SY5 0AX is a safe, established residential area on Briar Close, 0.2km from Little Minsterley in Minsterley. Administratively it sits within Rea Valley ward and the Shrewsbury and Atcham constituency.
For families considering a move, SY5 0AX represents a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. By day, the area transitions to a town fringe countryside character: mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. An average age of 41 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 59% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 34 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £139k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 17.1% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for SY5 0AX are sourced from Output Area E00147554 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BRIAR CLOSE, SY5 0AX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BRIAR CLOSE, SY5 0AX.
480
41
£ 43,700 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SY5 0AX falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 59% owner-occupation and average age 41, SY5 0AX has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £139k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability. Property prices are trending up 17.1% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SY5 0AX. The average age is 40.5. 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 Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 139,000
5 sales · Mean £ 141,800
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SY5 0AX has low crime rates — 34 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
Minsterley Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Holy Trinity Minsterley Church @ Minsterley Village Hall1.0 km
- Hope Village Hall0.6 km
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Flower Shop0.4 km
- Smith's Of Minsterley0.5 km
- Co-Operative Group Limited0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Crown And Sceptre0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Little Efes0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Shrewsbury13.9 km
- Church Stretton14.0 km
- Welshpool15.2 km
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Postcode Profile: SY50AX · Data under Open Government Licence