Grasmere Drive is in Highley, Bridgnorth and in Bridgnorth district. WV16 6EH is located in the Highley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ludlow. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Grasmere Drive, Highley, Bridgnorth, WV16 6EH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WV16 6EJ, WV16 6EE, WV16 6EF, WV16 6EW, WV16 6ED, WV16 6EY, WV16 6EL, WV16 6ER, WV16 6ES.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WV16 6EH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.2% | 51.7% | -1.5% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 46.8% | 48.3% | 1.5% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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 WV16 6EH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.1% 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 | 16.9% | 24.9% | 8.0% | 37.9% | -13.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.7% | 57.1% | -4.6% | 44.2% | 12.9% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 0.6% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Divorced | 7% | 7.3% | 0.3% | 9.1% | -1.8% |
| Widowed | 12.8% | 10% | -2.8% | 6.1% | 3.9% |
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 | 31.3% | 44.1% | 12.8% | 48.4% | -4.3% |
| Good health | 41.7% | 38.4% | -3.3% | 33.6% | 4.8% |
| Fair health | 20.5% | 13.1% | -7.4% | 12.7% | 0.4% |
| Bad health | 5.8% | 3.2% | -2.6% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 | 29.6% | 21.2% | -8.4% | 18.2% | 3.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.9% | 8.5% | -3.4% | 9.6% | -1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.9% | 15.5% | -3.4% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 7.9% | 2.1% | 5.3% | 2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.3% | 17.3% | 7.0% | 16.9% | 0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.9% | 27.3% | 8.4% | 33.8% | -6.5% |
| Other | 4.5% | 2.4% | -2.1% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.8% 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% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 97.8% | 95.8% | -2.0% | 81.4% | 14.4% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.7% | 1.7% | 1.0% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
In this area, 94.3% 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 | 98.6% | 94.3% | -4.3% | 83.2% | 11.1% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 2.2% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 2% | 1.6% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.6% | 94.6% | -4.0% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 9.8% | -6.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.6% | 76.7% | 1.9% |
| Spain | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 18.2% | 13.5% | 4.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.1% | 37.2% | -1.1% |
| Christian | 57.9% | 46.2% | 11.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Sikh | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Grasmere Drive was 32.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 52.8% higher than the Brown Clee average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Grasmere Drive has the 14th highest crime rate of 28 local areas in Brown Clee and the 408th lowest crime rate of 1,001 local areas in Shropshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -45.7%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 71% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Grasmere Drive, Bridgnorth, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £55,000 | 1998-05-22 | £246,234 |
| 5 Grasmere Drive, Bridgnorth, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £61,000 | 1998-03-27 | £275,401 |
| 7 Grasmere Drive, Bridgnorth, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £59,000 | 1995-06-01 | £300,619 |
WV16 6EH area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 17% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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.
WV16 6EH 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in WV16 6EH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 124 |
| Full-Time Employee | 88 |
| Self-Employed | 43 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highley Community Primary School Grasmere Drive , Highley WV16 6EH | 3out of 4 | 161 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alveley Primary School Daddlebrook Road , Alveley WV15 6JT | 3out of 4 | 3,316 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kinlet CofE Primary School School Lane , DY12 3BG | 3out of 4 | 4,440 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Upper Arley CofE Primary School Upper Arley , DY12 1XA | - not rated | 5,287 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Severn Minors Cafe | Severn Centre, Bridgnorth Road | 461 yd | |
| Jade House | Chinese Takeaway, 2 High Street | 651 yd | |
| The Snack Shack Cafe | 3 Silverdale Terrace, Highley | 672 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bache Arms | High Street, Highley | 628 yd | |
| Highley Working Mens Club | High Street, Highley | 814 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Highley Balti Indian Takeaway | Highley Balti, 1B High Street | 651 yd | |
| Skippers Fish Bar | High Street, Highley | 651 yd | |
| The Lamp | 4 Crescent Terrace, High Street | 691 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Highley Golf Centre Netherton Lane | golf | 230 yd |
| Highley Rugby Club Netherton Lane | grass pitches | 262 yd |
| Severn Centre BRIDGNORTH ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 337 yd |
| Severn Meadows Golf Club (Closed) | golf | 901 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.