Station Road is in Whittington, Oswestry and in Oswestry district. SY11 4BQ is located in the Whittington electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Shropshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Station Road, Whittington, Oswestry, SY11 4BQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SY11 4PX, SY11 4AG, SY11 4PW, SY11 4DS, SY11 4BH, SY11 4BG, SY11 4BJ, SY11 4BL, SY11 4NA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SY11 4BQ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.8% | 55% | -0.8% | 51.0% | 4.0% |
| Male | 44.2% | 45% | 0.8% | 49.0% | -4.0% |
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 | 25.9% | 29.1% | 3.2% | 37.9% | -8.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.7% | 51% | -0.7% | 44.2% | 6.8% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 2.7% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 8% | 9.1% | 1.1% | 9.1% | 0.0% |
| Widowed | 12.5% | 7.1% | -5.4% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 40.2% | 48.5% | 8.3% | 48.4% | 0.1% |
| Good health | 35.2% | 30.5% | -4.7% | 33.6% | -3.1% |
| Fair health | 17.6% | 13.9% | -3.7% | 12.7% | 1.2% |
| Bad health | 5.6% | 5.5% | -0.1% | 4.0% | 1.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1.7% | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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 | 27.8% | 19.2% | -8.6% | 18.2% | 1.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.3% | 10.1% | -3.2% | 9.6% | 0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 10.4% | -4.8% | 13.4% | -3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 3.7% | 0.7% | 5.3% | -1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.5% | 20.2% | 10.7% | 16.9% | 3.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.9% | 34.7% | 5.8% | 33.8% | 0.9% |
| Other | 2.3% | 1.7% | -0.6% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.2% 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 | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 97.7% | 97.2% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 15.8% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 95.6% 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 | 98% | 95.6% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| European Union | 1% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.3% | 95.6% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.3% | 0% | -3.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.8% | 76.7% | -1.9% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| North Africa | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 22.7% | 13.5% | 9.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.9% | 37.2% | -5.3% |
| Christian | 59.4% | 46.2% | 13.2% |
| Muslim | 1.1% | 6.5% | -5.4% |
| Other religion | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Station Road was 100.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 313.3% higher than the Llanymynech average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Station Road has the highest crime rate of 37 local areas in Llanymynech and the 149th highest crime rate of 1,001 local areas in Shropshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 47.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -57.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gwynfa Station Road, Oswestry, Shropshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2021-07-09 | £265,457 |
| Springfield Station Road, Oswestry, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £356,750 | 2019-09-13 | £466,275 |
| Springfield Station Road, Oswestry, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2016-12-16 | £181,223 |
| Sunnyside Station Road, Oswestry, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £271,000 | 2016-04-22 | £396,077 |
| High Level Station House Station Road, Oswestry, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £227,000 | 2013-05-02 | £365,623 |
SY11 4BQ 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 retired residents living in SY11 4BQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 97 |
| Full-Time Employee | 81 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Education | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whittington CofE (VA) Primary School Station Road , Whittington SY11 4DA | 3out of 4 | 815 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Meadows Primary School Harlech Road , SY11 2EA | 3out of 4 | 2,210 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity Church of England Primary Academy and Nursery Middleton Road , SY11 2LF | 2out of 4 | 2,827 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodside Primary School Gittin Street , SY11 1DT | 3out of 4 | 3,159 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gobowen Primary School School Lane , Gobowen SY11 3LD | 3out of 4 | 3,630 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Marches School Morda Road , SY11 2AR | 3out of 4 | 4,449 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 5,427 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Derwen College Whittington Road , Gobowen SY11 3JA | - not rated | 2,126 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oswestry School Upper Brook Street , SY11 2TL | - not rated | 4,356 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen At The Castle | Castle Teas, Whittington Castle | 572 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ye Olde Boote Inn | Boot Street, Whittington | 630 yd | |
| The White Lion Hotel | Castle Street, Whittington | 630 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whittington's | Station Road, Whittington | 622 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Oswestry Boys & Girls Football Club | grass pitches | 546 yd |
| Whittington Cricket & Bowling Club DONNETT COTTAGE DONNETT COTTAGE | grass pitches | 1,068 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 | 90.9% |
| 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 | 9.1% |
| Median download speed | 30.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 29.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 5.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 7.03 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.