Steventon New Road is in Ludlow and in South Shropshire district. SY8 1JU is located in the Ludlow South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ludlow. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Steventon New Road, Ludlow, SY8 1JU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SY8 1JX, SY8 1LY, SY8 1JT, SY8 1JY, SY8 1LP, SY8 1LX, SY8 1LJ, SY8 1LU, SY8 1LW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SY8 1JU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46.9% | 50.4% | 3.5% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 53.1% | 49.6% | -3.5% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
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 | 16.7% | 26.4% | 9.7% | 37.9% | -11.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.4% | 49.4% | -14.0% | 44.2% | 5.2% |
| Separated | 5.1% | 2.6% | -2.5% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 10% | 1.7% | 9.1% | 0.9% |
| Widowed | 6.5% | 11.7% | 5.2% | 6.1% | 5.6% |
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 | 39% | 38.5% | -0.5% | 48.4% | -9.9% |
| Good health | 42.3% | 34.7% | -7.6% | 33.6% | 1.1% |
| Fair health | 13.7% | 20.2% | 6.5% | 12.7% | 7.5% |
| Bad health | 4.6% | 3.8% | -0.8% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 2.7% | 2.3% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
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 21.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37.5% | 25.8% | -11.7% | 18.2% | 7.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.4% | 7.7% | -5.7% | 9.6% | -1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12% | 16.7% | 4.7% | 13.4% | 3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 7.3% | 1.3% | 5.3% | 2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.7% | 17.6% | 7.9% | 16.9% | 0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.7% | 21.9% | 5.2% | 33.8% | -11.9% |
| Other | 4.6% | 3% | -1.6% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% 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 | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| White | 99.2% | 99.6% | 0.4% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
In this area, 97.3% 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 | 97.1% | 97.3% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 1.1% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 1.1% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.1% | 97.3% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 2.7% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.9% | 76.7% | 4.2% |
| No passport held | 19.1% | 13.5% | 5.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.7% | 37.2% | -7.5% |
| Christian | 62.7% | 46.2% | 16.5% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 7.2% | 6.0% | 1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Steventon New Road was 137.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 89.8% higher than the Ludlow East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Steventon New Road has the 7th highest crime rate of 37 local areas in Ludlow East and the 93rd highest crime rate of 1,001 local areas in Shropshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 44.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -4.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orchard House Steventon New Road, Ludlow, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2017-10-26 | £513,685 |
| Orchard House Steventon New Road, Ludlow, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2013-06-27 | £465,634 |
| Riverdale Orchard Steventon New Road, Ludlow, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2013-02-01 | £287,740 |
| Orchard House Steventon New Road, Ludlow, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2011-05-06 | £450,555 |
| Orchard House Steventon New Road, Ludlow, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £79,000 | 1998-07-03 | £332,189 |
SY8 1JU 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 1JU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 42% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 96 |
| Full-Time Employee | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Laurence CofE Primary School Jockeyfield , SY8 1TP | 3out of 4 | 814 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ludlow Primary School Clee View , SY8 1HX | 3out of 4 | 1,218 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Hooper Church of England Primary School Shropshire , SY8 4BX | 3out of 4 | 3,522 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 | 2,483 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 | 2,921 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Moor Park School Moor Park , Richards Castle SY8 4DZ | - not rated | 3,771 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oriental City | Unit 2, Estate House | 636 yd | |
| Monkey Mania | Lingen Road, Ludlow | 809 yd | |
| Working Together (Ludlow) Ltd Cafe | Rockspring Community Centre, Sandford Road | 811 yd | |
| Codfather | 6 Prospect Cottages, Rock Lane | 829 yd | |
| Athena Taverna & Cafe | Bishop Mascall Centre Foundation, Ludlow Conference Centre | 982 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Squirrel | Foldgate Lane, Ludlow | 524 yd | |
| The Charlton Arms | Charlton Arms Hotel, Ludford | 1,088 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chutneys | 6 Parys Road, Ludlow | 665 yd | |
| Ludlow Pizza Company | Unit 7, Lingen Road | 809 yd | |
| Kingfisher Fish Bar | 11 Rock Lane, Ludlow | 960 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Laurence Cofe Primary School JOCKEY FIELDS | grass pitches | 925 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.