Bryn Mawr is in Crew Green, Shrewsbury and in Montgomeryshire district. SY5 9BS is located in the Llandrinio electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Montgomeryshire. This postcode has been in use since 1988-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bryn Mawr, Crew Green, Shrewsbury, SY5 9BS 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. The local area around SY5 9BS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.5% | 50.7% | 0.2% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 49.5% | 49.3% | -0.2% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
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 9BS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 63.3% 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 | 21.1% | 19.2% | -1.9% | 37.9% | -18.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.6% | 63.3% | 1.7% | 44.2% | 19.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 1.7% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 8% | 8.2% | 0.2% | 9.1% | -0.9% |
| Widowed | 7.7% | 5.8% | -1.9% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
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 | 50% | 49.3% | -0.7% | 48.4% | 0.9% |
| Good health | 35.8% | 32.6% | -3.2% | 33.6% | -1.0% |
| Fair health | 11% | 14.4% | 3.4% | 12.7% | 1.7% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 3% | 0.3% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 16.4% | 13.2% | -3.2% | 18.2% | -5.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.9% | 9.4% | -5.5% | 9.6% | -0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.6% | 13.8% | -0.8% | 13.4% | 0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 7.1% | 2.9% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.9% | 18.8% | 6.9% | 16.9% | 1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.4% | 34.7% | -0.7% | 33.8% | 0.9% |
| Other | 2.7% | 2.9% | 0.2% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99% 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% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 3.1% | -2.9% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99.5% | 99% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 17.6% |
| Other | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 95.5% 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 | 97.1% | 95.5% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 2.7% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.5% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.8% | 95.5% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.2% | 3% | 2.8% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -2.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0.7% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.6% | 76.7% | 5.9% |
| Other EU countries | 2% | 1.5% | 0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 15.2% | 13.5% | 1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.7% | 37.2% | -1.5% |
| Christian | 57.8% | 46.2% | 11.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 0.2% | 6.5% | -6.3% |
| Sikh | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bryn Mawr was 23.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 0.1% higher than the Berriew and Castle Caereinion average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bryn Mawr has the 21st lowest crime rate of 53 local areas in Berriew and Castle Caereinion and the 83rd lowest crime rate of 434 local areas in Powys .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -46.6%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 72% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bryn Mawr, Shrewsbury, Powys Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2025-10-03 | £225,000 |
| 2 Bryn Mawr, Shrewsbury, Powys Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £257,500 | 2022-11-18 | £257,743 |
| 3 Bryn Mawr, Shrewsbury, Powys Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2022-08-04 | £231,093 |
| 4 Bryn Mawr, Shrewsbury, Powys Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2020-09-10 | £247,583 |
| 5 Bryn Mawr, Shrewsbury, Powys Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £171,000 | 2020-01-31 | £228,718 |
SY5 9BS area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 11% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% 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 9BS 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 | 118 |
| Retired | 98 |
| Self-Employed | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Human health and social work activities | 33 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 17 |
| Other | 17 |
| Education | 16 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 15 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brynhafren C.P. School Bryn Hafren , Crew Green SY5 9BJ | - not rated | 317 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| The Henslow and Evolution School Holyhead Road , Bicton SY3 8EQ | - not rated | 3,386 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Old Potting Shed | Brook House Farm, Crew Green | 407 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 17.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 148.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.