Ellesmere Road is in St Martins, Oswestry and in Oswestry district. SY11 3AZ is located in the St Martin's electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Shropshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ellesmere Road, St Martins, Oswestry, SY11 3AZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SY11 3EH, SY11 3QE, SY11 3DF, SY11 3EQ, SY11 3BB, SY11 3AG, SY11 3DJ, SY11 3DG, SY11 3EL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SY11 3AZ has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 50.4% | 50% | -0.4% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 49.6% | 50% | 0.4% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 21.6% | 33.8% | 12.2% | 37.9% | -4.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.9% | 42.5% | -13.4% | 44.2% | -1.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.3% | 2.2% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 1.3% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 11.1% | 16.3% | 5.2% | 9.1% | 7.2% |
| Widowed | 9.9% | 3.8% | -6.1% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
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 | 49.6% | 56.1% | 6.5% | 48.4% | 7.7% |
| Good health | 27.8% | 28.9% | 1.1% | 33.6% | -4.7% |
| Fair health | 16.5% | 11.4% | -5.1% | 12.7% | -1.3% |
| Bad health | 5.3% | 2.6% | -2.7% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 19.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25.5% | 19.5% | -6.0% | 18.2% | 1.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.7% | 15.6% | 3.9% | 9.6% | 6.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.9% | 20.8% | 1.9% | 13.4% | 7.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 7.8% | 3.6% | 5.3% | 2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 16.9% | 6.1% | 16.9% | 0.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.8% | 19.5% | -6.3% | 33.8% | -14.3% |
| Other | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.2% 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% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.2% | 98.2% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 16.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 98.2% 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 | 97.2% | 98.2% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| European Union | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 1.8% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.2% | 98.2% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.4% | 76.7% | -5.3% |
| No passport held | 28.6% | 13.5% | 15.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.8% | 37.2% | 6.6% |
| Christian | 53.6% | 46.2% | 7.4% |
| Buddhist | 1.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ellesmere Road was 57.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 8.0% higher than the St Martin's average. The most reported crime type was Public order.
Ellesmere Road has the 13th highest crime rate of 31 local areas in St Martin's and the 328th highest crime rate of 1,001 local areas in Shropshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 33.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -78.9%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 62% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowfield Ellesmere Road, Oswestry, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £287,500 | 2025-03-28 | £284,450 |
| Kinver Cottage Ellesmere Road, Oswestry, Shropshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £99,995 | 2020-03-06 | £133,453 |
| The Old Post Office Ellesmere Road, Oswestry, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2016-03-24 | £272,263 |
| Kinver Cottage Ellesmere Road, Oswestry, Shropshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £86,000 | 2015-11-20 | £130,419 |
| Old Co-Op Stores Ellesmere Road, Oswestry, Shropshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £122,000 | 2015-10-22 | £184,484 |
SY11 3AZ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 student residents living in SY11 3AZ area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Retired | 18 |
| Full-Time Employee | 17 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 38 |
| Human health and social work activities | 35 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Education | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weston Rhyn Primary School Old Chirk Road , Weston Rhyn SY10 7SR | 3out of 4 | 3,795 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gobowen Primary School School Lane , Gobowen SY11 3LD | 3out of 4 | 3,925 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Criftins CofE Primary School Criftins , SY12 9LT | 4out of 4 | 4,783 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Martins School (3-16 Learning Community) Moors Bank , St Martins SY10 7BD | 2out of 4 | 1,196 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moreton Hall School Weston Rhyn , SY11 3EW | - not rated | 3,306 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Derwen College Whittington Road , Gobowen SY11 3JA | - not rated | 4,681 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coffee And Chat @ St Martins Village Hall | St Martins Community Centre, Overton Road | 173 yd | |
| Lens Plaice | Church Lane, St Martins | 703 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ifton Miners Welfare Institute | Overton Road, St Martins | 173 yd | |
| The Keys | Overton Road, St Martins | 675 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stans Superstore | Overton Road, St Martins | 173 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Martins Playing Field OLD TRAFFORD OLD TRAFFORD | grass pitches | 155 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 79.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.