What is the population of SY15 6BY?

The population for the SY15 6BY area is approximately 323 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Shropshire, West Midlands

MIDDLETON, SY15 6BY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MIDDLETON, SY15 6BY.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · updated monthly (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

323

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 41,200 /yr

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Employed

47%

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.

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10/10

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8/10

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1/10

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7/10

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4/10

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6/10

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1/10

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6/10

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4/10

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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 65% owner-occupation and average age 49, SY15 6BY has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SY15 6BY is a mixed residential area on Middleton, 0.1km from Middleton in Shropshire. Administratively it sits within Chirbury and Worthen ward and the Ludlow constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 49, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 65% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Census 2021 statistics for SY15 6BY are sourced from Output Area E00147669 (shared with 14 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 SY15 6BY. 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

White / British97.5%

Asian / British Asian0.3%

Black / African / Caribbean1.2%

Other / Mixed0.9%

Economic Activity

47%Active

FT: 31%

Unemployed: 1%

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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.

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train Transport Links

Train Stations

Welshpool10.9 km
Church Stretton16.6 km