Cartway is in Bridgnorth and in Bridgnorth district. WV16 4BW is located in the Bridgnorth East and Astley Abbotts electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ludlow. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cartway, Bridgnorth, WV16 4BW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WV16 4DQ, WV16 4AH, WV16 4BG, WV16 4EG, WV16 4DX, WV16 4BP, WV16 4DE, WV16 4BN, WV16 4BQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WV16 4BW has a female population much higher than UK average, with 57.7% of the population being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.1% | 57.7% | 3.6% | 51.0% | 6.7% |
| Male | 45.9% | 42.3% | -3.6% | 49.0% | -6.7% |
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 | 38% | 33.3% | -4.7% | 37.9% | -4.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.7% | 37.9% | 4.2% | 44.2% | -6.3% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 2% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 14.9% | 16.7% | 1.8% | 9.1% | 7.6% |
| Widowed | 9.6% | 10.1% | 0.5% | 6.1% | 4.0% |
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 | 38.5% | 41.5% | 3.0% | 48.4% | -6.9% |
| Good health | 38.1% | 31.7% | -6.4% | 33.6% | -1.9% |
| Fair health | 15.6% | 20.5% | 4.9% | 12.7% | 7.8% |
| Bad health | 5% | 6.3% | 1.3% | 4.0% | 2.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 28.8% | 22.6% | -6.2% | 18.2% | 4.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.2% | 7.2% | -1.0% | 9.6% | -2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13% | 8.2% | -4.8% | 13.4% | -5.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 5.6% | 2.7% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.1% | 14.4% | 4.3% | 16.9% | -2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.6% | 39% | 3.4% | 33.8% | 5.2% |
| Other | 1.4% | 3.1% | 1.7% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.8% | 98.5% | 1.7% | 81.4% | 17.1% |
| Other | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 93.2% 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 | 95.4% | 93.2% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 10.0% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Africa | 1.8% | 2.4% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 1% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94% | 93.7% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 10.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.9% | 4.9% | 9.8% | -4.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 5% | 1% | -4.0% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.2% | 76.7% | 6.5% |
| Ireland | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Spain | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 13.9% | 13.5% | 0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.8% | 37.2% | 1.6% |
| Christian | 56.3% | 46.2% | 10.1% |
| Hindu | 0.5% | 1.7% | -1.2% |
| Sikh | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other religion | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Not answered | 1.9% | 6.0% | -4.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cartway was 55.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 30.1% lower than the Bridgnorth East and Astley Abbotts average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cartway has the 26th highest crime rate of 54 local areas in Bridgnorth East and Astley Abbotts and the 343rd highest crime rate of 1,001 local areas in Shropshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 35.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -63.9%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 68% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Daisy Cottage, 78 Cartway, Bridgnorth, Shropshire Terraced, an established residential building | £238,000 | 2024-09-26 | £256,199 |
| Flat A 99 Cartway, Bridgnorth, Shropshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2024-07-19 | £104,555 |
| 94 Cartway, Bridgnorth, Shropshire Terraced, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2023-01-20 | £227,640 |
| Flat C 99 Cartway, Bridgnorth, Shropshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2022-07-11 | £84,585 |
| 4 Cartway, Bridgnorth, Shropshire Terraced, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2022-03-10 | £206,196 |
WV16 4BW 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 WV16 4BW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 39% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 76 |
| Full-Time Employee | 48 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Education | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John's Catholic Primary School Innage Gardens , WV16 4HW | 3out of 4 | 525 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Leonard's CofE Primary School Innage Lane , WV16 4HL | 3out of 4 | 698 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Bluecoat CofE (VA) Primary School Lodge Lane , The Grove WV15 5EQ | 3out of 4 | 927 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Castlefields Primary School Castlefields , WV16 5DQ | 3out of 4 | 1,045 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Morville CofE (Controlled) Primary School Morville , WV16 4RJ | 3out of 4 | 4,930 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgnorth Endowed School Northgate , WV16 4ER | 3out of 4 | 245 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oldbury Wells School Oldbury Wells , WV16 5JD | 3out of 4 | 795 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Viking Chefs | The Viking Chef, 2A Castle Terrace | 59 yd | |
| The Winding House Tea Room | Castle Terrace, Bridgnorth | 70 yd | |
| Millies Place | 51 High Street, Bridgnorth | 80 yd | |
| High Town Grill | 5 - 6 Waterloo Terrace, Bridgnorth | 80 yd | |
| Violets Tearoom | Violets Tea Room, Waterloo House | 84 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Boy Inn | 58 Cartway, Bridgnorth | 78 yd | |
| The Royle | 78 High Street, Bridgnorth | 88 yd | |
| The Old Swan | 52 High Street, Bridgnorth | 88 yd | |
| The Harp Inn | 74 High Street, Bridgnorth | 88 yd | |
| The Hideout | 45 High Street, Bridgnorth | 88 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgnorth Samosa Junction & Ice Cream Parlour | Shop Unit Rear Of, 11 High Street | 168 yd | |
| Greggs | 24 High Street, Bridgnorth | 168 yd | |
| Shanghai Town | 20 Listley Street, Bridgnorth | 254 yd | |
| Pizza Time | 9 Bridge Street, Bridgnorth | 283 yd | |
| Riverside Fish & Chip Shop | Riverside Fish And Chips At, The Ryelands | 343 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | Tesco Stores Ltd, 63 High Street | 88 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsbury's, Whitburn Street | 291 yd | |
| Co-op | Co-operative Food, Mill Street | 374 yd | |
| Tesco Express | Hermitage Service Station, 17 Cann Hall Road | 481 yd | |
| Aldi | Aldi Stores Ltd, Kings Court | 1,091 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Edgar Davies Ground (Bridgnorth Rfc) SPORTS GROUND SPORTS GROUND BANDON LANE | grass pitches | 409 yd |
| Severn Park MILL STREET | grass pitches | 431 yd |
| Bridgnorth Endowed School BRIDGNORTH ENDOWED SCHOOL BRIDGNORTH ENDOWED SCHOOL NORTH GATE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 432 yd |
| Bridgnorth Endowed Leisure Centre BRIDGNORTH ENDOWED SCHOOL BRIDGNORTH ENDOWED SCHOOL NORTH GATE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 432 yd |
| Bridgnorth Cricket & Hockey Club CRICKET MEADOW | grass pitches | 684 yd |
| St Leonards Ce Primary School INNAGE LANE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 788 yd |
| Bridgnorth Health & Fitness Club HIVE WORKS HIVE WORKS GROVE CRESCENT | health and fitness suite | 822 yd |
| Oldbury Wells School OLDBURY WELLS | grass pitches, swimming pool | 831 yd |
| Afc Bridgnorth Innage Lane | grass pitches | 872 yd |
| Crown Meadow INNAGE LANE | grass pitches | 874 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 | 51.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.