SY4 5HY is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Soulton Crescent, 0.6km from Wem in Wem. Administratively it sits within Wem ward and the North Shropshire constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a town fringe countryside zone — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. Residents average 53 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 88% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £241k.
Census 2021 statistics for SY4 5HY are sourced from Output Area E00147115 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SOULTON CRESCENT, SY4 5HY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SOULTON CRESCENT, SY4 5HY.
300
53
£ 38,100 /yr
38%
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 5HY is a mixed residential postcode — average age 53, 88% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £241k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SY4 5HY. The average age is 52.8. 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, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 165,000
7 sales · Mean £ 198,850
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SY4 5HY has low crime rates — 22 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
St Peter's CofE Primary School
The Thomas Adams School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Like Mama Used To Make0.8 km
- The Warbling Tit0.9 km
- Pearl Dragon0.9 km
- The New Maltings Cafe0.9 km
- Wem's Truly Scrumptious Catering Company0.9 km
- + 5 more
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Co-Op0.7 km
- Sweets & Treats0.8 km
- The Fruitful Deli0.8 km
- The Pastry Box0.9 km
- Dedman's Stores Ltd0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Castle Hotel0.8 km
- Hawkestone Arms0.8 km
- Old Post Office0.9 km
- White Lion Inn0.8 km
- United Services (Wem) Club Ltd0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Fry-Days0.7 km
- Jade House Takeaway0.8 km
- Wems Kitchen0.9 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Aston Lodge B&B0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Wem0.5 km
- Prees5.0 km
- Yorton5.6 km
Bus Stops
- Wem Rail Station0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: SY45HY · Data under Open Government Licence