SY2 5BL is a safe, established residential area on Monkmoor Road, 0.3km from Underdale in Shrewsbury. Administratively it sits within Underdale ward and the Shrewsbury and Atcham constituency.
For families considering a move, SY2 5BL represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. 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 46 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 61% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 36 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £295k.
Census 2021 statistics for SY2 5BL are sourced from Output Area E00147617 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MONKMOOR ROAD, SY2 5BL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MONKMOOR ROAD, SY2 5BL.
221
46
£ 38,400 /yr
56%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SY2 5BL represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 61% owner-occupation and average age 46, SY2 5BL has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SY2 5BL. The average age is 45.7. 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 and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 295,000
1 sales · Mean £ 295,000
Semi-Detached
£ 222,000
1 sales · Mean £ 222,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SY2 5BL has low crime rates — 36 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
Crowmoor Primary School and Nursery
Severndale Specialist Academy
The Wilfred Owen School
Shrewsbury Cathedral Catholic Primary School and Nursery
The Martin Wilson School
Belvidere School
Belvidere Primary School
St Giles CofE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- A K Convenience0.6 km
- Border Off Licence0.7 km
- KK Monkmoor Convenience Stores0.7 km
- Co-Op Food0.2 km
- Morrisons Daily0.9 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Hartlands Rest Home1.0 km
- Weir Cafe0.7 km
- Tin Cup Coffee0.9 km
- Anatolia Cafe Restaurant0.2 km
- Tandoori Cottage0.2 km
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- China House0.6 km
- Crowmere Fryer0.6 km
- Monkmoor Fish Bar0.7 km
- Bamboo House1.0 km
- Tim Tim0.9 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Monkmoor Hotel0.2 km
- The Abbey0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Shrewsbury1.3 km
- Yorton10.5 km
- Wellington (Shropshire)14.5 km
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Postcode Profile: SY25BL · Data under Open Government Licence