SY7 0BS is a mixed residential area located 0.1km from Invention, New in Shropshire. Administratively it sits within Clun ward and the Ludlow constituency.
For serious buyers, SY7 0BS is a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. Average age 55 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 83% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Property: Prices average £460k.
Census 2021 statistics for SY7 0BS are sourced from Output Area E00147709 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SY7 0BS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SY7 0BS.
167
55
£ 42,400 /yr
59%
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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 83% owner-occupation and an average age of 55, SY7 0BS is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £460k reflects the demand.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SY7 0BS. The average age is 55.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 460,000
1 sales · Mean £ 460,000
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Knighton4.3 km
- Knucklas4.8 km
- Bucknell6.8 km
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Postcode Profile: SY70BS · Data under Open Government Licence