Is SY5 0AT a safe place to live?

Yes, SY5 0AT is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 34 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in SY5 0AT?

The average property price in SY5 0AT is currently around £220k.

What is the population of SY5 0AT?

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

Postcode Analysis Shropshire, West Midlands

ALDER DRIVE, SY5 0AT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ALDER DRIVE, SY5 0AT.

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

SY5 0AT is an established family neighbourhood — 61% owner-occupation and an average age of 41 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

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

For families considering a move, SY5 0AT represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. The 41 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 34 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £220k.

Census 2021 statistics for SY5 0AT 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 0AT. 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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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 153,750

6 sales · Mean £ 158,916

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

SY5 0AT has low crime rates — 34 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 offences25

Anti-social behaviour14

Criminal damage and arson8

Other theft5

Public order4

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 Hall0.5 km

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby

Flower Shop0.2 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

Shrewsbury14.0 km
Church Stretton14.0 km
Welshpool15.0 km