Postcode Analysis Shropshire, West Midlands

CASTLE SQUARE, SY8 1AY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CASTLE SQUARE, SY8 1AY.

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Population

218

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Avg Age

65

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Avg Income

£ 37,600 /yr

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Employed

26%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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9/10
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2/10
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4/10
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1/10
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3/10
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7/10
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4/10
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7/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 74% owner-occupation and an average age of 65, SY8 1AY is established retirement territory. Moderate crime is broadly acceptable given the residential nature here (avg age: 65).

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SY8 1AY is a mixed residential area on Castle Square, 0.2km from Ludlow in Ludlow. Administratively it sits within Ludlow North ward and the Ludlow constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. Average age 65 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 74% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are above average at 100 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below.

Census 2021 statistics for SY8 1AY are sourced from Output Area E00147733 (shared with 14 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 SY8 1AY. The average age is 65.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.1%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.5%
Other / Mixed0.5%

Economic Activity

26%Active
FT: 14%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime around SY8 1AY is above average at 100 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour50
Violence and sexual offences45
Criminal damage and arson31
Shoplifting23
Other theft21

school Local Schools

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St Laurence CofE Primary School

Good226 pupils0.5 km
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Ludlow Church of England School

Good559 pupils1.2 km
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Ludlow Primary School

Good441 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

13 nearby
  • The Charlton Arms0.6 km
  • Wheatsheaf Inn0.4 km
  • Old Street Tavern0.3 km
  • Rose And Crown0.1 km
  • The Queens0.5 km
  • + 8 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

33 nearby
  • Bistro 7 Of Ludlow0.3 km
  • Chang Thai0.1 km
  • Golden Moments0.2 km
  • Local To Ludlow HQ0.1 km
  • Marmalade Cafe0.3 km
  • + 28 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Spar / Subway0.1 km
  • Aldi0.5 km
  • Tesco Stores Ltd0.4 km
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Takeaway Shop

9 nearby
  • Evergreen Fish Bar & Chinese Takeaway0.3 km
  • Thai Box0.5 km
  • Vaughan's Sandwich Bar0.2 km
  • Crumbs0.3 km
  • Greggs PLC0.3 km
  • + 4 more
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Retailers - Other

18 nearby
  • Applegreen Bromfield Road Service Station0.8 km
  • Broad Bean0.2 km
  • Carter & Kenhards Family Butchers0.3 km
  • D W Wall & Son0.1 km
  • Harp Lane Deli0.1 km
  • + 13 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • The Cliffe At Dinham0.4 km
  • The Feathers Hotel Ludlow0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Ludlow0.6 km
  • Craven Arms11.4 km
  • Broome12.7 km