SY9 5AA is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Church Street, 0.3km from Bishop's Castle in Bishop's Castle. Administratively it sits within Bishop's Castle ward and the Ludlow constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in SY9, SY9 5AA offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. With an average age of 51, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 72% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 36 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £311k.
Census 2021 statistics for SY9 5AA are sourced from Output Area E00147642 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CHURCH STREET, SY9 5AA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHURCH STREET, SY9 5AA.
303
51
£ 41,200 /yr
41%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SY9 5AA falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
SY9 5AA is a mixed residential postcode — average age 51, 72% 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SY9 5AA. The average age is 50.8. 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, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 315,000
5 sales · Mean £ 356,500
Semi-Detached
£ 300,000
1 sales · Mean £ 300,000
Terraced
£ 160,000
3 sales · Mean £ 200,833
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SY9 5AA has low crime rates — 36 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
The Community College, Bishop's Castle
Bishops Castle Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Co-Op0.2 km
- A J Pugh0.2 km
- Spar Petrol Station0.0 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Crown And Anchor Vaults0.3 km
- Kings Head Inn0.2 km
- The Three Tuns Inn0.4 km
- Six Bells0.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Kirstys Cafe0.2 km
- The Chai Shop0.3 km
- Food And Friendship0.3 km
- Ganges Balti House0.4 km
- The Happy Bap0.3 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Bishops Castle Delight0.4 km
- Dragons Lair0.4 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Bank House B&B0.3 km
- The Castle Hotel0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Broome10.8 km
- Craven Arms12.2 km
- Hopton Heath12.4 km
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Postcode Profile: SY95AA · Data under Open Government Licence