SY9 5AH is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Harley Jenkins Street, 0.1km from Bishop's Castle in Bishop's Castle. Administratively it sits within Bishop's Castle ward and the Ludlow constituency.
For families considering a move, SY9 5AH represents a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. By day, the area transitions to a town fringe countryside character: mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. A well-settled, later-life community (average age 56) — very low tenant turnover, high ownership, and a quiet residential character. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 43 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £105k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for SY9 5AH are sourced from Output Area E00147639 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HARLEY JENKINS STREET, SY9 5AH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HARLEY JENKINS STREET, SY9 5AH.
318
56
£ 41,200 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SY9 5AH represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 68% owner-occupation and an average age of 56, SY9 5AH is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £105k reflects the demand.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SY9 5AH. The average age is 55.9. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 102,500
2 sales · Mean £ 102,500
Terraced
£ 112,500
1 sales · Mean £ 112,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SY9 5AH has low crime rates — 43 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Bishops Castle Primary School
The Community College, Bishop's Castle
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Co-Op0.1 km
- A J Pugh0.1 km
- Spar Petrol Station0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Crown And Anchor Vaults0.1 km
- Kings Head Inn0.1 km
- The Three Tuns Inn0.2 km
- Six Bells0.2 km
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Kirstys Cafe0.1 km
- The Chai Shop0.1 km
- Food And Friendship0.4 km
- Ganges Balti House0.2 km
- The Happy Bap0.1 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Bishops Castle Delight0.2 km
- Dragons Lair0.2 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Bank House B&B0.1 km
- The Castle Hotel0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Broome11.0 km
- Craven Arms12.3 km
- Hopton Heath12.6 km
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Postcode Profile: SY95AH · Data under Open Government Licence