode Analysis Shropshire, West Midlands

ARDEN CLOSE, SY4 5LX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ARDEN CLOSE, SY4 5LX.

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Population

487

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 38,100 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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8/10
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10/10
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2/10
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6/10
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3/10
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5/10
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4/10
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9/10
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9/10
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Area Character

SY4 5LX is a mixed residential postcode — average age 44, 89% 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.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SY4 5LX is a safe, established residential area on Arden Close, 0.4km from Shrubbery Gardens in Wem. Administratively it sits within Wem ward and the North Shropshire constituency.

For families considering a move, SY4 5LX represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 89% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £177k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for SY4 5LX are sourced from Output Area E00187281 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SY4 5LX. The average age is 43.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.5%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean1.2%
Other / Mixed0.8%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 187,500

3 sales · Mean £ 210,833

Semi-Detached

£ 163,000

2 sales · Mean £ 163,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

SY4 5LX has low crime rates — 12 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences20
Anti-social behaviour10
Criminal damage and arson5
Burglary4
Public order2

school Local Schools

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St Peter's CofE Primary School

Good435 pupils0.4 km
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The Thomas Adams School

Good1221 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • The Dickin Arms1.0 km
  • Castle Hotel0.8 km
  • Hawkestone Arms0.5 km
  • Old Post Office0.9 km
  • White Lion Inn0.7 km
  • + 1 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

11 nearby
  • Like Mama Used To Make0.9 km
  • The Warbling Tit0.9 km
  • Pearl Dragon0.9 km
  • The New Maltings Cafe0.8 km
  • Wem's Truly Scrumptious Catering Company0.9 km
  • + 6 more
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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • Co-Op0.8 km
  • Sweets & Treats0.8 km
  • The Fruitful Deli0.8 km
  • The Pastry Box0.9 km
  • Dedman's Stores Ltd0.3 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Fry-Days0.8 km
  • Jade House Takeaway0.8 km
  • Wems Kitchen0.9 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Aston Lodge B&B0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Wem0.5 km
  • Prees4.7 km
  • Yorton5.9 km