SY8 1BN is a mixed residential area on Bell Lane, 0.2km from Ludlow in Ludlow. Administratively it sits within Ludlow North ward and the Ludlow constituency.
For families considering a move, SY8 1BN represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. A well-settled, later-life community (average age 61) — very low tenant turnover, high ownership, and a quiet residential character. 58% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 77 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £352k, down 3.1% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for SY8 1BN are sourced from Output Area E00147731 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BELL LANE, SY8 1BN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BELL LANE, SY8 1BN.
205
61
£ 37,600 /yr
35%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SY8 1BN represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates SY8 1BN — age 61, 58% ownership, 33% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Young average age (61) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential. Property prices are trending down 3.1% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SY8 1BN. The average age is 60.6. 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 and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 284,000
18 sales · Mean £ 304,969
Semi-Detached
£ 305,000
3 sales · Mean £ 335,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around SY8 1BN is moderate at 77 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 Arms0.4 km
- Wheatsheaf Inn0.2 km
- Old Street Tavern0.2 km
- Rose And Crown0.2 km
- The Queens0.4 km
- + 8 more
Restaurant, Cafe
34 nearby- Bistro 7 Of Ludlow0.4 km
- Chang Thai0.1 km
- Golden Moments0.1 km
- Local To Ludlow HQ0.2 km
- Marmalade Cafe0.3 km
- + 29 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Spar / Subway0.1 km
- Aldi0.6 km
- Tesco Stores Ltd0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- Evergreen Fish Bar & Chinese Takeaway0.2 km
- Thai Box0.4 km
- Vaughan's Sandwich Bar0.2 km
- Crumbs0.3 km
- Greggs PLC0.2 km
- + 4 more
Retailers - Other
19 nearby- Applegreen Bromfield Road Service Station1.0 km
- Broad Bean0.1 km
- Carter & Kenhards Family Butchers0.2 km
- D W Wall & Son0.2 km
- Harp Lane Deli0.2 km
- + 14 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- The Cliffe At Dinham0.6 km
- The Feathers Hotel Ludlow0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Ludlow0.6 km
- Craven Arms11.6 km
- Broome12.9 km
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Postcode Profile: SY81BN · Data under Open Government Licence