Postcode Analysis Shropshire, West Midlands

SALOP STREET, SY9 5BW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SALOP STREET, SY9 5BW.

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Population

223

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Avg Age

49

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Avg Income

£ 41,200 /yr

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Employed

54%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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6/10
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3/10
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3/10
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8/10
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4/10
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4/10
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1/10
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6/10
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1/10
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Area Character

SY9 5BW is an established family neighbourhood — 69% owner-occupation and an average age of 49 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district. Property prices are trending up 9.1% year-on-year.

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

SY9 5BW is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Salop Street, 0.2km 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 5BW represents a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. With an average age of 49, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 69% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 39 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £181k, up 9.1% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for SY9 5BW are sourced from Output Area E00147640 (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 SY9 5BW. The average age is 49.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.7%
Asian / British Asian0.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.9%
Other / Mixed0.9%

Economic Activity

54%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 120,000

1 sales · Mean £ 120,000

Terraced

£ 137,500

2 sales · Mean £ 137,500

Semi-Detached

£ 315,000

1 sales · Mean £ 315,000

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

SY9 5BW has low crime rates — 39 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.

Violence and sexual offences19
Criminal damage and arson9
Other theft9
Anti-social behaviour5
Burglary5

school Local Schools

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Bishops Castle Primary School

Good141 pupils0.3 km
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The Community College, Bishop's Castle

Good512 pupils0.7 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Co-Op0.3 km
  • A J Pugh0.3 km
  • Spar Petrol Station0.4 km
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Crown And Anchor Vaults0.1 km
  • Kings Head Inn0.3 km
  • The Three Tuns Inn0.0 km
  • Six Bells0.4 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • Kirstys Cafe0.3 km
  • The Chai Shop0.1 km
  • Food And Friendship0.6 km
  • Ganges Balti House0.1 km
  • The Happy Bap0.1 km
  • + 2 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Bishops Castle Delight0.0 km
  • Dragons Lair0.1 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Bank House B&B0.1 km
  • The Castle Hotel0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Broome11.0 km
  • Craven Arms12.3 km
  • Hopton Heath12.8 km