SY3 0DS is a sought-after residential area on Fox Close, 0.6km from Baystonhill 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 0DS offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 49, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 79% 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 7 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £175k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 3.8% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for SY3 0DS are sourced from Output Area E00147345 (shared with 25 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FOX CLOSE, SY3 0DS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FOX CLOSE, SY3 0DS.
292
49
£ 45,700 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SY3 0DS 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
SY3 0DS is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £175k, 79% 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. Property prices are trending up 3.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SY3 0DS. The average age is 48.6. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 185,000
3 sales · Mean £ 170,000
Terraced
£ 168,500
4 sales · Mean £ 162,375
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SY3 0DS has low crime rates — 7 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
Oakmeadow Church of England Primary and Nursery School
Meole Brace Church of England Primary and Nursery
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Dobbies0.7 km
- Daisy & Tilly's Shop On The Hill0.2 km
- Bayston Hill Food And Booze0.8 km
- Spar0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Three Fishes Inn0.1 km
- Compasses0.1 km
- The Beeches0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Burger King0.7 km
- Starbucks0.7 km
- Subway0.7 km
- Star Kitchen0.2 km
- Atlantic Fish Bar0.8 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Greggs0.7 km
- Hong Kong City0.1 km
- Mahim Indian Takeaway0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Shrewsbury4.1 km
- Yorton15.0 km
- Church Stretton15.7 km
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Postcode Profile: SY30DS · Data under Open Government Licence