Glebe Close is in Cheswardine, Market Drayton and in North Shropshire district. TF9 2RU is located in the Cheswardine electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Shropshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Glebe Close, Cheswardine, Market Drayton, TF9 2RU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TF9 2RS, TF9 2NT, TF9 2RY, TF9 2RX, TF9 2LH, TF9 2RP, TF9 2NU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding TF9 2RU has a slightly higher male population, with 51.8% 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 | 47.5% | 48.2% | 0.7% | 51.0% | -2.8% |
| Male | 52.5% | 51.8% | -0.7% | 49.0% | 2.8% |
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 TF9 2RU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.8% 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 | 17.7% | 20% | 2.3% | 37.9% | -17.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.1% | 54.8% | -6.3% | 44.2% | 10.6% |
| Separated | 1% | 2.2% | 1.2% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 8.4% | 8.5% | 0.1% | 9.1% | -0.6% |
| Widowed | 11.9% | 14.4% | 2.5% | 6.1% | 8.3% |
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 | 35.4% | 43.4% | 8.0% | 48.4% | -5.0% |
| Good health | 35.6% | 27.8% | -7.8% | 33.6% | -5.8% |
| Fair health | 21.5% | 22.5% | 1.0% | 12.7% | 9.8% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 5.6% | 1.2% | 4.0% | 1.6% |
| Very bad health | 3% | 0.7% | -2.3% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.2% | 17.9% | -13.3% | 18.2% | -0.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.3% | 9.5% | -0.8% | 9.6% | -0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.4% | 15.8% | 0.4% | 13.4% | 2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 8.1% | 4.6% | 5.3% | 2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.2% | 15.8% | 3.6% | 16.9% | -1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.5% | 30.4% | 6.9% | 33.8% | -3.4% |
| Other | 3.9% | 2.6% | -1.3% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 100% | 100% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 98% 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 | 99.4% | 98% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 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 | 98.9% | 98% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.2% | 76.7% | -2.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 25.5% | 13.5% | 12.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.6% | 37.2% | -6.6% |
| Christian | 61.6% | 46.2% | 15.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.8% | 6.0% | 0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Glebe Close was 22.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 15.1% lower than the Cheswardine average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Glebe Close has the 7th lowest crime rate of 19 local areas in Cheswardine and the 268th lowest crime rate of 1,001 local areas in Shropshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -10.7%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 63% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Glebe Close, Market Drayton, Shropshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2024-02-29 | £283,574 |
| 1 Glebe Close, Market Drayton, Shropshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2023-05-26 | £273,929 |
| 19 Glebe Close, Market Drayton, Shropshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2021-03-31 | £235,923 |
| 5 Glebe Close, Market Drayton, Shropshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £212,000 | 2020-10-16 | £280,791 |
| 11 Glebe Close, Market Drayton, Shropshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2019-11-08 | £275,188 |
TF9 2RU area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 TF9 2RU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 102 |
| Full-Time Employee | 86 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Education | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheswardine Primary and Nursery School Glebe Close , Cheswardine TF9 2RU | 2out of 4 | 154 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hinstock Primary School Hinstock , TF9 2TE | 3out of 4 | 4,433 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barley's Coffee House @ Cheswardine Parish Hall | Parish Hall, Podmore Road | 244 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Fox And Hounds Pub Limited | Fox And Hounds Inn, High Street | 92 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 | 76.2% |
| 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 | 76.2% |
| 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 | 66.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 58.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.