Postcode Analysis Shropshire, West Midlands

SY8 1DY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SY8 1DY.

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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

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. SY8 1DY spans multiple life stages — average age 59, moderate ownership and renting. prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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

SY8 1DY is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.3km from Fishmore 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. During the day, public administration and security with mainly white workforces. An established, mature community with an average age of 59 — quiet, long-term residents, low turnover. 63% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 31 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for SY8 1DY 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 1DY. 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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Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.

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

SY8 1DY has low crime rates — 31 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 behaviour25
Shoplifting23
Criminal damage and arson15
Violence and sexual offences9
Other theft7

school Local Schools

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Ludlow Church of England School

Good559 pupils0.6 km
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St Laurence CofE Primary School

Good226 pupils1.0 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 Crown0.8 km
  • The Queens0.8 km
  • Blue Boar Inn0.9 km
  • Church Inn0.7 km
  • + 6 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

34 nearby
  • Bistro 7 Of Ludlow0.6 km
  • Chang Thai0.8 km
  • Golden Moments0.8 km
  • Local To Ludlow HQ0.8 km
  • Marmalade Cafe0.7 km
  • + 29 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Spar / Subway0.8 km
  • Aldi0.4 km
  • Tesco Stores Ltd0.6 km
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Takeaway Shop

9 nearby
  • Evergreen Fish Bar & Chinese Takeaway0.8 km
  • Thai Box0.7 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 & Son0.8 km
  • Harp Lane Deli0.8 km
  • + 15 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • The Cliffe At Dinham0.9 km
  • The Feathers Hotel Ludlow0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Ludlow0.5 km
  • Craven Arms10.9 km
  • Broome12.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Ludlow Rail Station0.4 km