Northumberland Place is in Greenfields, Shrewsbury and in Shrewsbury And Atcham district. SY1 2RL is located in the Bagley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Shrewsbury and Atcham. This postcode has been in use since 1993-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Northumberland Place, Greenfields, Shrewsbury, SY1 2RL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SY1 2RH, SY1 2RG, SY1 2HX, SY1 2QN, SY1 2HH, SY1 2QW, SY1 2HQ, SY1 2QJ, SY1 2QL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SY1 2RL has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.8% | 49.8% | -1.0% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 49.2% | 50.2% | 1.0% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around SY1 2RL, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 49.2% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 45.5% | 49.2% | 3.7% | 37.9% | 11.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.6% | 32.1% | -1.5% | 44.2% | -12.1% |
| Separated | 3% | 2.9% | -0.1% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 15.3% | 13.8% | -1.5% | 9.1% | 4.7% |
| Widowed | 2.6% | 2.1% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.7%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 58.8% | 53.6% | -5.2% | 48.4% | 5.2% |
| Good health | 31.6% | 33.1% | 1.5% | 33.6% | -0.5% |
| Fair health | 6.6% | 12.3% | 5.7% | 12.7% | -0.4% |
| Bad health | 3% | 1% | -2.0% | 4.0% | -3.0% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
In the area around SY1 2RL this area, 9.2% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 50%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 10.2% | 9.2% | -1.0% | 18.2% | -9.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.6% | 5.8% | -4.8% | 9.6% | -3.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.7% | 11.3% | -7.4% | 13.4% | -2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 7.1% | 5.0% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.6% | 16.7% | 3.1% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 42.1% | 50% | 7.9% | 33.8% | 16.2% |
| Other | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.9% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 97.3% | 94.9% | -2.4% | 81.4% | 13.5% |
| Other | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% |
In this area, 89% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.7% | 89% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 5.8% |
| European Union | 5% | 8.2% | 3.2% | 6.1% | 2.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 1% | -1.0% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.4% | 88.4% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 5.2% |
| 10+ Years | 1.7% | 4.4% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -5.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 4.8% | 3.8% | 2.9% | 1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 3% | 2.4% | -0.6% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.1% | 76.7% | 4.4% |
| Ireland | 2.4% | 0.6% | 1.8% |
| Germany | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 4.1% | 1.5% | 2.6% |
| Other Europe | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 9.3% | 13.5% | -4.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.6% | 37.2% | 15.4% |
| Christian | 40.2% | 46.2% | -6.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Northumberland Place was 80.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 40.3% higher than the Bagley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Northumberland Place has the 29th highest crime rate of 83 local areas in Bagley and the 214th highest crime rate of 1,001 local areas in Shropshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 36.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -27.9%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Northumberland Place, Shrewsbury, Shropshire Terraced, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2023-06-16 | £189,784 |
| 4 Northumberland Place, Shrewsbury, Shropshire Terraced, an established residential building | £152,000 | 2022-12-19 | £163,948 |
| 2 Northumberland Place, Shrewsbury, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £179,000 | 2022-09-09 | £194,644 |
| 19 Northumberland Place, Shrewsbury, Shropshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £76,500 | 2021-05-17 | £87,903 |
| 2 Northumberland Place, Shrewsbury, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £143,000 | 2020-12-09 | £180,224 |
SY1 2RL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 113 |
| Part-Time Employee | 46 |
| Retired | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Other | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 31 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 22 |
| Education | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenfields Primary School Hemsworth Way , Ellesmere Road SY1 2AH | 3out of 4 | 251 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Shrewsbury Cathedral Catholic Primary School and Nursery New Park Road , Castlefields SY1 2SP | 3out of 4 | 654 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Martin Wilson School New Park Road , Castlefields SY1 2SP | 3out of 4 | 709 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mount Pleasant Primary Whitemere Road , Mount Pleasant SY1 3BY | 3out of 4 | 874 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Wilfred Owen School The Monkmoor Campus , Woodcote Way SY2 5SH | 3out of 4 | 1,628 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shrewsbury Academy Corndon Crescent , SY1 4LL | 1out of 4 | 2,278 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Belvidere School Crowmere Road , SY2 5LA | 4out of 4 | 2,284 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Priory School Longden Road , SY3 9EE | 4out of 4 | 3,283 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Meole Brace School Longden Road , SY3 9DW | 3out of 4 | 3,704 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shrewsbury Colleges Group Priory Road , SY1 1RX | - not rated | 1,625 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Severndale Specialist Academy Woodcote Way , Monkmoor SY2 5SH | 3out of 4 | 1,554 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Winefride's Convent School Belmont , SY1 1TE | - not rated | 1,749 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Shrewsbury High School 32 Town Walls , Shrewsbury SY1 1TN | - not rated | 1,883 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shrewsbury School The Schools , SY3 7BA | - not rated | 2,231 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tuition, Medical and Behaviour Support Service Central Office Admin , Sundorne Education Centre SY1 4RG | 3out of 4 | 2,540 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wrekin Housing Trust@Withywood | Withywood, Penson Way | 497 yd | |
| The Shrewsbury Ark | Rock And Fountain Inn, 32 Castle Foregate | 695 yd | |
| Lucy's Kitchen | Bird In Hand, 51 Coton Hill | 818 yd | |
| Pepes Piri Piri | 36 Ditherington Road, Shrewsbury | 841 yd | |
| Weir Cafe | Weir Cafe Rear Of, Dorset Farm | 857 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greenfields And District Bowling Club | Falstaff Street, Shrewsbury | 145 yd | |
| Bar@Shrewsbury Freemasons Hall | Freemasons Hall, Crewe Street | 178 yd | |
| The Dolphin Inn | 48 St Michaels Street, Shrewsbury | 283 yd | |
| Press De Cuba@The Dolphin | 48 St Michaels Street, Shrewsbury | 283 yd | |
| Bagley Sports And Social Club | Greenfields Gardens, Shrewsbury | 564 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chilli Spice | 15 Haughmond Square, Spring Gardens | 282 yd | |
| Greenfield Spice | 48 Ellesmere Road, Shrewsbury | 414 yd | |
| Bamboo House | 46 New Park Road, Shrewsbury | 614 yd | |
| The Sea Fryer | 2 Ditherington Road, Shrewsbury | 649 yd | |
| Mandarin Chef | 4 Ditherington Road, Shrewsbury | 649 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 59 Ditherington Road, Shrewsbury | 853 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Greenfields Recreation Ground FALSTAFF STREET | grass pitches | 174 yd |
| St Michaels Recreation Ground BEDDOW CLOSE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 309 yd |
| Fitness First Health Club (Shrewsbury) (Closed) 111-112 111-112 St. Michaels Street | health and fitness suite | 591 yd |
| Castle Walk Recreation Ground QUEEN STREET | tennis courts | 799 yd |
| Frankwell Recreation Ground LONGNER STREET | grass pitches | 1,052 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 38.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 34.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 66.71 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 66.71 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 17.13 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.