Heathwood Road is in Higher Heath, Whitchurch and in North Shropshire district. SY13 2HH is located in the Prees electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Shropshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Heathwood Road, Higher Heath, Whitchurch, SY13 2HH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SY13 2HH has a slightly higher male population, with 51.1% 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 | 51.4% | 48.9% | -2.5% | 51.0% | -2.1% |
| Male | 48.6% | 51.1% | 2.5% | 49.0% | 2.1% |
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 SY13 2HH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 63.2% 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 | 15.1% | 17.9% | 2.8% | 37.9% | -20.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 66.5% | 63.2% | -3.3% | 44.2% | 19.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 2.8% | 1.6% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 7.8% | 9.5% | 1.7% | 9.1% | 0.4% |
| Widowed | 9.4% | 6% | -3.4% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 40.8% | 37.6% | -3.2% | 48.4% | -10.8% |
| Good health | 41.5% | 41.1% | -0.4% | 33.6% | 7.5% |
| Fair health | 13.7% | 17.2% | 3.5% | 12.7% | 4.5% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 3.4% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.6% | -0.5% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 | 32.7% | 24.4% | -8.3% | 18.2% | 6.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.7% | 9.5% | -3.2% | 9.6% | -0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.7% | 13.4% | 0.7% | 13.4% | 0.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 7.1% | 3.0% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9% | 15.9% | 6.9% | 16.9% | -1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.9% | 26.9% | 2.0% | 33.8% | -6.9% |
| Other | 4.1% | 2.8% | -1.3% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 97.9% | 99.7% | 1.8% | 81.4% | 18.3% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 99.1% 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 | 97.5% | 99.1% | 1.6% | 83.2% | 15.9% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -5.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.5% | 99.7% | 2.2% | 83.2% | 16.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 9.8% | -9.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.4% | 76.7% | 1.7% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 21% | 13.5% | 7.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.2% | 37.2% | -6.0% |
| Christian | 60.3% | 46.2% | 14.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 6.9% | 6.0% | 0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Heathwood Road was 17.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 82.2% lower than the Market Drayton East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Heathwood Road has the 10th lowest crime rate of 60 local areas in Market Drayton East and the 186th lowest crime rate of 1,001 local areas in Shropshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -58.7%.
Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 50% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gerraine Heathwood Road, Whitchurch, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £293,000 | 2025-05-01 | £293,000 |
| Gerraine Heathwood Road, Whitchurch, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2024-05-17 | £211,329 |
| Lunen Heathwood Road, Whitchurch, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £485,000 | 2021-03-12 | £582,000 |
| Pinehurst Heathwood Road, Whitchurch, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2018-07-25 | £444,644 |
| Needle Falls Heathwood Road, Whitchurch, Shropshire Other, an established residential building | £415,000 | 2017-07-21 | £514,459 |
SY13 2HH area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 3% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 19% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
SY13 2HH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 SY13 2HH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 106 |
| Full-Time Employee | 69 |
| Self-Employed | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Transport and storage | 15 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Education | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prees CofE Primary School Cross End , Prees SY13 2ER | 3out of 4 | 2,457 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tilstock CofE Primary and Nursery Tilstock Lane , Tilstock SY13 3JL | 1out of 4 | 3,052 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lower Heath CofE Primary School Lower Heath , Prees SY13 2BT | 3out of 4 | 3,498 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sir John Talbot's School Prees Road , SY13 2BY | 3out of 4 | 5,343 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acorn Wood Watery Lane , Coton SY13 3LR | - not rated | 3,526 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The White House School Heath Road , SY13 2AA | - not rated | 5,039 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Coffee Barn @ Holly Farm Garden Centre | Holly Farm Garden Centre, Whitchurch Road | 868 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 | 95.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 41.7% |
| 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 | 41.7% |
| 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 | 71.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 58 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.