Long Meadow Drive is in Shrewsbury and in Shrewsbury And Atcham district. SY2 6NA is located in the Abbey 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 Long Meadow Drive, Shrewsbury, SY2 6NA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SY2 6LT, SY2 6LZ, SY2 6LY, SY2 6AX, SY2 6JN, SY2 6AZ, SY2 5EP, SY2 6JJ, SY2 6NS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SY2 6NA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.3% | 51% | 1.7% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 50.7% | 49% | -1.7% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 | 30.7% | 35.7% | 5.0% | 37.9% | -2.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55% | 47.3% | -7.7% | 44.2% | 3.1% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 2.4% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 6.9% | 9.5% | 2.6% | 9.1% | 0.4% |
| Widowed | 6.1% | 5.1% | -1.0% | 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 | 47.8% | 54.4% | 6.6% | 48.4% | 6.0% |
| Good health | 35.8% | 29.6% | -6.2% | 33.6% | -4.0% |
| Fair health | 11.9% | 11.4% | -0.5% | 12.7% | -1.3% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 3.7% | 0.3% | 4.0% | -0.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.9% | -0.2% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 6NA this area, 6.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 46.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.7% | 6.8% | -7.9% | 18.2% | -11.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10% | 5.4% | -4.6% | 9.6% | -4.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 14.6% | -0.6% | 13.4% | 1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 5.4% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.5% | 19.3% | 2.8% | 16.9% | 2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.7% | 46.8% | 9.1% | 33.8% | 13.0% |
| Other | 3.5% | 1.7% | -1.8% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.9% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 98.5% | 94.9% | -3.6% | 81.4% | 13.5% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 94.6% 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 | 94% | 94.6% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| European Union | 3.4% | 4.6% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0.9% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.7% | 94.3% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 11.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 3.1% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -6.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.2% | 0.6% | -4.6% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.6% | 76.7% | 7.9% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| North Africa | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 11.4% | 13.5% | -2.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47% | 37.2% | 9.8% |
| Christian | 46.4% | 46.2% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.7% | 6.5% | -4.8% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 3.7% | 6.0% | -2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Long Meadow Drive was 180.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 165.4% higher than the Abbey average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Long Meadow Drive has the 11th highest crime rate of 77 local areas in Abbey and the 55th highest crime rate of 1,001 local areas in Shropshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 68.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 43.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brookhill Long Meadow Drive, Shrewsbury, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £735,000 | 2016-02-17 | £1,109,238 |
| Brookhill Long Meadow Drive, Shrewsbury, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £323,000 | 2008-03-03 | £509,749 |
| The Beeches Long Meadow Drive, Shrewsbury, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £407,000 | 2004-12-09 | £739,372 |
| The Beeches Long Meadow Drive, Shrewsbury, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £152,500 | 2003-01-31 | £354,728 |
| Beverley Long Meadow Drive, Shrewsbury, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £138,000 | 1998-05-15 | £617,824 |
SY2 6NA 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 85 |
| Retired | 82 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Other | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Education | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Other | 13 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crowmoor Primary School and Nursery Crowmere Road , SY2 5JJ | 3out of 4 | 935 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Giles CofE Primary School Portland Crescent , SY2 5NJ | 4out of 4 | 986 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Coleham Primary School Greyfriars Road , SY3 7EN | 3out of 4 | 1,014 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mereside Church of England Primary Academy Mereside , Springfield SY2 6LE | - not rated | 1,319 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Belvidere Primary School Tenbury Drive , Telford Estate SY2 5YB | 3out of 4 | 1,534 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belvidere School Crowmere Road , SY2 5LA | 4out of 4 | 1,302 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Priory School Longden Road , SY3 9EE | 4out of 4 | 2,655 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Meole Brace School Longden Road , SY3 9DW | 3out of 4 | 2,890 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shrewsbury Academy Corndon Crescent , SY1 4LL | 1out of 4 | 3,425 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shrewsbury Colleges Group Priory Road , SY1 1RX | - not rated | 1,945 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 | 577 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Winefride's Convent School Belmont , SY1 1TE | - not rated | 1,421 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Shrewsbury High School 32 Town Walls , Shrewsbury SY1 1TN | - not rated | 1,654 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Severndale Specialist Academy Woodcote Way , Monkmoor SY2 5SH | 3out of 4 | 1,862 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Shrewsbury School The Schools , SY3 7BA | - not rated | 2,035 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nando's | Nandos, Unit 4 | 522 yd | |
| Hartlands Rest Home | Whitehall Street, Shrewsbury | 707 yd | |
| Bollywood Burger | 32A Abbey Foregate, Shrewsbury | 911 yd | |
| The Peach Tree | 18 - 21 Abbey Foregate, Shrewsbury | 953 yd | |
| The Shed | 7 Abbey Foregate, Shrewsbury | 999 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| White Horse Inn | The White Horse, Wenlock Road | 176 yd | |
| Old Bell | 115 Abbey Foregate, Shrewsbury | 308 yd | |
| The Brick | Bricklayers Arms, 94 Abbey Foregate | 379 yd | |
| The Peacock | 42 Wenlock Road, Shrewsbury | 464 yd | |
| Beaten Track Harvester | Beaten Track, Old Potts Way | 522 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Shire Fryer | 3 London Road, Shrewsbury | 175 yd | |
| Cineworld | Old Potts Way, Shrewsbury | 522 yd | |
| Tim Tim | 33 Monkmoor Road, Shrewsbury | 657 yd | |
| Monkmoor Fish Bar | 53 Monkmoor Road, Shrewsbury | 770 yd | |
| Abbey Deli Sandwich Bar | Abbey Deli, 178 Abbey Foregate | 770 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda Stores Ltd | Asda Stores, Old Potts Way | 522 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sparrow Lane Sports Ground DARK LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 329 yd |
| Rocke Street Recreation Ground ROCKE STREET | grass pitches | 457 yd |
| Prestfelde Preparatory School LONDON ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 472 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 | 1,049 yd |
| The Wakeman School & Arts College (Closed) Abbey Foregate | grass pitches | 1,057 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 | 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 | 0.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.