Talbot Way is in Market Drayton and in Shropshire district. TF9 3SJ is located in the Market Drayton East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Shropshire. This postcode has been in use since 1991-09-01.
StreetScan combines information about Talbot Way, Market Drayton, TF9 3SJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TF9 3SN, TF9 3AL, TF9 1QX, TF9 1QS, TF9 1QZ, TF9 1EJ, TF9 3SP, TF9 1QY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding TF9 3SJ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.7% 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 | 51.8% | 49.3% | -2.5% | 51.0% | -1.7% |
| Male | 48.2% | 50.7% | 2.5% | 49.0% | 1.7% |
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 | 36% | 37.8% | 1.8% | 37.9% | -0.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.4% | 45.3% | 0.9% | 44.2% | 1.1% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 2.2% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 11.1% | 8.6% | -2.5% | 9.1% | -0.5% |
| Widowed | 6.9% | 6% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
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 | 44.2% | 38.6% | -5.6% | 48.4% | -9.8% |
| Good health | 35% | 41.8% | 6.8% | 33.6% | 8.2% |
| Fair health | 16.2% | 17% | 0.8% | 12.7% | 4.3% |
| Bad health | 4% | 2.3% | -1.7% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 19.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.4% | 26.9% | -4.5% | 18.2% | 8.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.8% | 11.6% | -2.2% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.6% | 14.6% | 2.0% | 13.4% | 1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 4.5% | 1.1% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.8% | 18.3% | 9.5% | 16.9% | 1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.5% | 19.4% | -2.1% | 33.8% | -14.4% |
| Other | 8.4% | 4.9% | -3.5% | 2.8% | 2.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.7% | 99% | 0.3% | 81.4% | 17.6% |
In this area, 86.6% 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 | 89.4% | 86.6% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 3.4% |
| European Union | 10.2% | 9.1% | -1.1% | 6.1% | 3.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 0.8% | 2.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.8% | 86.9% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 3.7% |
| 10+ Years | 2% | 7.5% | 5.5% | 9.8% | -2.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.3% | 1.6% | -1.7% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 3% | 2.3% | -0.7% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 1.6% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.3% | 76.7% | -7.4% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 2.6% | 1.3% | 1.3% |
| Romania | 3.3% | 0.9% | 2.4% |
| Other EU countries | 2.3% | 1.5% | 0.8% |
| Other Europe | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 20.6% | 13.5% | 7.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.4% | 37.2% | -3.8% |
| Christian | 62% | 46.2% | 15.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 3% | 6.0% | -3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Talbot Way was 91.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 8.3% lower than the Market Drayton East average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Talbot Way has the 12th highest crime rate of 60 local areas in Market Drayton East and the 177th highest crime rate of 1,001 local areas in Shropshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -64.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unit 11A Talbot Way, Market Drayton, Shropshire Other, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2023-10-18 | £209,321 |
| Unit 11 Talbot Way, Market Drayton, Shropshire Other, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2016-02-23 | £176,003 |
| Unit 8 Talbot Way, Market Drayton, Shropshire Other, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2015-01-09 | £167,967 |
| Staarr House Talbot Way, Market Drayton, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2001-12-31 | £549,861 |
TF9 3SJ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 98 |
| Retired | 77 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Education | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Longlands Primary School Linden Way , Fairfields TF9 1QU | 3out of 4 | 680 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Market Drayton Infant & Nursery School Longslow Road , TF9 3BA | 3out of 4 | 865 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Market Drayton Junior School Alexandra Road , TF9 3HU | 3out of 4 | 1,263 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Buntingsdale Primary School and Nursery Buntingsdale Park , Tern Hill TF9 2HB | 3out of 4 | 4,060 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moreton Say CofE Primary School Moreton Say , TF9 3RS | 3out of 4 | 4,695 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 | 945 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grazers Cafe | Barbers Auctions, Market Drayton Livestock Market | 445 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 24 Queen Street, Market Drayton | 563 yd | |
| The Hideout Coffee Shop | 79 Cheshire Street, Market Drayton | 580 yd | |
| Tillys | 6 Wilkinson Walk, Cheshire Street | 588 yd | |
| Queen Street Records | 15A Queen Street, Market Drayton | 685 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Gingerbread Man | Adderley Road, Market Drayton | 445 yd | |
| The Hippodrome | Queen Street, Market Drayton | 543 yd | |
| The Crown | 1 Stafford Street, Market Drayton | 689 yd | |
| Sandbrook Vaults | 4 Shropshire Street, Market Drayton | 811 yd | |
| Clive And Coffyne | 6 Shropshire Street, Market Drayton | 822 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bamboo Garden | 34 Queen Street, Market Drayton | 543 yd | |
| Greggs | 31 Cheshire Street, Market Drayton | 687 yd | |
| Lucky Star | 11 Stafford Street, Market Drayton | 689 yd | |
| Posh Nosh Pizza Parlour | 17 Stafford Street, Market Drayton | 689 yd | |
| Zilan Kebab Shop | Zilan Kebab House, 19 High Street | 768 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Supermarket | Morrisons, Maer Lane | 190 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi Foodstore Ltd, Cook Way | 239 yd | |
| Lidl | Towers Lawn, Market Drayton | 438 yd | |
| Asda Stores Ltd | 32 Stafford Street, Market Drayton | 723 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bodytech Health Club (Market Drayton) THE MILL WAREHOUSE THE MILL WAREHOUSE CHESHIRE STREET | health and fitness suite | 383 yd |
| Longlands Community Primary School LINDEN WAY | grass pitches | 580 yd |
| Greenfields Sports Ground CEDARWOOD CEDARWOOD GREENFIELDS LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 689 yd |
| The Grove School STAFFORD STREET | grass pitches | 842 yd |
| Market Drayton Community Amateur Sports Club Betton Road | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 932 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 | 52.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 46.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 58.35 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 58.35 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 12.81 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.