Greenleys Crescent is in Alveley, Bridgnorth and in Bridgnorth district. WV15 6PQ is located in the Alveley and Claverley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ludlow. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Greenleys Crescent, Alveley, Bridgnorth, WV15 6PQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WV15 6PG, WV15 6PU, WV15 6PT, WV15 6PD, WV15 6NU, WV15 6JP, WV15 6JS, WV15 6NY, WV15 6PJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WV15 6PQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.1% | 51.4% | -1.7% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 46.9% | 48.6% | 1.7% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 WV15 6PQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.7% 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 | 17.6% | 21.1% | 3.5% | 37.9% | -16.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 66.5% | 58.7% | -7.8% | 44.2% | 14.5% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 8.4% | 9.4% | 1.0% | 9.1% | 0.3% |
| Widowed | 6.7% | 9.4% | 2.7% | 6.1% | 3.3% |
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 | 38.7% | 41.7% | 3.0% | 48.4% | -6.7% |
| Good health | 40.2% | 40.9% | 0.7% | 33.6% | 7.3% |
| Fair health | 15.9% | 13.1% | -2.8% | 12.7% | 0.4% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 2.8% | -0.9% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 1.6% | 0.1% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 | 23.4% | 15.5% | -7.9% | 18.2% | -2.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.4% | 9.1% | 0.7% | 9.6% | -0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.5% | 17.4% | -3.1% | 13.4% | 4.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 6.4% | 3.9% | 5.3% | 1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.1% | 17.8% | 5.7% | 16.9% | 0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.3% | 33.3% | 4.0% | 33.8% | -0.5% |
| Other | 3.8% | 0.5% | -3.3% | 2.8% | -2.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| White | 100% | 99.2% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 17.8% |
In this area, 98.4% 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 | 99.6% | 98.4% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.6% | 98.4% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 9.8% | -8.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.3% | 76.7% | 4.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 18.3% | 13.5% | 4.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.3% | 37.2% | -4.9% |
| Christian | 63.7% | 46.2% | 17.5% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Not answered | 3.6% | 6.0% | -2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Greenleys Crescent was 15.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 62.3% lower than the Alveley and Claverley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Greenleys Crescent has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 26 local areas in Alveley and Claverley and the 150th lowest crime rate of 1,001 local areas in Shropshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -44.2%.
Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 52% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Greenleys Crescent, Bridgnorth, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2024-04-26 | £316,338 |
| 17 Greenleys Crescent, Bridgnorth, Shropshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £178,000 | 2018-12-03 | £252,838 |
| 7 Greenleys Crescent, Bridgnorth, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £197,500 | 2017-08-03 | £285,189 |
| 11 Greenleys Crescent, Bridgnorth, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2013-11-22 | £301,408 |
| 9 Greenleys Crescent, Bridgnorth, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2012-06-29 | £323,977 |
WV15 6PQ area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 20% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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.
WV15 6PQ 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in WV15 6PQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 77 |
| Full-Time Employee | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Education | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alveley Primary School Daddlebrook Road , Alveley WV15 6JT | 3out of 4 | 342 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Highley Community Primary School Grasmere Drive , Highley WV16 6EH | 3out of 4 | 2,894 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Upper Arley CofE Primary School Upper Arley , DY12 1XA | - not rated | 4,675 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alveley Chutneys | 1 Cooks Cross, Alveley | 470 yd | |
| Poolehall Fisheries Cafe | Pool Hall, Dodds Green | 1,092 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Royal Oak | Royal Oak, Alveley | 711 yd | |
| The Squirrel Inn | Alveley, Bridgnorth | 813 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Legend | 4 Cooks Cross, Alveley | 388 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Alveley Recreation Ground RECREATION GROUND RECREATION GROUND DADDLEBROOK ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 392 yd |
| Alveley Cricket Club TURLEY GREEN | grass pitches | 849 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 | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 61.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.9 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.