SY9 5BY is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Castle Green, 0.1km from Castlegreen in Bishop's Castle. Administratively it sits within Chirbury and Worthen ward and the Ludlow constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in SY9, SY9 5BY offers a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. By day, the area transitions to a town fringe countryside character: mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. At 50 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 76% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 31 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £457k.
Census 2021 statistics for SY9 5BY are sourced from Output Area E00147643 (shared with 20 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CASTLE GREEN, SY9 5BY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CASTLE GREEN, SY9 5BY.
343
50
£ 41,200 /yr
48%
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
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, SY9 5BY combines high owner-occupation (76%), strong property values (£457k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £457k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SY9 5BY. The average age is 50.3. 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, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 457,000
4 sales · Mean £ 439,750
Terraced
£ 340,000
4 sales · Mean £ 320,000
Detached
£ 377,500
2 sales · Mean £ 377,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SY9 5BY has low crime rates — 31 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. 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-Op0.5 km
- A J Pugh0.5 km
- Spar Petrol Station0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Crown And Anchor Vaults0.3 km
- Kings Head Inn0.5 km
- The Three Tuns Inn0.2 km
- Six Bells0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Kirstys Cafe0.5 km
- The Chai Shop0.3 km
- Food And Friendship0.8 km
- Ganges Balti House0.2 km
- The Happy Bap0.3 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&B0.3 km
- The Castle Hotel0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Broome11.2 km
- Craven Arms12.5 km
- Hopton Heath13.0 km
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Postcode Profile: SY95BY · Data under Open Government Licence