Ridgebourne Road is in Shrewsbury and in Shrewsbury And Atcham district. SY3 9AA is located in the Radbrook 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 Ridgebourne Road, Shrewsbury, SY3 9AA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SY3 9AX, SY3 9AS, SY3 9AT, SY3 9AB, SY3 9AY, SY3 9AR, SY3 6DJ, SY3 6AN, SY3 6DQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SY3 9AA, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.9% 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 | 51.5% | 53.9% | 2.4% | 51.0% | 2.9% |
| Male | 48.5% | 46.1% | -2.4% | 49.0% | -2.9% |
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 9AA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 66.5% 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 | 23.8% | 18.9% | -4.9% | 37.9% | -19.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.8% | 66.5% | 5.7% | 44.2% | 22.3% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 10.5% | 10% | -0.5% | 9.1% | 0.9% |
| Widowed | 4.2% | 4.3% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
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 | 54.5% | 53.5% | -1.0% | 48.4% | 5.1% |
| Good health | 33.2% | 30% | -3.2% | 33.6% | -3.6% |
| Fair health | 10.2% | 12.9% | 2.7% | 12.7% | 0.2% |
| Bad health | 1.8% | 3% | 1.2% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 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.
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 53.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 10.5% | 11.8% | 1.3% | 18.2% | -6.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.6% | 7.9% | -4.7% | 9.6% | -1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.6% | 8.2% | -5.4% | 13.4% | -5.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 4.6% | 1.8% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 12.1% | 0.9% | 16.9% | -4.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 44.1% | 53.2% | 9.1% | 33.8% | 19.4% |
| Other | 5.2% | 2.1% | -3.1% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.1% 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% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 0.4% |
| Chinese | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.2% | 3% | 1.8% | 3.1% | -0.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| White | 97% | 93.1% | -3.9% | 81.4% | 11.7% |
| Other | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 89.8% 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 | 93.7% | 89.8% | -3.9% | 83.2% | 6.6% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 1.8% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 2.4% | 1.8% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.4% | 3% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -2.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.7% | 90.6% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 7.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 7.9% | 7.6% | 9.8% | -1.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.3% | 0.9% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90% | 76.7% | 13.3% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 8.2% | 13.5% | -5.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.2% | 37.2% | -4.0% |
| Christian | 52.1% | 46.2% | 5.9% |
| Hindu | 1.5% | 1.7% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Muslim | 1.5% | 6.5% | -5.0% |
| Sikh | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 9% | 6.0% | 3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ridgebourne Road was 15.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 74.6% lower than the Bayston Hill, Column and Sutton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Ridgebourne Road has the 16th lowest crime rate of 83 local areas in Bayston Hill, Column and Sutton and the 152nd lowest crime rate of 1,001 local areas in Shropshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -63.9%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 62% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Ridgebourne Road, Shrewsbury, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £780,000 | 2021-02-25 | £978,429 |
| 9 Ridgebourne Road, Shrewsbury, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £720,000 | 2020-08-14 | £965,414 |
| Plot 5 Ridgebourne Road, Shrewsbury, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £840,000 | 2017-02-10 | £1,219,539 |
| 13 Ridgebourne Road, Shrewsbury, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2016-12-13 | £726,902 |
| 21 Ridgebourne Road, Shrewsbury, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2014-03-27 | £523,370 |
SY3 9AA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 9AA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 39% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 110 |
| Full-Time Employee | 66 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 34 |
| Education | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Radbrook Primary School Calverton Way , Bank Farm Road SY3 6DZ | 3out of 4 | 643 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's Junior School Woodfield Road , SY3 8LU | 3out of 4 | 783 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodfield Infant School Woodfield Road , Copthorne SY3 8LU | 4out of 4 | 854 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Meole Brace Church of England Primary and Nursery Church Road , Meole Brace SY3 9HG | 3out of 4 | 1,782 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Coleham Primary School Greyfriars Road , SY3 7EN | 3out of 4 | 1,904 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 | 881 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Meole Brace School Longden Road , SY3 9DW | 3out of 4 | 1,272 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Belvidere School Crowmere Road , SY2 5LA | 4out of 4 | 4,073 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shrewsbury Academy Corndon Crescent , SY1 4LL | 1out of 4 | 5,171 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 | 1,323 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 | 896 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shrewsbury High School 32 Town Walls , Shrewsbury SY1 1TN | - not rated | 1,325 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Winefride's Convent School Belmont , SY1 1TE | - not rated | 1,574 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Prestfelde School London Road , SY2 6NZ | - not rated | 3,400 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Severndale Specialist Academy Woodcote Way , Monkmoor SY2 5SH | 3out of 4 | 4,034 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 | 349 yd | |
| Cafe Connect | Unit 9, The Morris Radbrook Centre | 690 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inn On The Green | Bank Farm Road, Shrewsbury | 690 yd | |
| Pengwern Boat Club | Porthill Road, Shrewsbury | 807 yd | |
| The Beacon | Beacon Hotel, 156 Copthorne Road | 959 yd | |
| Red Barn | 108 Longden Road, Shrewsbury | 1,078 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beijing Terrace | Bank Farm Road, Shrewsbury | 690 yd | |
| Radbrook Spice | Unit 1, The Morris Professional Centre | 739 yd | |
| Shrewsbury School Shop | Shrewsbury School, Ashton Road | 811 yd | |
| Ambrosia Express | Unit 3, Oakfield Shopping Centre | 886 yd | |
| Copthorne Fish Bar | 39 Mytton Oak Road, Shrewsbury | 1,002 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Radbrook Recreation Ground RADBROOK ROAD | grass pitches | 489 yd |
| Radbrook Elite Health & Leisure Club (Closed) Radbrook Road | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 556 yd |
| Shrewsbury High Prep School OLD ROMAN ROAD | grass pitches | 662 yd |
| The Priory School LONGDEN ROAD | grass pitches | 802 yd |
| Woodfield Tennis Club WOODFIELD ROAD | tennis courts | 834 yd |
| Shrewsbury School | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 839 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 | 0.0% |
| 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% |
| Median download speed | 36.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 35.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 50.28 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 50.28 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 14.67 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.