The Leasowes is in Ford, Shrewsbury and in Shrewsbury And Atcham district. SY5 9LU 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 The Leasowes, Ford, Shrewsbury, SY5 9LU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SY5 9LT, SY5 9LS, SY5 9NY, SY5 9GJ, SY5 9LW, SY5 9LR, SY5 9LP, SY5 9LL, SY5 9LX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SY5 9LU, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.2% 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 | 53.7% | 52.2% | -1.5% | 51.0% | 1.2% |
| Male | 46.3% | 47.8% | 1.5% | 49.0% | -1.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 31.3% | 41.4% | 10.1% | 37.9% | 3.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.4% | 39.2% | -3.2% | 44.2% | -5.0% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 2.5% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 11.2% | 10.1% | -1.1% | 9.1% | 1.0% |
| Widowed | 13.3% | 6.8% | -6.5% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
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 | 42.5% | 47.5% | 5.0% | 48.4% | -0.9% |
| Good health | 34.5% | 31.7% | -2.8% | 33.6% | -1.9% |
| Fair health | 18.3% | 15.8% | -2.5% | 12.7% | 3.1% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 4.4% | 1.2% | 4.0% | 0.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 0.6% | -0.9% | 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 | 30.6% | 24% | -6.6% | 18.2% | 5.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14% | 10% | -4.0% | 9.6% | 0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.1% | 14.3% | -0.8% | 13.4% | 0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 4.3% | 0.0% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 20.8% | 9.6% | 16.9% | 3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.2% | 23.7% | 2.5% | 33.8% | -10.1% |
| Other | 3.6% | 2.9% | -0.7% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| White | 98.5% | 95.8% | -2.7% | 81.4% | 14.4% |
| Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 94.4% 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 | 94.7% | 94.4% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| European Union | 2.7% | 3.9% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.4% | 94.4% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 5% | 4.4% | 9.8% | -4.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.5% | 0% | -3.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.6% | 76.7% | -6.1% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.7% | 1.5% | 0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 26.1% | 13.5% | 12.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.7% | 37.2% | 4.5% |
| Christian | 50.6% | 46.2% | 4.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 7.5% | 6.0% | 1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Leasowes was 83.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 46.1% higher than the Bagley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Leasowes has the 27th highest crime rate of 83 local areas in Bagley and the 201st highest crime rate of 1,001 local areas in Shropshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 59.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -22.8%.
Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 52% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50 The Leasowes, Shrewsbury, Shropshire Terraced, an established residential building | £226,000 | 2023-08-04 | £238,148 |
| 48 The Leasowes, Shrewsbury, Shropshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2018-07-02 | £275,260 |
| 70 The Leasowes, Shrewsbury, Shropshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2016-05-17 | £293,611 |
| 41 The Leasowes, Shrewsbury, Shropshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £94,000 | 2014-12-17 | £149,861 |
| 50 The Leasowes, Shrewsbury, Shropshire Terraced, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2009-12-18 | £246,246 |
SY5 9LU 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 | 98 |
| Retired | 56 |
| Part-Time Employee | 44 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 16 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trinity CofE Primary School Butt Lane , Ford SY5 9LG | 3out of 4 | 357 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bicton CofE Primary School and Nursery Bicton Lane , Bicton SY3 8EH | 2out of 4 | 3,945 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oxon CofE Primary School Racecourse Lane , Bicton Heath SY3 5BJ | 4out of 4 | 4,867 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas and St Anne CofE Primary School Cruckmeole , Hanwood SY5 8JN | 3out of 4 | 5,112 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dinkys Dinah | Lay By, Ford | 317 yd | |
| Saffron Cottage | Ford, Shrewsbury | 658 yd | |
| Ford Fish Bar | Cafe And Takeaway, Ford | 658 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 | 54.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 56.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.