SY8 3AA is in Whitton, Ludlow and South Shropshire district. SY8 3AA is located in the Clee electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ludlow. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Whitton, Ludlow, SY8 3AA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SY8 3AA is primarily male, with 55.1% of the population being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 44.8% | 44.9% | 0.1% | 51.0% | -6.1% |
| Male | 55.2% | 55.1% | -0.1% | 49.0% | 6.1% |
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 SY8 3AA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 63.2% 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 | 23.7% | 22.6% | -1.1% | 37.9% | -15.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.7% | 63.2% | -1.5% | 44.2% | 19.0% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 0.5% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Divorced | 3.9% | 7.4% | 3.5% | 9.1% | -1.7% |
| Widowed | 5.8% | 6.3% | 0.5% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
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 | 49% | 46.5% | -2.5% | 48.4% | -1.9% |
| Good health | 36.8% | 38% | 1.2% | 33.6% | 4.4% |
| Fair health | 10.5% | 11.7% | 1.2% | 12.7% | -1.0% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 3.8% | 0.0% | 4.0% | -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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16.4% | 14.4% | -2.0% | 18.2% | -3.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.5% | 6.4% | -9.1% | 9.6% | -3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.9% | 11.7% | -6.2% | 13.4% | -1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 5.3% | 0.5% | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.1% | 20.7% | 9.6% | 16.9% | 3.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.5% | 38.3% | 9.8% | 33.8% | 4.5% |
| Other | 5.8% | 3.2% | -2.6% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.5% 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% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 100% | 99.5% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 18.1% |
In this area, 97.2% 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 | 96.2% | 97.2% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 2.3% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.2% | 97.2% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 0.5% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.3% | 76.7% | 2.6% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| No passport held | 18.8% | 13.5% | 5.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.5% | 37.2% | -8.7% |
| Christian | 66.4% | 46.2% | 20.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 3.7% | 6.0% | -2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around SY8 3AA was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Clee average.
SY8 3AA has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 26 local areas in Clee and the 24th lowest crime rate of 1,000 local areas in Shropshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 30.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkside, Ludlow, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £795,000 | 2022-01-21 | £884,675 |
| Court Lodge, Ludlow, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £445,000 | 2007-05-25 | £691,773 |
| Parkside, Ludlow, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2000-07-06 | £949,383 |
| Parkside, Ludlow, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £208,000 | 1998-05-05 | £892,921 |
| Yew Tree Cottage, Ludlow, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 1997-09-10 | £909,114 |
SY8 3AA area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 3% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 19% 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 3AA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 3AA 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 | 69 |
| Full-Time Employee | 45 |
| Self-Employed | 35 |
| Part-Time Employee | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 17 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Education | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clee Hill Community Academy Tenbury Road , Clee Hill SY8 3NE | 3out of 4 | 2,823 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bitterley CofE Primary School (Aided) Bitterley , SY8 3HF | 3out of 4 | 4,487 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 100.0% |
| Median download speed | 7.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 12.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 23.85 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 23.85 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 0.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 1.17 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.