Church Street is in Market Drayton and in North Shropshire district. TF9 1AF is located in the Market Drayton West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Shropshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Church Street, Market Drayton, TF9 1AF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TF9 3DA, TF9 3DD, TF9 1AQ, TF9 3BY, TF9 3GA, TF9 1AA, TF9 3QS, TF9 1AG, TF9 3BZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding TF9 1AF has a slightly higher male population, with 51.1% of residents 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 | 49.8% | 48.9% | -0.9% | 51.0% | -2.1% |
| Male | 50.2% | 51.1% | 0.9% | 49.0% | 2.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around TF9 1AF, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.9% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 37.2% | 45.9% | 8.7% | 37.9% | 8.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.7% | 29.9% | -6.8% | 44.2% | -14.3% |
| Separated | 6.2% | 3.6% | -2.6% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 12.4% | 12.4% | 0.0% | 9.1% | 3.3% |
| Widowed | 7.5% | 8.2% | 0.7% | 6.1% | 2.1% |
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 | 46.1% | 50% | 3.9% | 48.4% | 1.6% |
| Good health | 36.8% | 33.3% | -3.5% | 33.6% | -0.3% |
| Fair health | 11.9% | 12.3% | 0.4% | 12.7% | -0.4% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 3.1% | -1.4% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 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 | 27% | 18.4% | -8.6% | 18.2% | 0.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.5% | 6.1% | -5.4% | 9.6% | -3.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.4% | 9.7% | -2.7% | 13.4% | -3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 6.1% | 3.4% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15% | 19.9% | 4.9% | 16.9% | 3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.5% | 36.7% | 10.2% | 33.8% | 2.9% |
| Other | 4.9% | 3.1% | -1.8% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93% 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% | 4.4% | 4.4% | 0.7% | 3.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 96.3% | 93% | -3.3% | 81.4% | 11.6% |
| Other | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 89.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.7% | 89.9% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 6.7% |
| European Union | 2.6% | 4.4% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.6% | 4.4% | 1.8% | 5.6% | -1.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.9% | 88.7% | -4.2% | 83.2% | 5.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 4.8% | 4.4% | 9.8% | -5.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 2.6% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 2.2% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.7% | 1.7% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.2% | 76.7% | -0.5% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Romania | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 2.6% | 1.5% | 1.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.8% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| No passport held | 17.2% | 13.5% | 3.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.8% | 37.2% | 3.6% |
| Christian | 51.3% | 46.2% | 5.1% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Other religion | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Church Street was 246.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 146.7% higher than the Market Drayton East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Church Street has the 3rd highest crime rate of 60 local areas in Market Drayton East and the 37th highest crime rate of 1,001 local areas in Shropshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 157.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -62.3%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Church Street, Market Drayton, Shropshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2024-09-26 | £356,850 |
| 24 Church Street, Market Drayton, Shropshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2023-07-11 | £278,963 |
| 24 Church Street, Market Drayton, Shropshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2022-10-17 | £265,111 |
| Flat 6 Old Chapel Church Street, Market Drayton, Shropshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £65,000 | 2021-12-17 | £72,825 |
| 24 Church Street, Market Drayton, Shropshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £222,000 | 2021-08-05 | £274,191 |
TF9 1AF area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 13% 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.
TF9 1AF area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 72 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Part-Time Employee | 14 |
| Other | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Education | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Market Drayton Infant & Nursery School Longslow Road , TF9 3BA | 3out of 4 | 245 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Market Drayton Junior School Alexandra Road , TF9 3HU | 3out of 4 | 729 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Longlands Primary School Linden Way , Fairfields TF9 1QU | 3out of 4 | 866 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Buntingsdale Primary School and Nursery Buntingsdale Park , Tern Hill TF9 2HB | 3out of 4 | 3,409 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moreton Say CofE Primary School Moreton Say , TF9 3RS | 3out of 4 | 4,766 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Grove School Newcastle Road , TF9 1HF | 2out of 4 | 760 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oruna Cuisine | 63 - 65 Shropshire Street, Market Drayton | 53 yd | |
| Bella Italia MD | 37 Shropshire Street, Market Drayton | 53 yd | |
| Enjoy | 21 Shropshire Street, Market Drayton | 120 yd | |
| Pickles | 14 Shropshire Street, Market Drayton | 123 yd | |
| The Little Tea Room | 9 Shropshire Street, Market Drayton | 158 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Arms | Shropshire Street, Market Drayton | 38 yd | |
| William Chesters | 20 Shropshire Street, Market Drayton | 98 yd | |
| Clive And Coffyne | 6 Shropshire Street, Market Drayton | 123 yd | |
| Sandbrook Vaults | 4 Shropshire Street, Market Drayton | 147 yd | |
| The Red Lion | Great Hales Street, Market Drayton | 194 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden House | 79 Shropshire Street, Market Drayton | 194 yd | |
| Zilan Kebab Shop | Zilan Kebab House, 19 High Street | 198 yd | |
| Greggs | 31 Cheshire Street, Market Drayton | 252 yd | |
| Lucky Star | 11 Stafford Street, Market Drayton | 333 yd | |
| Posh Nosh Pizza Parlour | 17 Stafford Street, Market Drayton | 333 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda Stores Ltd | 32 Stafford Street, Market Drayton | 293 yd | |
| Lidl | Towers Lawn, Market Drayton | 506 yd | |
| Morrisons Supermarket | Morrisons, Maer Lane | 750 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Market Drayton Swimming & Fitness Centre NEWTOWN | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 272 yd |
| Bodytech Health Club (Market Drayton) THE MILL WAREHOUSE THE MILL WAREHOUSE CHESHIRE STREET | health and fitness suite | 620 yd |
| The Grove School STAFFORD STREET | grass pitches | 692 yd |
| Longlands Community Primary School LINDEN WAY | grass pitches | 845 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 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 49.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 49.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.01 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.01 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.