SY9 5DD is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on School Lane, 0.1km from Bishop's Castle in Bishop's Castle. Administratively it sits within Bishop's Castle ward and the Ludlow constituency.
For families considering a move, SY9 5DD represents a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. Outside of residential hours, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 49 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 69% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 39 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for SY9 5DD are sourced from Output Area E00147640 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SCHOOL LANE, SY9 5DD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SCHOOL LANE, SY9 5DD.
223
49
£ 41,200 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. SY9 5DD's 69% ownership and 49-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SY9 5DD. The average age is 49.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SY9 5DD has low crime rates — 39 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
Bishops Castle Primary School
The Community College, Bishop's Castle
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Co-Op0.2 km
- A J Pugh0.2 km
- Spar Petrol Station0.3 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Crown And Anchor Vaults0.1 km
- Kings Head Inn0.2 km
- The Three Tuns Inn0.1 km
- Six Bells0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Kirstys Cafe0.2 km
- The Chai Shop0.2 km
- Food And Friendship0.6 km
- Ganges Balti House0.2 km
- The Happy Bap0.2 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Bishops Castle Delight0.2 km
- Dragons Lair0.2 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Bank House B&B0.1 km
- The Castle Hotel0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Broome10.9 km
- Craven Arms12.2 km
- Hopton Heath12.6 km
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Postcode Profile: SY95DD · Data under Open Government Licence