SY11 4DP is a safe, established residential area on Penybryn Crescent, 1.4km from Babbinswood in Whittington (Shropshire). Administratively it sits within Whittington ward and the North Shropshire constituency.
For families considering a move, SY11 4DP represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 45 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 76% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 9 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for SY11 4DP are sourced from Output Area E00147300 (shared with 23 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PENYBRYN CRESCENT, SY11 4DP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PENYBRYN CRESCENT, SY11 4DP.
399
45
£ 45,500 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: 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.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates SY11 4DP — age 45, 76% ownership, 20% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. 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 SY11 4DP. The average age is 45.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SY11 4DP has low crime rates — 9 incidents 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.
school Local Schools
Whittington CofE (VA) Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The White Lion Hotel0.5 km
- Ye Olde Boote Inn0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Castle Teas0.5 km
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Three Trees Premier Stores0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Whittington's0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Gobowen3.1 km
- Chirk7.7 km
- Ruabon12.6 km
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Postcode Profile: SY114DP · Data under Open Government Licence