Sutton Way is in Shrewsbury and in Shrewsbury And Atcham district. SY2 6EF is located in the Bayston Hill, Column and Sutton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Shrewsbury and Atcham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Sutton Way, Shrewsbury, SY2 6EF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SY2 6LN, SY2 6EG, SY2 6EQ, SY2 6LF, SY2 6EH, SY2 6DW, SY2 6LA, SY2 6EP, SY2 6LJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SY2 6EF, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.7% 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 | 55.1% | 54.7% | -0.4% | 51.0% | 3.7% |
| Male | 44.9% | 45.3% | 0.4% | 49.0% | -3.7% |
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 | 36.3% | 41.6% | 5.3% | 37.9% | 3.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.4% | 37.7% | -5.7% | 44.2% | -6.5% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 11.3% | 13.6% | 2.3% | 9.1% | 4.5% |
| Widowed | 8.6% | 5.8% | -2.8% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
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 | 40.2% | 33.9% | -6.3% | 48.4% | -14.5% |
| Good health | 34% | 38.8% | 4.8% | 33.6% | 5.2% |
| Fair health | 19.6% | 17.7% | -1.9% | 12.7% | 5.0% |
| Bad health | 5.3% | 7.3% | 2.0% | 4.0% | 3.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 2.1% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
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.
In the area around SY2 6EF this area, 29.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 16.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37.9% | 29.8% | -8.1% | 18.2% | 11.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.6% | 12% | -3.6% | 9.6% | 2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.9% | 14.3% | 1.4% | 13.4% | 0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 7.8% | 4.3% | 5.3% | 2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.3% | 16.3% | 3.0% | 16.9% | -0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.1% | 16.7% | 2.6% | 33.8% | -17.1% |
| Other | 2.7% | 3.1% | 0.4% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.2% | 100% | 2.8% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 96.3% 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 | 96.6% | 96.3% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 3.4% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.6% | 96.3% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0.6% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 61.9% | 76.7% | -14.8% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 36% | 13.5% | 22.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.8% | 37.2% | 2.6% |
| Christian | 52.6% | 46.2% | 6.4% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sutton Way was 40.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 37.2% lower than the Abbey average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Sutton Way has the 30th lowest crime rate of 76 local areas in Abbey and the 481st highest crime rate of 998 local areas in Shropshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 34.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -76.3%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 59% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 44 Sutton Way, Shrewsbury, Shropshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £140,500 | 2005-08-05 | £237,944 |
| 44 Sutton Way, Shrewsbury, Shropshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £122,500 | 2004-03-12 | £240,871 |
| 46 Sutton Way, Shrewsbury, Shropshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £75,950 | 2001-11-30 | £235,939 |
| 44 Sutton Way, Shrewsbury, Shropshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £53,000 | 1999-11-24 | £214,038 |
| 50 Sutton Way, Shrewsbury, Shropshire Terraced, an established residential building | £48,500 | 1995-06-14 | £253,170 |
SY2 6EF 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.
| Retired | 71 |
| Full-Time Employee | 60 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Other | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holy Cross CofE Junior School Wenlock Road , SY2 6LE | - not rated | 255 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mereside Church of England Primary School Mereside , Springfield SY2 6LE | - not rated | 255 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mereside Church of England Primary Academy Mereside , Springfield SY2 6LE | 3out of 4 | 255 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Springfield Infant School Mereside , Springfield SY2 6LE | - not rated | 288 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Giles CofE Primary School Portland Crescent , SY2 5NJ | 3out of 4 | 1,508 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belvidere School Belvidere Lane , SY2 5RJ | - not rated | 1,774 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Belvidere School Crowmere Road , SY2 5LA | - not rated | 1,897 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Wakeman School and Arts College Abbey Foregate , SY2 6AA | - not rated | 1,937 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Priory School Longden Road , SY3 9EE | 3out of 4 | 2,888 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Priory School, A Business and Enterprise College Longden Road , SY3 9EE | - not rated | 2,888 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shrewsbury College of Arts and Technology London Road , SY2 6PR | - not rated | 574 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Shrewsbury College Priory Road , SY1 1RX | - not rated | 2,780 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prestfelde School London Road , SY2 6NZ | - not rated | 712 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| David Banks School Oteley Island , Oteley Road SY2 6QP | - not rated | 1,124 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsland Grange Junior School 17 Hereford Road , SY3 7QX | - not rated | 1,694 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Winefride's RC Independent School Belmont , SY1 1TE | - not rated | 2,210 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Shrewsbury High School GDST 32 Town Walls , Shrewsbury SY1 1TN | - not rated | 2,384 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Percy Throwers Restaurant | Percy Throwers Garden Centre, Thrower Road | 509 yd | |
| Origins | Shrewsbury College Of Arts And Technology, London Road | 574 yd | |
| Futures Coffee Shop | Shrewsbury College Of Arts And Technology, London Road | 574 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Peacock | 42 Wenlock Road, Shrewsbury | 571 yd | |
| The Charles Darwin | Sutton Road, Shrewsbury | 572 yd | |
| Saddlers Pub | Whitecroft Road, Shrewsbury | 779 yd | |
| White Horse Inn | The White Horse, Wenlock Road | 895 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shrewsbury Fish Bar | Unit 5, Shopping Parade | 497 yd | |
| Whitecroft Chippy | Unit 2, Whitecroft Road | 779 yd | |
| Oscar's Chinese Takeaway Limited | Unit 3, Whitecroft Road | 779 yd | |
| Queens Fish & Chips | Unit 2A, Anchorage Avenue | 904 yd | |
| The Shire Fryer | 3 London Road, Shrewsbury | 981 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Whitecroft Road, Shrewsbury | 779 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mereside Church Of England Primary School CHILDRENS WAY | grass pitches | 295 yd |
| London Road Sports Centre SHREWSBURY COLLEGE OF ARTS AND TECHNOLOGY SHREWSBURY COLLEGE OF ARTS AND TECHNOLOGY LONDON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 462 yd |
| Shrewsbury Cricket Club LONDON ROAD | grass pitches | 555 yd |
| Springfield Recreation Ground MERESIDE | grass pitches | 677 yd |
| Prestfelde Preparatory School LONDON ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 711 yd |
| Rocke Street Recreation Ground ROCKE STREET | grass pitches | 974 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 | 44.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 33.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 33.3% |
| 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 | 39.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 44.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.76 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.76 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.