Crow Lane is in Somerwood, Shrewsbury and in The Wrekin district. SY4 4RL is located in the Wrockwardine electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of The Wrekin. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Crow Lane, Somerwood, Shrewsbury, SY4 4RL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SY4 4RL, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.9% 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 | 46% | 52.9% | 6.9% | 51.0% | 1.9% |
| Male | 54% | 47.1% | -6.9% | 49.0% | -1.9% |
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 SY4 4RL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 62.6% 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 | 21.4% | 18.5% | -2.9% | 37.9% | -19.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.7% | 62.6% | 1.9% | 44.2% | 18.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 2.9% | 1.4% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 6.5% | 9.7% | 3.2% | 9.1% | 0.6% |
| Widowed | 9.5% | 5.5% | -4.0% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 43.3% | 49.3% | 6.0% | 48.4% | 0.9% |
| Good health | 35.7% | 30.1% | -5.6% | 33.6% | -3.5% |
| Fair health | 17.4% | 13.6% | -3.8% | 12.7% | 0.9% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 5.1% | 2.0% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1.8% | 1.4% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.9% | 17.3% | -2.6% | 18.2% | -0.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10% | 5.5% | -4.5% | 9.6% | -4.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9% | 13.1% | 4.1% | 13.4% | -0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.5% | 8.9% | 3.4% | 5.3% | 3.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.4% | 16.5% | 1.1% | 16.9% | -0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.3% | 36.7% | -0.6% | 33.8% | 2.9% |
| Other | 3% | 2.1% | -0.9% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.6% | 98.5% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 17.1% |
In this area, 98.2% 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 | 98.7% | 98.2% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 0.4% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| 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 | 98.2% | 98.2% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 9.8% | -8.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.2% | 76.7% | 5.5% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 17.5% | 13.5% | 4.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41% | 37.2% | 3.8% |
| Christian | 52.4% | 46.2% | 6.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Crow Lane was 24.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 26.9% lower than the Admaston & Bratton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Crow Lane has the 17th lowest crime rate of 60 local areas in Admaston & Bratton and the 92nd lowest crime rate of 562 local areas in Telford and Wrekin .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -40.0%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 70% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Crow Lane, Shrewsbury, Wrekin Terraced, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2020-07-10 | £343,496 |
| Graceleigh Crow Lane, Shrewsbury, Wrekin Other, an established residential building | £268,000 | 2017-12-07 | £337,853 |
| 3 Crow Lane, Shrewsbury, Wrekin Terraced, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2013-05-31 | £359,016 |
| Chapel Cottage Crow Lane, Shrewsbury, Wrekin Detached, an established residential building | £132,000 | 1999-10-07 | £524,906 |
| Chapel Cottage Crow Lane, Shrewsbury, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £43,000 | 1995-03-07 | £218,870 |
SY4 4RL 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 SY4 4RL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 87 |
| Full-Time Employee | 68 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Education | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Lucia's CofE Primary School & Nursery Upton Magna , SY4 4TZ | 3out of 4 | 2,962 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harlescott Junior School Featherbed Lane , SY1 4QN | 3out of 4 | 4,051 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sundorne Infant School and Nursery Corndon Crescent , Sundorne Road SY1 4LE | 2out of 4 | 4,638 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| High Ercall Primary School Church Road , High Ercall TF6 6AF | 3out of 4 | 4,817 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Belvidere Primary School Tenbury Drive , Telford Estate SY2 5YB | 3out of 4 | 4,906 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shrewsbury Academy Corndon Crescent , SY1 4LL | 1out of 4 | 4,603 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Belvidere School Crowmere Road , SY2 5LA | 4out of 4 | 5,098 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rodenhurst School Rodenhurst Hall , Rodenhurst Lane SY4 4QU | - not rated | 3,844 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tuition, Medical and Behaviour Support Service Central Office Admin , Sundorne Education Centre SY1 4RG | 3out of 4 | 4,072 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Severndale Specialist Academy Woodcote Way , Monkmoor SY2 5SH | 3out of 4 | 5,103 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 12.5% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 100.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.