Whitbread Road is in Ludlow and in Shropshire district. SY8 1JB is located in the Ludlow East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ludlow. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Whitbread Road, Ludlow, SY8 1JB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SY8 1JA, SY8 1HJ, SY8 1HZ, SY8 1HL, SY8 1HH, SY8 1HD, SY8 1HY, SY8 1EZ, SY8 1JD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SY8 1JB, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.8% 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 | 55% | 54.8% | -0.2% | 51.0% | 3.8% |
| Male | 45% | 45.2% | 0.2% | 49.0% | -3.8% |
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 | 24.2% | 26.6% | 2.4% | 37.9% | -11.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.6% | 38.3% | -4.3% | 44.2% | -5.9% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 1.9% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 11.2% | 11.7% | 0.5% | 9.1% | 2.6% |
| Widowed | 20.2% | 21% | 0.8% | 6.1% | 14.9% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (60.4%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 32.3% | 30.4% | -1.9% | 48.4% | -18.0% |
| Good health | 30% | 30% | 0.0% | 33.6% | -3.6% |
| Fair health | 23.5% | 24.2% | 0.7% | 12.7% | 11.5% |
| Bad health | 12.3% | 11.7% | -0.6% | 4.0% | 7.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 3.8% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 2.6% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 22.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 41.7% | 23.9% | -17.8% | 18.2% | 5.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13% | 11.7% | -1.3% | 9.6% | 2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.9% | 16.4% | 6.5% | 13.4% | 3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 10.8% | 5.9% | 5.3% | 5.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9% | 10.8% | 1.8% | 16.9% | -6.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.6% | 22.5% | 5.9% | 33.8% | -11.3% |
| Other | 4.9% | 3.8% | -1.1% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.2% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95% | 99.2% | 4.2% | 81.4% | 17.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 93.7% 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% | 93.7% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 10.5% |
| European Union | 3.8% | 4.6% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95% | 93.3% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 4.6% | 3.8% | 9.8% | -5.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0.8% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.5% | 76.7% | -7.2% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 3.3% | 1.3% | 2.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 24.7% | 13.5% | 11.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.5% | 37.2% | -8.7% |
| Christian | 66.5% | 46.2% | 20.3% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Whitbread Road was 30.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 58.4% lower than the Ludlow East average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Whitbread Road has the 9th lowest crime rate of 37 local areas in Ludlow East and the 371st lowest crime rate of 1,001 local areas in Shropshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -18.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 47 Whitbread Road, Ludlow, Shropshire Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2020-02-27 | £212,041 |
| 51 Whitbread Road, Ludlow, Shropshire Terraced, an established residential building | £108,000 | 2014-01-31 | £173,703 |
| 47 Whitbread Road, Ludlow, Shropshire Terraced, an established residential building | £96,000 | 2010-12-10 | £155,123 |
SY8 1JB 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 SY8 1JB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 47% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 101 |
| Full-Time Employee | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ludlow Primary School Clee View , SY8 1HX | 3out of 4 | 433 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Laurence CofE Primary School Jockeyfield , SY8 1TP | 3out of 4 | 951 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Hooper Church of England Primary School Shropshire , SY8 4BX | 3out of 4 | 4,748 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bitterley CofE Primary School (Aided) Bitterley , SY8 3HF | 3out of 4 | 5,315 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,521 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 | 3,975 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Moor Park School Moor Park , Richards Castle SY8 4DZ | - not rated | 4,635 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Codfather | 6 Prospect Cottages, Rock Lane | 427 yd | |
| Working Together (Ludlow) Ltd Cafe | Rockspring Community Centre, Sandford Road | 440 yd | |
| Cafe V | 6 New Road, Ludlow | 495 yd | |
| The China Garden | China Garden, 2 New Road | 495 yd | |
| Ludlow Fishbar And Restaurant | Ludlow Fish Bar, New Inn Chambers | 807 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Nelson Inn | Nelson Inn, Rocks Green | 795 yd | |
| The Queens | 114 Lower Galdeford, Ludlow | 847 yd | |
| The Ludlow Club | 12A Tower Street, Ludlow | 919 yd | |
| The Bridge Inn | Corve Street, Ludlow | 923 yd | |
| Compasses Inn | 1 Corve Street, Ludlow | 938 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kingfisher Fish Bar | 11 Rock Lane, Ludlow | 335 yd | |
| Thai Box | 3 - 4 Upper Galdeford, Ludlow | 807 yd | |
| Munchies | Munchies Pizza, Advertiser Building | 807 yd | |
| Ludlow Pizza Company | Unit 7, Lingen Road | 885 yd | |
| Yo! To Go! @ Tescos | Tesco Stores Ltd, Corve Street | 906 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Aldi Stores Ltd, Station Drive | 815 yd | |
| Tesco Stores Ltd | Corve Street, Ludlow | 906 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Laurence Cofe Primary School JOCKEY FIELDS | grass pitches | 951 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.