Postcode Analysis Shropshire, West Midlands

SY3 0AF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SY3 0AF.

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Population

267

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 45,700 /yr

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Employed

44%

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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9/10
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9/10
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5/10
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4/10
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4/10
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6/10
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1/10
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10/10
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9/10
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Area Character

SY3 0AF is a premium owner-occupier postcode — 92% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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

SY3 0AF is a sought-after residential area located 0.5km from Pulley, Upper in Bayston Hill. Administratively it sits within Bayston Hill, Column and Sutton ward and the Shrewsbury and Atcham constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in SY3, SY3 0AF offers a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 92% 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 8 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 SY3 0AF are sourced from Output Area E00147334 (shared with 7 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 SY3 0AF. The average age is 45.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.7%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed3.0%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

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

SY3 0AF has low crime rates — 8 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.

Violence and sexual offences9
Anti-social behaviour4
Criminal damage and arson1
Bicycle theft1
Other crime1

school Local Schools

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Oakmeadow Church of England Primary and Nursery School

Good486 pupils0.6 km
P

Meole Brace Church of England Primary and Nursery

Good449 pupils1.2 km
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Meole Brace School

Good1294 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Beeches0.7 km
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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Dobbies0.9 km
  • Bayston Hill Food And Booze0.6 km
  • Spar0.6 km
  • Crystals Cupcakes0.8 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

6 nearby
  • Burger King0.9 km
  • Starbucks0.9 km
  • Subway0.9 km
  • Atlantic Fish Bar0.6 km
  • Girly Girlz Salon0.6 km
  • + 1 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Greggs0.9 km
  • Mahim Indian Takeaway0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Shrewsbury3.9 km
  • Yorton14.6 km
  • Church Stretton16.1 km