SY5 0DP is a mixed residential area located 1.3km from Leigh in Shropshire. Administratively it sits within Chirbury and Worthen ward and the Ludlow constituency.
For families considering a move, SY5 0DP represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 48, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 61% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Census 2021 statistics for SY5 0DP are sourced from Output Area E00147775 (shared with 26 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SY5 0DP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SY5 0DP.
333
48
£ 41,200 /yr
47%
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
SY5 0DP is an established family neighbourhood — 61% owner-occupation and an average age of 48 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 SY5 0DP. The average age is 47.8. 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 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
- Welshpool12.1 km
- Church Stretton15.1 km
- Shrewsbury17.6 km
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Postcode Profile: SY50DP · Data under Open Government Licence