Postcode Analysis Shropshire, West Midlands

FIR GROVE, SY11 2RA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FIR GROVE, SY11 2RA.

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Population

375

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 39,800 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SY11 2RA falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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3/10
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8/10
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5/10
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8/10
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7/10
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2/10
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1/10
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4/10
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1/10
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Area Character

SY11 2RA is an established family neighbourhood — 58% owner-occupation and an average age of 38 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.

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

SY11 2RA is a mixed residential area on Fir Grove, 0.8km from Coney Green in Oswestry. Administratively it sits within Oswestry East ward and the North Shropshire constituency.

For families considering a move, SY11 2RA represents these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 58% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 57 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £125k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for SY11 2RA are sourced from Output Area E00147196 (shared with 8 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 2RA. The average age is 37.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.6%
Asian / British Asian1.3%
Black / African / Caribbean1.1%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 125,000

1 sales · Mean £ 125,000

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

Crime around SY11 2RA is moderate at 57 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences83
Anti-social behaviour28
Other theft25
Shoplifting19
Criminal damage and arson17

school Local Schools

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Holy Trinity Church of England Primary Academy and Nursery

Requires Improvement276 pupils0.6 km
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The Marches School

Good1443 pupils1.1 km
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Our Lady and St Oswald's Catholic Primary School

Good131 pupils1.1 km
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Woodside Primary School

Good644 pupils1.4 km
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The Meadows Primary School

Good275 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

14 nearby
  • The Kings Head0.9 km
  • The Old Vaults0.9 km
  • Red Lion Inn1.0 km
  • The Fox Inn0.9 km
  • The Golden Lion0.9 km
  • + 9 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

33 nearby
  • Amber's Pizza0.9 km
  • Costa0.9 km
  • Salop Road Fish Bar0.7 km
  • Simla Tandoori Restaurant0.9 km
  • Square One Oswestry0.8 km
  • + 28 more
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Supermarkets

7 nearby
  • Co-Op Late Shop0.6 km
  • Heron Foods0.8 km
  • Morrisons0.5 km
  • Aldi0.9 km
  • Aldi0.2 km
  • + 2 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

13 nearby
  • Jolly Garden0.8 km
  • Kwang Tung0.9 km
  • Chicos0.9 km
  • Grill Out0.9 km
  • Lucky Star Chinese Takeaway0.8 km
  • + 8 more
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Retailers - Other

28 nearby
  • Applegreen Croesoswallt0.3 km
  • Eastern European Food Stores Ela's Deli0.9 km
  • Euro Mini Market1.0 km
  • Grape Tree0.9 km
  • Honeysuckle Wholefoods0.9 km
  • + 23 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Chilton House Bed & Breakfast0.5 km
  • The Wynnstay Hotel0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Gobowen4.4 km
  • Chirk8.9 km
  • Ruabon14.8 km