Is SY5 0BW a safe place to live?

Yes, SY5 0BW is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 24 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in SY5 0BW?

The average property price in SY5 0BW is currently around £248k.

What is the population of SY5 0BW?

The population for the SY5 0BW area is approximately 480 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Shropshire, West Midlands

SY5 0BW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SY5 0BW.

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Population

480

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 43,700 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SY5 0BW falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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7/10

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9/10

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1/10

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6/10

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3/10

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3/10

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1/10

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5/10

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4/10

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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 59% owner-occupation and average age 41, SY5 0BW has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending up 83.7% year-on-year.

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

SY5 0BW is a safe, established residential area located 0.0km from Little Minsterley in Minsterley. Administratively it sits within Rea Valley ward and the Shrewsbury and Atcham constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 59% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £248k, up 83.7% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for SY5 0BW are sourced from Output Area E00147554 (shared with 10 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 0BW. The average age is 40.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.8%

Asian / British Asian0.2%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

47%Active

FT: 28%

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

Detached

£ 468,000

1 sales · Mean £ 468,000

Semi-Detached

£ 175,000

3 sales · Mean £ 169,333

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

SY5 0BW has low crime rates — 24 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 offences12

Anti-social behaviour7

Criminal damage and arson6

Public order3

Other theft3

school Local Schools

Minsterley Primary School

Good146 pupils0.7 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby

Flower Shop0.5 km
Smith's Of Minsterley0.6 km
Co-Operative Group Limited0.7 km

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

Crown And Sceptre0.6 km

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby

Little Efes0.6 km

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby

Hope Village Hall0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Shrewsbury13.8 km
Church Stretton14.0 km
Welshpool15.3 km