Is SY4 1DR a safe place to live?

Yes, SY4 1DR is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 7 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in SY4 1DR?

The average property price in SY4 1DR is currently around £254k.

What is the population of SY4 1DR?

The population for the SY4 1DR area is approximately 476 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Shropshire, West Midlands

SANDHURST WAY, SY4 1DR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SANDHURST WAY, SY4 1DR.

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Population

476

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 44,400 /yr

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Employed

59%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: SY4 1DR is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. 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.

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10/10

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9/10

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1/10

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9/10

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3/10

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8/10

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1/10

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7/10

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3/10

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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. SY4 1DR spans multiple life stages — average age 44, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

SY4 1DR is a safe, established residential area on Sandhurst Way, 0.2km from Nesscliffe in Shropshire. Administratively it sits within Loton ward and the Shrewsbury and Atcham constituency.

For families considering a move, SY4 1DR represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 79% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 7 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £254k.

Census 2021 statistics for SY4 1DR are sourced from Output Area E00147521 (shared with 22 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 SY4 1DR. The average age is 43.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.3%

Asian / British Asian0.6%

Black / African / Caribbean0.2%

Other / Mixed0.8%

Economic Activity

59%Active

FT: 42%

Unemployed: 2%

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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 245,997

24 sales · Mean £ 264,568

Semi-Detached

£ 185,000

6 sales · Mean £ 193,916

Terraced

£ 102,598

3 sales · Mean £ 102,598

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

SY4 1DR has low crime rates — 7 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences4

Criminal damage and arson1

Vehicle crime1

school Local Schools

St Andrew's CofE Primary School

Good67 pupils0.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby

DM Brisbourne Farm Shop0.9 km
Nesscliffe Service Station0.3 km
Nesscliffe Services0.4 km

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

The Old Three Pigeons0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Yorton13.1 km
Shrewsbury13.2 km
Gobowen15.9 km