SY8 1BJ is a mixed residential area on Silk Mill Lane, 0.3km from Ludlow in Ludlow. Administratively it sits within Ludlow North ward and the Ludlow constituency.
For families considering a move, SY8 1BJ represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 62 average age marks this as a deeply established neighbourhood — expect quiet streets, long-term homeowners, and strong community continuity. 69% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 72 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.
Census 2021 statistics for SY8 1BJ are sourced from Output Area E00147730 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SILK MILL LANE, SY8 1BJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SILK MILL LANE, SY8 1BJ.
198
62
£ 37,600 /yr
32%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SY8 1BJ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
Average age 62, 69% owned. SY8 1BJ is quintessential settled, mature residential territory — long-term residents, quiet streets, minimal rental churn. Moderate crime is broadly acceptable given the residential nature here (avg age: 62).
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SY8 1BJ. The average age is 62.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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 1BJ is moderate at 72 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
St Laurence CofE Primary School
Ludlow Primary School
Ludlow Church of England School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
13 nearby- The Charlton Arms0.3 km
- Wheatsheaf Inn0.2 km
- Old Street Tavern0.3 km
- Rose And Crown0.3 km
- The Queens0.5 km
- + 8 more
Restaurant, Cafe
31 nearby- Bistro 7 Of Ludlow0.5 km
- Chang Thai0.3 km
- Golden Moments0.3 km
- Local To Ludlow HQ0.3 km
- Marmalade Cafe0.4 km
- + 26 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Spar / Subway0.3 km
- Aldi0.7 km
- Tesco Stores Ltd0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- Evergreen Fish Bar & Chinese Takeaway0.4 km
- Thai Box0.5 km
- Vaughan's Sandwich Bar0.4 km
- Crumbs0.4 km
- Greggs PLC0.4 km
- + 4 more
Retailers - Other
16 nearby- Broad Bean0.3 km
- Carter & Kenhards Family Butchers0.4 km
- D W Wall & Son0.3 km
- Harp Lane Deli0.3 km
- One Stop0.4 km
- + 11 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- The Cliffe At Dinham0.6 km
- The Feathers Hotel Ludlow0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Ludlow0.7 km
- Craven Arms11.7 km
- Broome13.0 km
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Postcode Profile: SY81BJ · Data under Open Government Licence