Greenacre Road is in Shrewsbury and in Shrewsbury And Atcham district. SY3 8LR is located in the Porthill 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 Greenacre Road, Shrewsbury, SY3 8LR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SY3 8SR, SY3 8LS, SY3 8SP, SY3 8LP, SY3 8SX, SY3 8SU, SY3 8AJ, SY3 8HT, SY3 8SZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SY3 8LR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.6% | 50.5% | -2.1% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 47.4% | 49.5% | 2.1% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 8LR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 64.3% 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 | 19% | 22.7% | 3.7% | 37.9% | -15.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.2% | 64.3% | 1.1% | 44.2% | 20.1% |
| Separated | 2% | 1.6% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 7.7% | 4.7% | -3.0% | 9.1% | -4.4% |
| Widowed | 8.1% | 6.7% | -1.4% | 6.1% | 0.6% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (88.4%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 53% | 59.2% | 6.2% | 48.4% | 10.8% |
| Good health | 38% | 29.2% | -8.8% | 33.6% | -4.4% |
| Fair health | 7.8% | 9.1% | 1.3% | 12.7% | -3.6% |
| Bad health | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 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 SY3 8LR this area, 7.4% 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 45.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12.1% | 7.4% | -4.7% | 18.2% | -10.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.1% | 6.6% | 0.5% | 9.6% | -3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.4% | 14.5% | -0.9% | 13.4% | 1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 7.4% | 5.0% | 5.3% | 2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.8% | 16.8% | 3.0% | 16.9% | -0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 47% | 45.3% | -1.7% | 33.8% | 11.5% |
| Other | 3.2% | 2% | -1.2% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.1% | -0.5% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -1.9% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Other Asian | 2.2% | 2.5% | 0.3% | 1.6% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 96.6% | 91.3% | -5.3% | 81.4% | 9.9% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 88.2% 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 | 95.6% | 88.2% | -7.4% | 83.2% | 5.0% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 2.5% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 6.8% | 5.2% | 5.6% | 1.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.3% | 88.5% | -6.8% | 83.2% | 5.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 5.6% | 5.0% | 9.8% | -4.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 3.7% | 1.5% | 1.9% | 1.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.7% | 76.7% | 11.0% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Southern Asia | 3.1% | 1.2% | 1.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 7.9% | 13.5% | -5.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.3% | 37.2% | 2.1% |
| Christian | 47.5% | 46.2% | 1.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Hindu | 1.3% | 1.7% | -0.4% |
| Jewish | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 6% | 6.5% | -0.5% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Greenacre Road was 20.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 69.9% lower than the Abbey average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Greenacre Road has the 14th lowest crime rate of 77 local areas in Abbey and the 231st lowest crime rate of 1,001 local areas in Shropshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 5.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -72.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Greenacre Road, Shrewsbury, Shropshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2024-02-12 | £431,033 |
| 4 Greenacre Road, Shrewsbury, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2022-12-15 | £347,056 |
| 23 Greenacre Road, Shrewsbury, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £390,000 | 2022-08-17 | £429,763 |
| 2 Greenacre Road, Shrewsbury, Shropshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £312,000 | 2021-09-27 | £390,623 |
| 27 Greenacre Road, Shrewsbury, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2021-06-30 | £452,025 |
SY3 8LR 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 SY3 8LR area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 84 |
| Full-Time Employee | 80 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Other | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Education | 23 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodfield Infant School Woodfield Road , Copthorne SY3 8LU | 4out of 4 | 274 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's Junior School Woodfield Road , SY3 8LU | 3out of 4 | 327 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Radbrook Primary School Calverton Way , Bank Farm Road SY3 6DZ | 3out of 4 | 1,356 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oxon CofE Primary School Racecourse Lane , Bicton Heath SY3 5BJ | 4out of 4 | 1,929 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Coleham Primary School Greyfriars Road , SY3 7EN | 3out of 4 | 2,287 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Priory School Longden Road , SY3 9EE | 4out of 4 | 1,678 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Meole Brace School Longden Road , SY3 9DW | 3out of 4 | 2,073 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Belvidere School Crowmere Road , SY2 5LA | 4out of 4 | 4,246 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shrewsbury Academy Corndon Crescent , SY1 4LL | 1out of 4 | 4,929 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 | 1,344 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shrewsbury School The Schools , SY3 7BA | - not rated | 1,286 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shrewsbury High School 32 Town Walls , Shrewsbury SY1 1TN | - not rated | 1,593 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Winefride's Convent School Belmont , SY1 1TE | - not rated | 1,821 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Prestfelde School London Road , SY2 6NZ | - not rated | 3,782 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Severndale Specialist Academy Woodcote Way , Monkmoor SY2 5SH | 3out of 4 | 4,000 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holroyd Howe Independent Catering @ Shrewsbury School | Chandlers Mansions, 33 Kennedy Road | 963 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Beacon | Beacon Hotel, 156 Copthorne Road | 164 yd | |
| Bricklayers Arms | 78 Copthorne Road, Shrewsbury | 872 yd | |
| The Bull In The Barne | 52 - 54 The Mount, Shrewsbury | 891 yd | |
| Pengwern Boat Club | Porthill Road, Shrewsbury | 1,065 yd | |
| The Boathouse | New Street, Shrewsbury | 1,078 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Copthorne Fish Bar | 39 Mytton Oak Road, Shrewsbury | 476 yd | |
| Ambrosia Express | Unit 3, Oakfield Shopping Centre | 493 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Woodfield Tennis Club WOODFIELD ROAD | tennis courts | 327 yd |
| Radbrook Recreation Ground RADBROOK ROAD | grass pitches | 359 yd |
| Shorncliffe Drive Recreation Ground SHORNCLIFFE WAY | grass pitches | 478 yd |
| Copthorne Barracks (Closed) Copthorne Road | grass pitches | 608 yd |
| Radbrook Elite Health & Leisure Club (Closed) Radbrook Road | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 684 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 | 55.2% |
| 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 | 76.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 94.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160.06 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160.06 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30.01 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.