Postcode Analysis Shropshire, West Midlands

KING STREET, SY8 1AQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for KING STREET, SY8 1AQ.

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Population

237

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Avg Age

61

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Avg Income

£ 37,600 /yr

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Employed

30%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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2/10
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2/10
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4/10
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1/10
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5/10
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5/10
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5/10
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6/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 66% owner-occupation and an average age of 61, SY8 1AQ is established retirement territory. Moderate crime is broadly acceptable given the residential nature here (avg age: 61).

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

SY8 1AQ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on King Street, 0.0km from Ludlow in Ludlow. Administratively it sits within Ludlow North ward and the Ludlow constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — traditional retail areas with professional services and self-employed, often in market towns and higher status areas. Average age 61 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 66% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 88 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.

Census 2021 statistics for SY8 1AQ are sourced from Output Area E00147737 (shared with 19 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 SY8 1AQ. The average age is 61.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.4%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed1.7%

Economic Activity

30%Active
FT: 18%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.

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

Crime around SY8 1AQ is moderate at 88 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 offences61
Anti-social behaviour57
Criminal damage and arson42
Shoplifting33
Other theft24

school Local Schools

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St Laurence CofE Primary School

Good226 pupils0.4 km
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Ludlow Primary School

Good441 pupils1.2 km
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Ludlow Church of England School

Good559 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

13 nearby
  • The Charlton Arms0.6 km
  • Wheatsheaf Inn0.4 km
  • Old Street Tavern0.1 km
  • Rose And Crown0.1 km
  • The Queens0.2 km
  • + 8 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

35 nearby
  • Bistro 7 Of Ludlow0.2 km
  • Chang Thai0.1 km
  • Golden Moments0.1 km
  • Local To Ludlow HQ0.1 km
  • Marmalade Cafe0.1 km
  • + 30 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Spar / Subway0.2 km
  • Aldi0.4 km
  • Tesco Stores Ltd0.2 km
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Takeaway Shop

9 nearby
  • Evergreen Fish Bar & Chinese Takeaway0.1 km
  • Thai Box0.2 km
  • Vaughan's Sandwich Bar0.0 km
  • Crumbs0.1 km
  • Greggs PLC0.0 km
  • + 4 more
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Retailers - Other

20 nearby
  • Applegreen Bromfield Road Service Station0.8 km
  • Broad Bean0.1 km
  • Carter & Kenhards Family Butchers0.0 km
  • D W Wall & Son0.1 km
  • Harp Lane Deli0.1 km
  • + 15 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • The Cliffe At Dinham0.6 km
  • The Feathers Hotel Ludlow0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Ludlow0.4 km
  • Craven Arms11.5 km
  • Broome12.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Ludlow Rail Station0.4 km