Ralphs Drive is in West Felton, Oswestry and in Shropshire district. SY11 4QH is located in the Whittington electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Shropshire. This postcode has been in use since 2017-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ralphs Drive, West Felton, Oswestry, SY11 4QH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SY11 4QG, SY11 4QJ, SY11 4QL, SY11 4EL, SY11 4HJ, SY11 4HZ, SY11 4QF, SY11 4EJ, SY11 4EN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SY11 4QH has a slightly higher male population, with 50.1% 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 | 52.1% | 49.9% | -2.2% | 51.0% | -1.1% |
| Male | 47.9% | 50.1% | 2.2% | 49.0% | 1.1% |
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 SY11 4QH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.4% 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 | 28.8% | 27.4% | -1.4% | 37.9% | -10.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53% | 52.4% | -0.6% | 44.2% | 8.2% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 9.9% | 10.6% | 0.7% | 9.1% | 1.5% |
| Widowed | 7% | 8.2% | 1.2% | 6.1% | 2.1% |
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 (87.8%) 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 | 56.8% | 54.5% | -2.3% | 48.4% | 6.1% |
| Good health | 32.6% | 33.3% | 0.7% | 33.6% | -0.3% |
| Fair health | 9.9% | 9% | -0.9% | 12.7% | -3.7% |
| Bad health | 0.8% | 3.2% | 2.4% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
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 | 12.9% | 12.6% | -0.3% | 18.2% | -5.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.6% | 11.3% | -1.3% | 9.6% | 1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 24.8% | 17.6% | -7.2% | 13.4% | 4.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 2% | 5.2% | 3.2% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.9% | 17.9% | 6.0% | 16.9% | 1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.5% | 33.2% | 1.7% | 33.8% | -0.6% |
| Other | 4.3% | 2.2% | -2.1% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.4% 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 | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Other Asian | 1% | 0.9% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.4% | 97.4% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 16.0% |
In this area, 95.5% 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 | 97.1% | 95.5% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.8% | 95.5% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 9.8% | -6.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 0.6% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0.2% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0.2% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.9% | 76.7% | 8.2% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 13.6% | 13.5% | 0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.2% | 37.2% | -4.0% |
| Christian | 61.7% | 46.2% | 15.5% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ralphs Drive was 20.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 17.5% lower than the Llanymynech average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Ralphs Drive has the 14th lowest crime rate of 37 local areas in Llanymynech and the 221st lowest crime rate of 1,001 local areas in Shropshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -56.1%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Ralphs Drive, Oswestry, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £660,000 | 2024-06-26 | £697,384 |
| 7 Ralphs Drive, Oswestry, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £620,000 | 2023-02-15 | £638,675 |
| 1 Ralphs Drive, Oswestry, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £389,950 | 2022-09-09 | £406,594 |
| 7 Ralphs Drive, Oswestry, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £625,000 | 2021-10-14 | £723,758 |
| 11 Ralphs Drive, Oswestry, Shropshire Detached, a newly built property | £520,000 | 2021-02-19 | £625,463 |
SY11 4QH 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 | 139 |
| Retired | 104 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 33 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Other | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 42 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Education | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Felton CofE Primary School School Road , West Felton SY11 4JR | 3out of 4 | 365 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kinnerley Church of England Controlled Primary School School Road , Kinnerley SY10 8DF | 3out of 4 | 5,207 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Punch Bowl Inn | The Cross, West Felton | 263 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 | 83.3% |
| 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 | 132 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 327.73 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 327.73 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 24.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 49.95 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.