Briggs Lane is in Pant, Oswestry and in Oswestry district. SY10 8PP is located in the Llanymynech electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Shropshire. This postcode has been in use since 1997-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Briggs Lane, Pant, Oswestry, SY10 8PP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SY10 9QU, SY10 9QY, SY10 9QT, SY10 8PR, SY10 8PS, SY10 8LE, SY10 9QS, SY10 8NT, SY10 9QX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SY10 8PP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.7% | 50.2% | -1.5% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 48.3% | 49.8% | 1.5% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of SY10 8PP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 66.7% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 19.2% | 17.3% | -1.9% | 37.9% | -20.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 67.3% | 66.7% | -0.6% | 44.2% | 22.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 0.8% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 4.2% | 7.5% | 3.3% | 9.1% | -1.6% |
| Widowed | 6.5% | 7.8% | 1.3% | 6.1% | 1.7% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 41.6% | 46.6% | 5.0% | 48.4% | -1.8% |
| Good health | 41.9% | 36.4% | -5.5% | 33.6% | 2.8% |
| Fair health | 12.5% | 13.8% | 1.3% | 12.7% | 1.1% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 3.3% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.4% | 17.7% | -2.7% | 18.2% | -0.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.1% | 11.8% | -1.3% | 9.6% | 2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.2% | 12.6% | -6.6% | 13.4% | -0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 5.1% | -0.3% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 19.7% | 8.9% | 16.9% | 2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 25% | 31.1% | 6.1% | 33.8% | -2.7% |
| Other | 6.2% | 2% | -4.2% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 3.1% | -1.8% |
| White | 100% | 98.7% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
In this area, 96.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 97% | 96.1% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| European Union | 1% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97% | 95.4% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.2% | 76.7% | 10.5% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 11.2% | 13.5% | -2.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.6% | 37.2% | -5.6% |
| Christian | 60.9% | 46.2% | 14.7% |
| Hindu | 1.3% | 1.7% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Briggs Lane was 12.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 50.0% lower than the Llanymynech average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Briggs Lane has the 6th lowest crime rate of 37 local areas in Llanymynech and the 110th lowest crime rate of 1,001 local areas in Shropshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 47.8%.
Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 52% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Briggs Lane, Oswestry, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2017-02-13 | £556,852 |
| South View Briggs Lane, Oswestry, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2016-11-29 | £485,556 |
| Meadow Court Briggs Lane, Oswestry, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £355,000 | 2012-07-27 | £583,702 |
| Walnut Tree Cottage Briggs Lane, Oswestry, Shropshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2012-03-16 | £258,646 |
| Walnut House Briggs Lane, Oswestry, Shropshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2005-11-21 | £309,407 |
SY10 8PP 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in SY10 8PP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 97 |
| Full-Time Employee | 72 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bryn Offa CofE Primary School Rockwell Lane , Pant SY10 9QR | 3out of 4 | 249 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trefonen CofE Primary School School Lane , Trefonen SY10 9DY | 3out of 4 | 5,218 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carreghofa C.P. School Llanymynech , SY22 6PA | - not rated | 2,154 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llandysilio C.I.W. School Four Crosses , Llanymynech SY22 6RB | - not rated | 3,701 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penycoed Riding Stables | Pant, Oswestry | 909 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cross Guns Inn | Rockwell Lane, Pant | 238 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 | 100.0% |
| 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 | 100.0% |
| 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 | 50 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 46.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 19.21 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.