SY4 5YB is a safe, established residential area on Creamore Corner, 0.5km from Shrubbery Gardens in Wem. Administratively it sits within Wem 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 — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 89% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £266k, up 42.6% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for SY4 5YB are sourced from Output Area E00187281 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CREAMORE CORNER, SY4 5YB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CREAMORE CORNER, SY4 5YB.
487
44
£ 38,100 /yr
44%
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
No single demographic signal dominates SY4 5YB — age 44, 89% ownership, 9% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 42.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SY4 5YB. 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
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 220,000
6 sales · Mean £ 248,500
Flat
£ 128,000
1 sales · Mean £ 128,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SY4 5YB has low crime rates — 13 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
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Co-Op1.0 km
- Sweets & Treats0.9 km
- The Fruitful Deli1.0 km
- The Pastry Box1.0 km
- Dedman's Stores Ltd0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Pearl Dragon1.0 km
- The New Maltings Cafe0.9 km
- Wem's Truly Scrumptious Catering Company1.0 km
- Aspens Services @ Thomas Adams School1.0 km
- Chicos Mediterranean Express0.8 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Castle Hotel0.9 km
- Hawkestone Arms0.6 km
- Old Post Office1.0 km
- White Lion Inn0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Fry-Days0.9 km
- Jade House Takeaway0.9 km
- Wems Kitchen1.0 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Aston Lodge B&B0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Wem0.8 km
- Prees4.5 km
- Yorton6.2 km
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Postcode Profile: SY45YB · Data under Open Government Licence