SY5 8EX is in Longden, Shrewsbury and Shrewsbury And Atcham district. SY5 8EX is located in the Longden 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 Longden, Shrewsbury, SY5 8EX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SY5 8FB, SY5 8EY, SY5 8EU, SY5 8EW, SY5 8ET, SY5 8FA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SY5 8EX, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.1% 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 | 48.8% | 53.1% | 4.3% | 51.0% | 2.1% |
| Male | 51.2% | 46.9% | -4.3% | 49.0% | -2.1% |
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 8EX there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.3% 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 | 29.5% | 25.8% | -3.7% | 37.9% | -12.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.4% | 59.3% | 4.9% | 44.2% | 15.1% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 0.7% | -2.9% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 7.8% | 9.2% | 1.4% | 9.1% | 0.1% |
| Widowed | 4.6% | 5.1% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
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%) 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 | 45.5% | 50.7% | 5.2% | 48.4% | 2.3% |
| Good health | 37.7% | 35.3% | -2.4% | 33.6% | 1.7% |
| Fair health | 13.3% | 8.7% | -4.6% | 12.7% | -4.0% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 3.9% | 1.2% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 1.4% | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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 | 18.5% | 12.5% | -6.0% | 18.2% | -5.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10% | 7.4% | -2.6% | 9.6% | -2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.1% | 13.9% | -3.2% | 13.4% | 0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 8.8% | 4.2% | 5.3% | 3.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.6% | 16.2% | 6.6% | 16.9% | -0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.9% | 38.9% | 3.0% | 33.8% | 5.1% |
| Other | 4.3% | 2.4% | -1.9% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 96.7% | 98.3% | 1.6% | 81.4% | 16.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
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 | 93.1% | 95.2% | 2.1% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 2.4% | 0.3% | -2.1% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 1.4% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 2% | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.1% | 95.2% | 2.1% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 3.9% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -5.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 0.8% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.3% | 76.7% | 12.6% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 9.6% | 13.5% | -3.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.1% | 37.2% | -7.1% |
| Christian | 64.6% | 46.2% | 18.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.7% | 6.0% | -2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around SY5 8EX was 22.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 52.5% lower than the Longden average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
SY5 8EX has the 5th lowest crime rate of 25 local areas in Longden and the 262nd lowest crime rate of 1,001 local areas in Shropshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -62.5%.
Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 54% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garagon, Shrewsbury, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £435,000 | 2025-10-21 | £435,000 |
| 1 Laymynd Court, Shrewsbury, Shropshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £139,000 | 2024-09-06 | £152,622 |
| Limmeray, Shrewsbury, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £520,000 | 2024-03-20 | £577,778 |
| Garagon, Shrewsbury, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £412,500 | 2023-12-08 | £449,924 |
| Berwyn, Shrewsbury, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2023-08-15 | £309,280 |
SY5 8EX area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 6% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 17% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in SY5 8EX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 91 |
| Full-Time Employee | 81 |
| Self-Employed | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 36 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Education | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Longden CofE Primary School Plealey Road , Longden SY5 8EX | 3out of 4 | 143 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas and St Anne CofE Primary School Cruckmeole , Hanwood SY5 8JN | 3out of 4 | 3,393 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pontesbury CofE Primary School Bogey Lane , Pontesbury SY5 0TF | 4out of 4 | 4,196 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakmeadow Church of England Primary and Nursery School Longmeadow Site , Bayston Hill SY3 0NU | - not rated | 4,748 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edward's CofE Primary School Church Road , Dorrington SY5 7JL | 1out of 4 | 5,341 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mary Webb School and Science College Pontesbury , SY5 0TG | 3out of 4 | 4,124 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tankerville Arms | Shrewsbury Road, Longden | 2 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Douglas Swire Memorial Hall DOUGLAS SWIRE MEMORIAL HALL DOUGLAS SWIRE MEMORIAL HALL | grass pitches, tennis courts | 233 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 | 89.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 1.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 1.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 1.8% |
| 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 | 10.9% |
| Median download speed | 24.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 32.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 330 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 330 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.