Copthorne Road is in Shrewsbury and in Shrewsbury And Atcham district. SY3 8LP is located in the Copthorne 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 Copthorne Road, Shrewsbury, SY3 8LP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SY3 8TB, SY3 8TL, SY3 8SP, SY3 8TQ, SY3 8TD, SY3 8LR, SY3 8UE, SY3 8LS, SY3 8SX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SY3 8LP, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.3% 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 | 52.3% | 53.3% | 1.0% | 51.0% | 2.3% |
| Male | 47.7% | 46.7% | -1.0% | 49.0% | -2.3% |
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 SY3 8LP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.3% 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 | 22.3% | 28.9% | 6.6% | 37.9% | -9.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.7% | 52.3% | -7.4% | 44.2% | 8.1% |
| Separated | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 6.6% | 7.2% | 0.6% | 9.1% | -1.9% |
| Widowed | 10.9% | 11.5% | 0.6% | 6.1% | 5.4% |
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 | 52.6% | 46.1% | -6.5% | 48.4% | -2.3% |
| Good health | 35.7% | 36.2% | 0.5% | 33.6% | 2.6% |
| Fair health | 10.2% | 14.8% | 4.6% | 12.7% | 2.1% |
| Bad health | 1.5% | 2.6% | 1.1% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -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.
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 43.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12.8% | 14% | 1.2% | 18.2% | -4.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.5% | 5.9% | -2.6% | 9.6% | -3.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.8% | 14% | 1.2% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 5.5% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.6% | 14.4% | 6.8% | 16.9% | -2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 49.3% | 43.2% | -6.1% | 33.8% | 9.4% |
| Other | 5.2% | 3% | -2.2% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.8% 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 | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 98.9% | 97.8% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 95.2% 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% | 95.2% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 2.9% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.6% | 95.2% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 0% | -3.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.5% | 76.7% | 10.8% |
| Italy | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 9.9% | 13.5% | -3.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.1% | 37.2% | -3.1% |
| Christian | 56.4% | 46.2% | 10.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Copthorne Road was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Abbey average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -61.5%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 51% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 4 Lock Court Copthorne Road, Shrewsbury, Shropshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2025-10-24 | £260,764 |
| Flat 12 Lock Court Copthorne Road, Shrewsbury, Shropshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2025-10-22 | £275,524 |
| Flat 21 Lock Court Copthorne Road, Shrewsbury, Shropshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2024-11-15 | £237,588 |
| Flat 15 Lock Court Copthorne Road, Shrewsbury, Shropshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2024-06-10 | £159,676 |
| 257 Copthorne Road, Shrewsbury, Shropshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £545,000 | 2023-12-13 | £582,146 |
SY3 8LP 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in SY3 8LP 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 | 81 |
| Full-Time Employee | 73 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Education | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodfield Infant School Woodfield Road , Copthorne SY3 8LU | - not rated | 257 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodfield Infant School & Nursery Woodfield Road , Copthorne SY3 8LU | - not rated | 257 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's Junior School Woodfield Road , SY3 8LU | - not rated | 333 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's Junior School Woodfield Road , SY3 8LU | 3out of 4 | 333 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bowbrook Primary School Squinter Pip Way , SY5 8PY | - not rated | 1,358 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Priory School Longden Road , SY3 9EE | 3out of 4 | 1,757 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Priory School, A Business and Enterprise College Longden Road , SY3 9EE | - not rated | 1,757 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Meole Brace School Longden Road , SY3 9DW | - not rated | 2,155 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Meole Brace School Longden Road , SY3 9DW | 3out of 4 | 2,155 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Wakeman School and Arts College Abbey Foregate , SY2 6AA | - not rated | 2,328 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shrewsbury College Priory Road , SY1 1RX | - not rated | 1,346 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Shrewsbury College of Arts and Technology London Road , SY2 6PR | - not rated | 4,434 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hollyoaks 82 Crowmeole Lane , SY3 8AY | - not rated | 1,117 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Shelton House School The Mount , SY3 8BH | - not rated | 1,151 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| The Keystone Academy Squinter Pip Way , SY5 8PY | - not rated | 1,284 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shrewsbury School The Schools , SY3 7BA | - not rated | 1,328 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsland Grange School Old Roman Road , SY3 9AH | - not rated | 1,562 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Beacon | Beacon Hotel, 156 Copthorne Road | 1 yd | |
| The Bull In The Barne | 52 - 54 The Mount, Shrewsbury | 903 yd | |
| Bricklayers Arms | 78 Copthorne Road, Shrewsbury | 934 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Copthorne Fish Bar | 39 Mytton Oak Road, Shrewsbury | 425 yd | |
| Ambrosia Express | Unit 3, Oakfield Shopping Centre | 491 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shorncliffe Drive Recreation Ground SHORNCLIFFE WAY | grass pitches | 342 yd |
| Woodfield Tennis Club WOODFIELD ROAD | tennis courts | 419 yd |
| Radbrook Recreation Ground RADBROOK ROAD | grass pitches | 495 yd |
| Copthorne Barracks (Closed) Copthorne Road | grass pitches | 571 yd |
| Radbrook Elite Health & Leisure Club (Closed) Radbrook Road | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 777 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 | 91.3% |
| 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 | 88.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 159.94 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 159.94 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30.03 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.