Postcode Analysis Shropshire, West Midlands

CORVE STREET, SY8 1DX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CORVE STREET, SY8 1DX.

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Population

258

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Avg Age

59

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Avg Income

£ 37,600 /yr

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Employed

37%

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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2/10
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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

SY8 1DX is a mixed residential postcode — average age 59, 63% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

SY8 1DX is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Corve Street, 0.3km from Fishmore in Ludlow. Administratively it sits within Ludlow North ward and the Ludlow constituency.

For families considering a move, SY8 1DX represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — public administration and security with mainly white workforces. Average age 59 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 63% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £168k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for SY8 1DX are sourced from Output Area E00147734 (shared with 67 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 1DX. The average age is 59.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.7%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed2.0%

Economic Activity

37%Active
FT: 22%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 172,000

5 sales · Mean £ 183,200

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

SY8 1DX has low crime rates — 26 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour27
Shoplifting23
Criminal damage and arson18
Violence and sexual offences10
Other theft8

school Local Schools

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Ludlow Church of England School

Good559 pupils0.7 km
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St Laurence CofE Primary School

Good226 pupils0.9 km
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Ludlow Primary School

Good441 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

11 nearby
  • Old Street Tavern0.8 km
  • Rose And Crown0.7 km
  • The Queens0.7 km
  • Blue Boar Inn0.8 km
  • Church Inn0.7 km
  • + 6 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

34 nearby
  • Bistro 7 Of Ludlow0.5 km
  • Chang Thai0.7 km
  • Golden Moments0.8 km
  • Local To Ludlow HQ0.7 km
  • Marmalade Cafe0.7 km
  • + 29 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Spar / Subway0.7 km
  • Aldi0.3 km
  • Tesco Stores Ltd0.5 km
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Takeaway Shop

9 nearby
  • Evergreen Fish Bar & Chinese Takeaway0.7 km
  • Thai Box0.6 km
  • Vaughan's Sandwich Bar0.7 km
  • Crumbs0.7 km
  • Greggs PLC0.7 km
  • + 4 more
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Retailers - Other

20 nearby
  • Applegreen Bromfield Road Service Station0.2 km
  • Broad Bean0.8 km
  • Carter & Kenhards Family Butchers0.7 km
  • D W Wall & Son0.7 km
  • Harp Lane Deli0.7 km
  • + 15 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • The Cliffe At Dinham0.9 km
  • The Feathers Hotel Ludlow0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Ludlow0.5 km
  • Craven Arms11.0 km
  • Broome12.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Ludlow Rail Station0.4 km