Stapeley Cottage is in Upton Cressett, Bridgnorth and in Bridgnorth district. WV16 6UT is located in the Brown Clee electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ludlow. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Stapeley Cottage, Upton Cressett, Bridgnorth, WV16 6UT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WV16 6UT has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 46.9% | 50% | 3.1% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 53.1% | 50% | -3.1% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 6UT there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 64.6% 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 | 26.3% | 22.5% | -3.8% | 37.9% | -15.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.5% | 64.6% | 7.1% | 44.2% | 20.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 0.5% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Divorced | 14% | 10% | -4.0% | 9.1% | 0.9% |
| Widowed | 0.9% | 1.9% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.3%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 47.6% | 49.2% | 1.6% | 48.4% | 0.8% |
| Good health | 38.4% | 36.1% | -2.3% | 33.6% | 2.5% |
| Fair health | 9.6% | 10.7% | 1.1% | 12.7% | -2.0% |
| Bad health | 3% | 3.6% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 | 18.9% | 13.5% | -5.4% | 18.2% | -4.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.4% | 13.9% | -1.5% | 9.6% | 4.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18% | 16.3% | -1.7% | 13.4% | 2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.2% | 6.7% | 4.5% | 5.3% | 1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.7% | 14.4% | -2.3% | 16.9% | -2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.4% | 31.7% | 6.3% | 33.8% | -2.1% |
| Other | 3.5% | 3.4% | -0.1% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 100% | 98.8% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 17.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 94.4% 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 | 97.8% | 94.4% | -3.4% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 2.8% | 2.4% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.8% | 94.8% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 3.2% | 2.5% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.3% | 76.7% | 6.6% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Turkey | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 14.3% | 13.5% | 0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 19.8% | 37.2% | -17.4% |
| Christian | 73.4% | 46.2% | 27.2% |
| Muslim | 1.2% | 6.5% | -5.3% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Stapeley Cottage was 36.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 53.9% lower than the Bridgnorth East and Astley Abbotts average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Stapeley Cottage has the 21st lowest crime rate of 54 local areas in Bridgnorth East and Astley Abbotts and the 472nd lowest crime rate of 1,001 local areas in Shropshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 18.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -84.1%.
Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Stapeley Cottage, Bridgnorth, Shropshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £229,950 | 2009-05-22 | £428,667 |
| 1 Stapeley Cottage, Bridgnorth, Shropshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2002-10-11 | £536,919 |
WV16 6UT area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Less than 1% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 30% 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 6UT 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.
| Self-Employed | 63 |
| Full-Time Employee | 57 |
| Retired | 38 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 34 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Education | 13 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morville CofE (Controlled) Primary School Morville , WV16 4RJ | 3out of 4 | 3,612 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brown Clee CofE Primary School Station Road , Ditton Priors WV16 6SS | 3out of 4 | 4,867 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 14.3% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 100.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.