SY5 0BT is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Malehurst Bank, 0.4km from Malehurst in Shropshire. Administratively it sits within Longden ward and the Shrewsbury and Atcham constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in SY5, SY5 0BT offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. With an average age of 50, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 86% 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 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £330k.
Census 2021 statistics for SY5 0BT are sourced from Output Area E00147559 (shared with 19 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MALEHURST BANK, SY5 0BT House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MALEHURST BANK, SY5 0BT.
291
50
£ 43,700 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
SY5 0BT is a mixed residential postcode — average age 50, 86% 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SY5 0BT. The average age is 49.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 330,000
1 sales · Mean £ 330,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SY5 0BT has low crime rates — 11 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.
school Local Schools
Pontesbury CofE Primary School
Mary Webb School and Science College
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Horseshoe Inn0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Shrewsbury12.7 km
- Church Stretton14.3 km
- Welshpool16.0 km
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Postcode Profile: SY50BT · Data under Open Government Licence