Corve Street is in Ludlow and in South Shropshire district. SY8 1GB is located in the Ludlow North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ludlow. This postcode has been in use since 1995-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Corve Street, Ludlow, SY8 1GB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SY8 1DL, SY8 2PQ, SY8 1DA, SY8 1GE, SY8 1DP, SY8 1EE, SY8 1BF, SY8 1PZ, SY8 1EB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SY8 1GB, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.7% 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 | 51.5% | 52.7% | 1.2% | 51.0% | 1.7% |
| Male | 48.5% | 47.3% | -1.2% | 49.0% | -1.7% |
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 | 35.8% | 25.6% | -10.2% | 37.9% | -12.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.4% | 46.6% | 6.2% | 44.2% | 2.4% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 2.9% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 13.8% | 11.3% | -2.5% | 9.1% | 2.2% |
| Widowed | 7.3% | 13.4% | 6.1% | 6.1% | 7.3% |
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 | 44.8% | 37.1% | -7.7% | 48.4% | -11.3% |
| Good health | 34.9% | 39.5% | 4.6% | 33.6% | 5.9% |
| Fair health | 16.2% | 16.4% | 0.2% | 12.7% | 3.7% |
| Bad health | 2.1% | 6.3% | 4.2% | 4.0% | 2.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 0.8% | -1.3% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 44.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.3% | 18.1% | -1.2% | 18.2% | -0.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.9% | 5.5% | -6.4% | 9.6% | -4.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.3% | 10.9% | -2.4% | 13.4% | -2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 3.8% | 0.6% | 5.3% | -1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.1% | 14.7% | 4.6% | 16.9% | -2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.6% | 44.1% | 6.5% | 33.8% | 10.3% |
| Other | 4.6% | 2.9% | -1.7% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 97.9% | 97.7% | -0.2% | 81.4% | 16.3% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 90.6% 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 | 92.9% | 90.6% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 7.4% |
| European Union | 3.3% | 4.3% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.9% | 4.3% | 1.4% | 5.6% | -1.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.5% | 92.1% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 8.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 5.2% | 4.8% | 9.8% | -4.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.8% | 0% | -5.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77% | 76.7% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 2.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 2% | 1.5% | 0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 18.4% | 13.5% | 4.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.3% | 37.2% | -2.9% |
| Christian | 52.4% | 46.2% | 6.2% |
| Buddhist | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Muslim | 1.2% | 6.5% | -5.3% |
| Not answered | 11% | 6.0% | 5.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Corve Street was 144.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 99.3% higher than the Ludlow East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Corve Street has the 6th highest crime rate of 37 local areas in Ludlow East and the 83rd highest crime rate of 1,001 local areas in Shropshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 58.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -48.8%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 77% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Corve Street, Ludlow, Shropshire Terraced, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2021-06-04 | £589,671 |
| 31 Corve Street, Ludlow, Shropshire Terraced, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2018-09-18 | £466,816 |
| 32 Corve Street, Ludlow, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2014-11-07 | £415,322 |
| 30A Corve Street, Ludlow, Shropshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £355,000 | 2008-04-17 | £542,247 |
| 32 Corve Street, Ludlow, Shropshire Terraced, an established residential building | £179,500 | 1999-10-13 | £746,002 |
SY8 1GB area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 15% 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.
SY8 1GB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 SY8 1GB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 51% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 121 |
| Full-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 19 |
| Other | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Laurence CofE Primary School Jockeyfield , SY8 1TP | 3out of 4 | 822 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ludlow Primary School Clee View , SY8 1HX | 3out of 4 | 1,357 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Hooper Church of England Primary School Shropshire , SY8 4BX | 3out of 4 | 4,725 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ludlow Church of England School Bromfield Road , Burway SY8 1GJ | 3out of 4 | 923 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overton School Hereford Road , Ludlow SY8 4AD | - not rated | 3,681 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Moor Park School Moor Park , Richards Castle SY8 4DZ | - not rated | 4,128 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ludlow Street Cafe | Ludlow Street Cafe At, Lloyds Of Ludlow Ltd | 95 yd | |
| Mortimers | 17 Corve Street, Ludlow | 133 yd | |
| Costa @ Tesco | Tesco Stores Ltd, Corve Street | 213 yd | |
| Parkway Tasca Bar | 6 Parkway, Ludlow | 213 yd | |
| Bistro 7 Of Ludlow | Ground Floor, Palmers House | 247 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Compasses Inn | 1 Corve Street, Ludlow | 133 yd | |
| The Bridge Inn | Corve Street, Ludlow | 323 yd | |
| Bull Hotel | 14 Bull Ring, Ludlow | 345 yd | |
| Church Inn | Church Street, Ludlow | 407 yd | |
| Ye Olde Bull Ring Tavern | Bull Ring Tavern, 44 Bull Ring | 414 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yo! To Go! @ Tescos | Tesco Stores Ltd, Corve Street | 213 yd | |
| The Plaice | 133 Corve Street, Ludlow | 213 yd | |
| Greggs PLC | 10A - 10B King Street, Ludlow | 407 yd | |
| Vaughan's Sandwich Bar | 14 King Street, Ludlow | 410 yd | |
| Crumbs | 14 Tower Street, Ludlow | 414 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Aldi Stores Ltd, Station Drive | 116 yd | |
| Tesco Stores Ltd | Corve Street, Ludlow | 213 yd | |
| Spar / Subway | Spar Ludlow, 1 Castle Street | 489 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ludlow Rugby Football Club MEADOWSWEET MEADOWSWEET LINNEY | grass pitches | 460 yd |
| Ludlow College CASTLE SQUARE | health and fitness suite | 476 yd |
| St Laurence Cofe Primary School JOCKEY FIELDS | grass pitches | 721 yd |
| Ludlow Cricket Ground Burway Lane | grass pitches, tennis courts | 763 yd |
| Ludlow Church Of England School BROMFIELD ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,017 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.