Friars Field is in Ludlow and in South Shropshire district. SY8 1JJ is located in the Ludlow South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ludlow. This postcode has been in use since 1998-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Friars Field, Ludlow, SY8 1JJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SY8 1JN, SY8 1PU, SY8 1UR, SY8 1NE, SY8 1UP, SY8 1NY, SY8 1PA, SY8 1UN, SY8 1PB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SY8 1JJ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.6% 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 | 53.1% | 53.6% | 0.5% | 51.0% | 2.6% |
| Male | 46.9% | 46.4% | -0.5% | 49.0% | -2.6% |
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 | 27.1% | 25% | -2.1% | 37.9% | -12.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.3% | 48.6% | -1.7% | 44.2% | 4.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 2.2% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 12.7% | 14.1% | 1.4% | 9.1% | 5.0% |
| Widowed | 8.6% | 9.1% | 0.5% | 6.1% | 3.0% |
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 | 34% | 40.7% | 6.7% | 48.4% | -7.7% |
| Good health | 41.4% | 35.1% | -6.3% | 33.6% | 1.5% |
| Fair health | 17.5% | 17.9% | 0.4% | 12.7% | 5.2% |
| Bad health | 6.7% | 5% | -1.7% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 | 22.9% | 19.6% | -3.3% | 18.2% | 1.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13% | 8.3% | -4.7% | 9.6% | -1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.8% | 18.8% | 1.0% | 13.4% | 5.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 5.1% | 1.3% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.7% | 17% | 2.3% | 16.9% | 0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.9% | 27.5% | 4.6% | 33.8% | -6.3% |
| Other | 4.8% | 3.6% | -1.2% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.4% | 99% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 17.6% |
In this area, 96.7% 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 | 95.4% | 96.7% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| European Union | 3.1% | 2.3% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0.7% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 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 | 95.4% | 96.4% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2.6% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.1% | 0.3% | -1.8% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.1% | 76.7% | -1.6% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 23.6% | 13.5% | 10.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.4% | 37.2% | -0.8% |
| Christian | 55.6% | 46.2% | 9.4% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 6.6% | 6.0% | 0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Friars Field was 47.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 35.0% lower than the Ludlow East average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Friars Field has the 12th lowest crime rate of 37 local areas in Ludlow East and the 410th highest crime rate of 1,001 local areas in Shropshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -59.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Friars Field, Ludlow, Shropshire Terraced, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2023-07-21 | £216,899 |
| 5 Friars Field, Ludlow, Shropshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2022-10-07 | £233,944 |
| 8 Friars Field, Ludlow, Shropshire Terraced, an established residential building | £202,950 | 2021-11-24 | £238,266 |
| 12 Friars Field, Ludlow, Shropshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £238,000 | 2021-07-26 | £287,176 |
| 10 Friars Field, Ludlow, Shropshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £199,000 | 2021-06-21 | £242,052 |
SY8 1JJ area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 23% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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 1JJ 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 1JJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 102 |
| Full-Time Employee | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 33 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 37 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Laurence CofE Primary School Jockeyfield , SY8 1TP | 3out of 4 | 92 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ludlow Primary School Clee View , SY8 1HX | 3out of 4 | 1,199 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Hooper Church of England Primary School Shropshire , SY8 4BX | 3out of 4 | 3,897 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 | 1,830 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 | 3,015 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Moor Park School Moor Park , Richards Castle SY8 4DZ | - not rated | 3,667 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athena Taverna & Cafe | Bishop Mascall Centre Foundation, Ludlow Conference Centre | 286 yd | |
| Kin Kitchen | 5 Old Street, Ludlow | 452 yd | |
| The Corner House | 2 - 4 Old Street, Ludlow | 453 yd | |
| Ludlow Fishbar And Restaurant | Ludlow Fish Bar, New Inn Chambers | 481 yd | |
| The French Pantry | 15 Tower Street, Ludlow | 517 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Queens | 114 Lower Galdeford, Ludlow | 405 yd | |
| Wheatsheaf Inn | Lower Broad Street, Ludlow | 451 yd | |
| Old Street Tavern | 4 Old Street, Ludlow | 453 yd | |
| The Ludlow Club | 12A Tower Street, Ludlow | 492 yd | |
| Ye Olde Bull Ring Tavern | Bull Ring Tavern, 44 Bull Ring | 542 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evergreen Fish Bar & Chinese Takeaway | 7 Old Street, Ludlow | 453 yd | |
| Thai Box | 3 - 4 Upper Galdeford, Ludlow | 481 yd | |
| Munchies | Munchies Pizza, Advertiser Building | 481 yd | |
| Crumbs | 14 Tower Street, Ludlow | 517 yd | |
| Greggs PLC | 10A - 10B King Street, Ludlow | 574 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spar / Subway | Spar Ludlow, 1 Castle Street | 688 yd | |
| Tesco Stores Ltd | Corve Street, Ludlow | 704 yd | |
| Aldi | Aldi Stores Ltd, Station Drive | 869 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Laurence Cofe Primary School JOCKEY FIELDS | grass pitches | 203 yd |
| Ludlow College CASTLE SQUARE | health and fitness suite | 782 yd |
| Ludlow Rugby Football Club MEADOWSWEET MEADOWSWEET LINNEY | grass pitches | 1,091 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 | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 52.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.76 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.76 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.