Bank Drive is in Dorrington, Shrewsbury and in Shrewsbury And Atcham district. SY5 7JH is located in the Burnell 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 Bank Drive, Dorrington, Shrewsbury, SY5 7JH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SY5 7JD, SY5 7JF, SY5 7JG, SY5 7HZ, SY5 7JQ, SY5 7JB, SY5 7HP, SY5 7JJ, SY5 7HQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SY5 7JH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.5% | 50.4% | 1.9% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 51.5% | 49.6% | -1.9% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
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 SY5 7JH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 66.4% 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 | 23.6% | 22.8% | -0.8% | 37.9% | -15.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.6% | 66.4% | 1.8% | 44.2% | 22.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 0.9% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 4.6% | 5.8% | 1.2% | 9.1% | -3.3% |
| Widowed | 5.7% | 3.5% | -2.2% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
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 (86.9%) 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 | 50.5% | 51.5% | 1.0% | 48.4% | 3.1% |
| Good health | 35.6% | 35.4% | -0.2% | 33.6% | 1.8% |
| Fair health | 11.3% | 9.4% | -1.9% | 12.7% | -3.3% |
| Bad health | 1.6% | 3.4% | 1.8% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.2% | -0.8% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
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 | 14.4% | 13.3% | -1.1% | 18.2% | -4.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.6% | 10.7% | 0.1% | 9.6% | 1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.9% | 11.4% | -1.5% | 13.4% | -2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 5.1% | 0.2% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.3% | 15.2% | 4.9% | 16.9% | -1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 41.4% | 40.3% | -1.1% | 33.8% | 6.5% |
| Other | 5.3% | 4% | -1.3% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 79.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 19% | 19.0% | 3.1% | 15.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 100% | 79.8% | -20.2% | 81.4% | -1.6% |
In this area, 92.5% 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% | 92.5% | -6.2% | 83.2% | 9.3% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.4% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 5.4% | 5.1% | 5.6% | -0.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.7% | 92.4% | -6.3% | 83.2% | 9.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.2% | 4.2% | 9.8% | -5.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -2.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 1.5% | 0.2% | 1.9% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.5% | 76.7% | 8.8% |
| Germany | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.2% | 1.5% | -1.3% |
| Southern Asia | 4% | 1.2% | 2.8% |
| No passport held | 9.6% | 13.5% | -3.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.9% | 37.2% | -8.3% |
| Christian | 48.3% | 46.2% | 2.1% |
| Hindu | 0.2% | 1.7% | -1.5% |
| Muslim | 0.2% | 6.5% | -6.3% |
| Sikh | 18.8% | 0.9% | 17.9% |
| Not answered | 3.6% | 6.0% | -2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bank Drive was 36.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 8.7% higher than the Burnell average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bank Drive has the 10th highest crime rate of 23 local areas in Burnell and the 471st lowest crime rate of 1,001 local areas in Shropshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 28.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -16.7%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Bank Drive, Shrewsbury, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2025-10-03 | £310,000 |
| 18 Bank Drive, Shrewsbury, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2025-10-03 | £375,000 |
| 14 Bank Drive, Shrewsbury, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £410,000 | 2024-06-19 | £452,735 |
| 5 Bank Drive, Shrewsbury, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2022-06-24 | £426,408 |
| 6 Bank Drive, Shrewsbury, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £286,500 | 2021-02-19 | £359,385 |
SY5 7JH area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 1% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 21% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
SY5 7JH 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 129 |
| Retired | 119 |
| Self-Employed | 91 |
| Part-Time Employee | 50 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Education | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Edward's CofE Primary School Church Road , Dorrington SY5 7JL | 1out of 4 | 249 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Longnor CofE Primary School Frodesley Road , Longnor SY5 7PP | 4out of 4 | 2,936 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Condover CofE Primary School Condover , SY5 7AA | 3out of 4 | 3,912 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dorrington Old Hall Persian Cuisine | Dorrington Old Hall, Main Road | 74 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Horseshoes Inn | Main Road, Dorrington | 74 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dorrington Village Hall THE MAITLANDS | grass pitches | 537 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 | 49.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 50.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 78.46 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 78.46 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 19.98 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.