SY4 1EL is a mixed residential area located 0.6km from Ensdon in Shropshire. Administratively it sits within Loton ward and the Shrewsbury and Atcham constituency.
For families considering a move, SY4 1EL represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. 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. 66% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Census 2021 statistics for SY4 1EL are sourced from Output Area E00147524 (shared with 16 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SY4 1EL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SY4 1EL.
251
49
£ 44,400 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
SY4 1EL is an established family neighbourhood — 66% owner-occupation and an average age of 49 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. 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 SY4 1EL. The average age is 48.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Shrewsbury9.1 km
- Yorton11.2 km
- Wem15.7 km
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Postcode Profile: SY41EL · Data under Open Government Licence