Alison Drive is in Church Stretton and in South Shropshire district. SY6 7AU is located in the Church Stretton and Craven Arms electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ludlow. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Alison Drive, Church Stretton, SY6 7AU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SY6 7BA, SY6 7AA, SY6 7EH, SY6 7AT, SY6 7AS, SY6 7AR, SY6 7AQ, SY6 7AX, SY6 7AB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SY6 7AU, 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 | 53.9% | 52.9% | -1.0% | 51.0% | 1.9% |
| Male | 46.1% | 47.1% | 1.0% | 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 SY6 7AU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.7% 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 | 15.2% | 15.3% | 0.1% | 37.9% | -22.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.8% | 61.7% | -1.1% | 44.2% | 17.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 6.5% | 7.1% | 0.6% | 9.1% | -2.0% |
| Widowed | 15.5% | 14.5% | -1.0% | 6.1% | 8.4% |
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 | 37.9% | 37.5% | -0.4% | 48.4% | -10.9% |
| Good health | 38.2% | 41.6% | 3.4% | 33.6% | 8.0% |
| Fair health | 17.5% | 15.9% | -1.6% | 12.7% | 3.2% |
| Bad health | 5.2% | 3.6% | -1.6% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1.4% | 0.2% | 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.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 50.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.2% | 13.6% | -3.6% | 18.2% | -4.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 5.5% | 5.6% | 0.1% | 9.6% | -4.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.5% | 12.8% | -3.7% | 13.4% | -0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.6% | 2.4% | 0.8% | 5.3% | -2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.4% | 14.2% | 6.8% | 16.9% | -2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 49.8% | 50.1% | 0.3% | 33.8% | 16.3% |
| Other | 1.9% | 1.2% | -0.7% | 2.8% | -1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.9% 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 Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 100% | 98.9% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 17.5% |
In this area, 94.5% 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 | 95.9% | 94.5% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 2.7% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 0.8% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.8% | 94% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 5.2% | 4.3% | 9.8% | -4.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.5% | 0% | -3.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.6% | 76.7% | 9.9% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 10.9% | 13.5% | -2.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.3% | 37.2% | -1.9% |
| Christian | 57% | 46.2% | 10.8% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 6.6% | 6.0% | 0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Alison Drive was 16.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 62.9% lower than the Church Stretton and Craven Arms average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Alison Drive has the 7th lowest crime rate of 41 local areas in Church Stretton and Craven Arms and the 171st lowest crime rate of 1,001 local areas in Shropshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -70.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Alison Drive, Church Stretton, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2018-06-15 | £508,256 |
| 1 Alison Drive, Church Stretton, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2016-03-24 | £487,207 |
| 2 Alison Drive, Church Stretton, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £208,000 | 2007-06-29 | £319,473 |
| 2 Alison Drive, Church Stretton, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2004-10-01 | £407,682 |
| 1 Alison Drive, Church Stretton, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £167,500 | 2000-10-04 | £538,730 |
SY6 7AU 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 SY6 7AU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 57% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 192 |
| Full-Time Employee | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Education | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Lawrence CofE Primary School Shrewsbury Road , SY6 6EX | 3out of 4 | 842 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Church Stretton School Shrewsbury Road , SY6 6EX | 3out of 4 | 905 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Costa @ Applegreen Service Station | Applegreen Service Station, Crossways | 535 yd | |
| Flamingo's | Flamingo's, 14 Beaumont Road | 659 yd | |
| Mad Hatters | Unit 7, The Mynd | 687 yd | |
| Mayfair Health Wellbeing Centre Menu | Church Stretton Medical Practice, Church Stretton Medical Centre | 717 yd | |
| Mayfair Community Centre | Mayfair Court, Easthope Road | 718 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bucks Head | 42 High Street, Church Stretton | 853 yd | |
| Kings Arms | 53 High Street, Church Stretton | 899 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best Pizza & Kebab House | 38 Sandford Avenue, Church Stretton | 631 yd | |
| Church Stretton Fish Bar | 29 - 31 High Street, Church Stretton | 853 yd | |
| Ying Wah | 63 High Street, Church Stretton | 899 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Family Shopper | 50 Sandford Avenue, Church Stretton | 573 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Brooksbury Playing Fields CHURCHILL ROAD | grass pitches | 622 yd |
| Russels Meadow Ground Lutwyche Road | grass pitches | 632 yd |
| Mayfair Community Centre MAYFAIR COMMUNITY CENTRE MAYFAIR COMMUNITY CENTRE EASTHOPE ROAD | 700 yd | |
| Teme Church Stretton SHREWSBURY ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 877 yd |
| Church Stretton School SHREWSBURY ROAD | grass pitches | 999 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.