Bearcroft Lane is in Hinstock, Market Drayton and in North Shropshire district. TF9 2SZ 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 Bearcroft Lane, Hinstock, Market Drayton, TF9 2SZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TF9 2SL, TF9 2UF, TF9 2RQ, TF9 2TE, TF9 2UD, TF9 2NX, TF9 2SY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TF9 2SZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.6% | 51.2% | -2.4% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 46.4% | 48.8% | 2.4% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
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 2SZ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.7% 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 | 16.7% | 22% | 5.3% | 37.9% | -15.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.9% | 59.7% | -4.2% | 44.2% | 15.5% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 2% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 6.6% | 11.4% | 4.8% | 9.1% | 2.3% |
| Widowed | 11.7% | 4.6% | -7.1% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
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 | 47.4% | 54.6% | 7.2% | 48.4% | 6.2% |
| Good health | 32% | 28.7% | -3.3% | 33.6% | -4.9% |
| Fair health | 13.6% | 12.6% | -1.0% | 12.7% | -0.1% |
| Bad health | 4.9% | 3.6% | -1.3% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 0.5% | -1.6% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 | 21.5% | 11% | -10.5% | 18.2% | -7.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.7% | 7.4% | -4.3% | 9.6% | -2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.1% | 15.3% | 0.2% | 13.4% | 1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 5.7% | 2.5% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.1% | 17.3% | 7.2% | 16.9% | 0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.9% | 41.4% | 8.5% | 33.8% | 7.6% |
| Other | 5.6% | 2% | -3.6% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 3.1% | -2.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 100% | 99.5% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 18.1% |
In this area, 96.9% 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% | 96.9% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Africa | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.6% | 96.9% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85% | 76.7% | 8.3% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.2% | 1.5% | -1.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 13.8% | 13.5% | 0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.5% | 37.2% | -4.7% |
| Christian | 63.5% | 46.2% | 17.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 3.1% | 6.0% | -2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bearcroft Lane was 11.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 57.0% lower than the Cheswardine average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bearcroft Lane has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 19 local areas in Cheswardine and the 97th lowest crime rate of 1,001 local areas in Shropshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 4.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -31.0%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bearcroft Cottage Bearcroft Lane, Market Drayton, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2011-11-25 | £461,931 |
| Bearcroft Cottage Bearcroft Lane, Market Drayton, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £169,000 | 2001-10-12 | £502,306 |
| Laburnum Cottage Bearcroft Lane, Market Drayton, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £108,000 | 2001-05-25 | £349,124 |
| Bearcroft Cottage Bearcroft Lane, Market Drayton, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £149,000 | 1999-07-16 | £599,361 |
| Laburnum Cottage Bearcroft Lane, Market Drayton, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £66,000 | 1998-07-17 | £289,426 |
TF9 2SZ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 8% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 16% 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 2SZ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 116 |
| Retired | 92 |
| Self-Employed | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Education | 34 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Construction | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Other | 10 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hinstock Primary School Hinstock , TF9 2TE | 3out of 4 | 261 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stoke-on-Tern Primary School Rosehill Road , Stoke Heath TF9 2LF | 3out of 4 | 4,394 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheswardine Primary and Nursery School Glebe Close , Cheswardine TF9 2RU | 2out of 4 | 4,579 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Falcon Inn Community Pub | The Falcon Inn, Wood Lane | 333 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hinstock Recreation Ground | grass pitches, tennis courts | 174 yd |
| Hinstock Cricket Club HINSTOCK CRICKET CLUB HINSTOCK CRICKET CLUB WOOD LANE | grass pitches | 478 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.