Is SY4 4HG a safe place to live?

Yes, SY4 4HG is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 4 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in SY4 4HG?

The average property price in SY4 4HG is currently around £250k.

What is the population of SY4 4HG?

The population for the SY4 4HG area is approximately 250 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Shropshire, West Midlands

BUTLERS BANK, SY4 4HG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BUTLERS BANK, SY4 4HG.

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Population

250

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 49,400 /yr

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Employed

56%

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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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10/10

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8/10

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1/10

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10/10

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3/10

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7/10

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1/10

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8/10

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3/10

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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates SY4 4HG — age 47, 82% ownership, 17% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. 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 4HG is a safe, established residential area on Butlers Bank, 0.2km from Butlersbank in Shropshire. Administratively it sits within Hodnet ward and the North Shropshire constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — 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 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 82% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 4 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £250k.

Census 2021 statistics for SY4 4HG are sourced from Output Area E00147037 (shared with 19 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 4HG. The average age is 46.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.8%

Asian / British Asian0.8%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

56%Active

FT: 42%

Unemployed: 0%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 295,000

2 sales · Mean £ 295,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-11)

SY4 4HG has low crime rates — 4 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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train Transport Links

Train Stations

Yorton8.0 km
Wem9.2 km
Prees12.1 km