Cedar Close is in Market Drayton and in North Shropshire district. TF9 3HQ 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 Cedar Close, Market Drayton, TF9 3HQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TF9 3QU, TF9 3HN, TF9 3HH, TF9 3UF, TF9 3HJ, TF9 3HG, TF9 3UG, TF9 3UD, TF9 3QT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding TF9 3HQ has a slightly higher male population, with 51.2% 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 | 50.3% | 48.8% | -1.5% | 51.0% | -2.2% |
| Male | 49.7% | 51.2% | 1.5% | 49.0% | 2.2% |
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 | 27.6% | 29.7% | 2.1% | 37.9% | -8.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.3% | 49.7% | -5.6% | 44.2% | 5.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Separated | 2% | 2.8% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 7.6% | 10.6% | 3.0% | 9.1% | 1.5% |
| Widowed | 7.4% | 7.1% | -0.3% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
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 | 50.9% | 42.1% | -8.8% | 48.4% | -6.3% |
| Good health | 33.3% | 37.8% | 4.5% | 33.6% | 4.2% |
| Fair health | 11% | 13.2% | 2.2% | 12.7% | 0.5% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 5.5% | 2.1% | 4.0% | 1.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1.5% | 0.1% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 | 19.8% | 20.7% | 0.9% | 18.2% | 2.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.4% | 12.2% | -4.2% | 9.6% | 2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.8% | 17.7% | -0.1% | 13.4% | 4.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 5.1% | 2.0% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.2% | 18.4% | 4.2% | 16.9% | 1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 24% | 23.9% | -0.1% | 33.8% | -9.9% |
| Other | 4.7% | 2.1% | -2.6% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 1.1% | -0.9% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 3.1% | -2.9% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 97.9% | 97.2% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 15.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 96.1% 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 | 94.8% | 96.1% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| European Union | 4% | 2.3% | -1.7% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 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 | 94.5% | 96.2% | 1.7% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 0.2% | -1.0% | 2.9% | -2.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.8% | 76.7% | 5.1% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 15.8% | 13.5% | 2.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.5% | 37.2% | -0.7% |
| Christian | 54.1% | 46.2% | 7.9% |
| Hindu | 0.2% | 1.7% | -1.5% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Sikh | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.3% | 6.0% | 1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cedar Close was 66.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 32.9% lower than the Market Drayton East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cedar Close has the 15th highest crime rate of 60 local areas in Market Drayton East and the 280th highest crime rate of 1,001 local areas in Shropshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 42.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 12.6%.

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 Cedar Close, Market Drayton, Shropshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £172,500 | 2020-10-23 | £228,474 |
| 8 Cedar Close, Market Drayton, Shropshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £137,000 | 2019-03-08 | £193,848 |
| 4 Cedar Close, Market Drayton, Shropshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £118,000 | 2015-07-31 | £189,977 |
| 10 Cedar Close, Market Drayton, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £174,000 | 2014-03-10 | £289,099 |
| 10 Cedar Close, Market Drayton, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £128,000 | 2011-07-29 | £218,786 |
TF9 3HQ 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 TF9 3HQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 153 |
| Retired | 130 |
| Part-Time Employee | 49 |
| Self-Employed | 38 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Other | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 66 |
| Manufacturing | 45 |
| Human health and social work activities | 31 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 28 |
| Education | 21 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Market Drayton Junior School Alexandra Road , TF9 3HU | 3out of 4 | 536 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Market Drayton Infant & Nursery School Longslow Road , TF9 3BA | 3out of 4 | 874 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Longlands Primary School Linden Way , Fairfields TF9 1QU | 3out of 4 | 1,702 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Buntingsdale Primary School and Nursery Buntingsdale Park , Tern Hill TF9 2HB | 3out of 4 | 2,909 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moreton Say CofE Primary School Moreton Say , TF9 3RS | 3out of 4 | 3,658 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 | 1,768 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beulah House | 5 Cemetery Road, Market Drayton | 591 yd | |
| Market Drayton Tigers Football Club | Greenfields Sports Association, Greenfields Lane | 610 yd | |
| Sherwood Fish And Chips | 7A Sherwood Crescent, Market Drayton | 902 yd | |
| Kaz's Cafe | 83 Shropshire Street, Market Drayton | 967 yd | |
| The Hideout Coffee Shop | 79 Cheshire Street, Market Drayton | 1,026 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Head | 205 Shrewsbury Road, Market Drayton | 559 yd | |
| Joiners Arms | 43 Shrewsbury Road, Market Drayton | 711 yd | |
| The Hippodrome | Queen Street, Market Drayton | 1,076 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drayton House | 9 Sherwood Crescent, Market Drayton | 903 yd | |
| Golden House | 79 Shropshire Street, Market Drayton | 965 yd | |
| Greggs | 31 Cheshire Street, Market Drayton | 1,063 yd | |
| Bamboo Garden | 34 Queen Street, Market Drayton | 1,076 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's Supermarkets Limited | Sainsbury's Supermarket, 203 Shrewsbury Road | 559 yd | |
| Lidl | Towers Lawn, Market Drayton | 1,044 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Greenfields Sports Ground CEDARWOOD CEDARWOOD GREENFIELDS LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 703 yd |
| Bodytech Health Club (Market Drayton) THE MILL WAREHOUSE THE MILL WAREHOUSE CHESHIRE STREET | health and fitness suite | 945 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% |
| Median download speed | 64.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 60.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 75.68 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 75.68 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.