Is SY5 0AF a safe place to live?

Yes, SY5 0AF is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 23 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in SY5 0AF?

The average property price in SY5 0AF is currently around £168k.

What is the population of SY5 0AF?

The population for the SY5 0AF area is approximately 391 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Shropshire, West Midlands

FURLONG COTTAGES, SY5 0AF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FURLONG COTTAGES, SY5 0AF.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

391

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 43,700 /yr

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Employed

55%

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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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5/10

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7/10

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1/10

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10/10

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5/10

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4/10

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1/10

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5/10

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8/10

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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. SY5 0AF's 61% ownership and 41-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SY5 0AF is a safe, established residential area on Furlong Cottages, 0.3km from Minsterley in Minsterley. Administratively it sits within Rea Valley ward and the Shrewsbury and Atcham constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. During the day, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. A balanced community with an average age of 41 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 61% 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. Property: With prices averaging £168k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for SY5 0AF are sourced from Output Area E00147552 (shared with 18 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 SY5 0AF. The average age is 41.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.0%

Asian / British Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed1.0%

Economic Activity

55%Active

FT: 40%

Unemployed: 1%

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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 168,000

1 sales · Mean £ 168,000

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

SY5 0AF has low crime rates — 23 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 offences14

Anti-social behaviour12

Criminal damage and arson6

Other theft2

Public order1

school Local Schools

Minsterley Primary School

Good146 pupils0.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby

Holy Trinity Minsterley Church @ Minsterley Village Hall0.9 km
Hope Village Hall0.2 km

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby

Flower Shop0.4 km
Smith's Of Minsterley0.3 km
Co-Operative Group Limited0.4 km

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

Crown And Sceptre0.3 km

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby

Little Efes0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Church Stretton14.4 km
Shrewsbury14.4 km
Welshpool14.5 km