Sandy Lane is in Ellesmere and in North Shropshire district. SY12 0RA is located in the Ellesmere Urban electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Shropshire. This postcode has been in use since 1993-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Sandy Lane, Ellesmere, SY12 0RA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SY12 0HB, SY12 0HL, SY12 0HP, SY12 0EZ, SY12 0HA, SY12 0ET.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SY12 0RA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.8% | 51.8% | 0.0% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 48.2% | 48.2% | 0.0% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 33.6% | 30.3% | -3.3% | 37.9% | -7.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.4% | 38.7% | -5.7% | 44.2% | -5.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1% | 4.2% | 3.2% | 2.2% | 2.0% |
| Divorced | 9.9% | 13.6% | 3.7% | 9.1% | 4.5% |
| Widowed | 11.2% | 12.5% | 1.3% | 6.1% | 6.4% |
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 | 42.7% | 46.5% | 3.8% | 48.4% | -1.9% |
| Good health | 38.6% | 31.8% | -6.8% | 33.6% | -1.8% |
| Fair health | 14.2% | 15.9% | 1.7% | 12.7% | 3.2% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 5.7% | 2.4% | 4.0% | 1.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 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 | 23.7% | 20% | -3.7% | 18.2% | 1.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.9% | 9.1% | -0.8% | 9.6% | -0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.1% | 8.1% | -6.0% | 13.4% | -5.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 4.9% | 2.6% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.9% | 15.4% | 5.5% | 16.9% | -1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.6% | 40% | 9.4% | 33.8% | 6.2% |
| Other | 9.5% | 2.5% | -7.0% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0.6% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 95.3% | 95.2% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 13.8% |
| Other | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 86.7% 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 | 81.9% | 86.7% | 4.8% | 83.2% | 3.5% |
| European Union | 12.9% | 10.8% | -2.1% | 6.1% | 4.7% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.3% | 0.9% | -2.4% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 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 | 81.4% | 86.7% | 5.3% | 83.2% | 3.5% |
| 10+ Years | 5.8% | 6.6% | 0.8% | 9.8% | -3.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 5.2% | 2.4% | -2.8% | 2.9% | -0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.7% | 2.4% | -0.3% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.9% | 1.8% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.6% | 76.7% | -7.1% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 6% | 1.3% | 4.7% |
| Romania | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 19% | 13.5% | 5.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33% | 37.2% | -4.2% |
| Christian | 61.9% | 46.2% | 15.7% |
| Muslim | 1.5% | 6.5% | -5.0% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.3% | 6.0% | -2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sandy Lane was 86.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 27.2% higher than the Ellesmere Urban average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Sandy Lane has the 4th highest crime rate of 25 local areas in Ellesmere Urban and the 188th highest crime rate of 1,001 local areas in Shropshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 45.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -68.8%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rose Bank Sandy Lane, Ellesmere, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £525,000 | 2022-07-06 | £561,094 |
| Gaydon Sandy Lane, Ellesmere, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2015-01-07 | £506,099 |
| Keep Lodge Sandy Lane, Ellesmere, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £278,000 | 2013-06-04 | £446,366 |
| Keep Lodge Sandy Lane, Ellesmere, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2010-05-12 | £444,706 |
| Gaydon Sandy Lane, Ellesmere, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2004-02-27 | £552,022 |
SY12 0RA 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 SY12 0RA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 102 |
| Full-Time Employee | 95 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Education | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ellesmere Primary School Elson Road , SY12 9EU | 3out of 4 | 919 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Welshampton CofE Primary School Welshampton , SY12 0PG | 4out of 4 | 3,405 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Criftins CofE Primary School Criftins , SY12 9LT | 4out of 4 | 4,187 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lakelands Academy Oswestry Road , SY12 0EA | 3out of 4 | 853 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ellesmere College , SY12 9AB | - not rated | 1,240 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asian Spices | 1 Birch Road, Ellesmere | 308 yd | |
| Martha & Mable | 12 - 14 Church Street, Ellesmere | 386 yd | |
| Corner House Cafe | High Street, Ellesmere | 401 yd | |
| Coral | 10 High Street, Ellesmere | 401 yd | |
| Pizza The Mere | Ellesmere Hotel, High Street | 404 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Lion Hotel | 18 Church Street, Ellesmere | 394 yd | |
| The Vaults | Old Town Hall, High Street | 401 yd | |
| The Ellesmere Hotel Ltd | High Street, Ellesmere | 419 yd | |
| Swan Hotel | Cross Street, Ellesmere | 489 yd | |
| The Market | Market Hotel, Scotland Street | 492 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ellesmere Kebab And Pizza House | 23 Cross Street, Ellesmere | 489 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Stores Ltd | Canal Way, Ellesmere | 469 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ellesmere Cricket Club BIRCH ROAD | grass pitches | 218 yd |
| Lakelands Academy LAKELANDS SPORTS CENTRE LAKELANDS SPORTS CENTRE OSWESTRY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 949 yd |
| Ellesmere Swimming Centre ELSON ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 990 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 | 66.7% |
| 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 | 33.3% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.