Postcode Analysis Shropshire, West Midlands

MOUNT DRIVE, SY11 1BG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MOUNT DRIVE, SY11 1BG.

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Population

269

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Avg Age

57

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Avg Income

£ 43,100 /yr

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Employed

40%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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5/10
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8/10
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5/10
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2/10
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2/10
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7/10
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1/10
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10/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Average age 57, 97% owned. SY11 1BG is quintessential settled, mature residential territory — long-term residents, quiet streets, minimal rental churn. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £418k reflects the demand. Property prices are trending down 56.1% year-on-year.

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

SY11 1BG is a sought-after residential area on Mount Drive, 0.5km from Oswestry in Oswestry. Administratively it sits within Oswestry West ward and the North Shropshire constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in SY11, SY11 1BG offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 57 average age marks this as a deeply established neighbourhood — expect quiet streets, long-term homeowners, and strong community continuity. 97% 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 42 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £418k, down 56.1% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for SY11 1BG are sourced from Output Area E00147248 (shared with 6 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 SY11 1BG. The average age is 57.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.3%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

40%Active
FT: 23%
Unemployed: 3%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 299,000

3 sales · Mean £ 312,666

Detached

£ 601,250

2 sales · Mean £ 601,250

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

SY11 1BG has low crime rates — 42 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour66
Violence and sexual offences64
Public order17
Criminal damage and arson12
Other theft10

school Local Schools

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Our Lady and St Oswald's Catholic Primary School

Good131 pupils0.6 km
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Woodside Primary School

Good644 pupils0.8 km
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The Marches School

Good1443 pupils1.0 km
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Holy Trinity Church of England Primary Academy and Nursery

Requires Improvement276 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

18 nearby
  • The Kings Head0.5 km
  • The Old Vaults0.5 km
  • Butchers Arms0.4 km
  • Railway Inn0.7 km
  • Red Lion Inn0.5 km
  • + 13 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

40 nearby
  • Amber's Pizza0.6 km
  • Costa0.5 km
  • Kinokriminalitat Ltd0.4 km
  • OsNosh0.2 km
  • Salop Road Fish Bar0.8 km
  • + 35 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Co-Op Late Shop0.9 km
  • Heron Foods0.6 km
  • Aldi0.7 km
  • Home Bargains0.5 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

15 nearby
  • Jolly Garden0.6 km
  • Kwang Tung0.6 km
  • Oswestry Tandoori0.7 km
  • Chicos0.6 km
  • Grill Out0.5 km
  • + 10 more
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Retailers - Other

30 nearby
  • M Battams General Butchers0.7 km
  • Eastern European Food Stores Ela's Deli0.6 km
  • Euro Mini Market0.5 km
  • Grape Tree0.5 km
  • Honeysuckle Wholefoods0.6 km
  • + 25 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Chilton House Bed & Breakfast1.0 km
  • The Wynnstay Hotel0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Gobowen4.0 km
  • Chirk7.9 km
  • Ruabon14.0 km