shrewsbury SY9 Postcodes

Shrewsbury (SY9)

The SY9 postcode area is located in the Shrewsbury postcode town region, within the county of Shropshire, and contains a total of 143 individual postcodes.

There are 59 electoral wards in the SY9 postcode area, including Aberystwyth, Bishops Castle, Borth, Bow Street, Bucknell, Caersws, Church Stretton, Craven Arms, Ellesmere, Llanbrynmair, Llandinam, Llanfechain, Llanfyllin, Llanidloes, Llanon, Llanrhystud, Llansantffraid, Llanymynech, Ludlow, Lydbury North, Machynlleth, Malpas, Meifod, Montgomery, Newtown, Oswestry, Shrewsbury, Talybont, Tregaron, Welshpool, Whitchurch, Ystrad Meurig which come under the local authority of the Shropshire Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 19% of people in SY9 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.

This does not mean that the people of SY9 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.

SY9 is a postcode area in Shropshire, England which covers a wide area including the town of Church Stretton, the villages of Little Stretton, Great Stretton, Westhope, Cardington, Caynham, Lea, & Idsall, as well as part of the county town of Shrewsbury. The SY9 postcode area ranges from the north of Shropeshire to the south, covering the area between the River Severn & the Welsh border.

The SY9 area is known as a fairly rural part of England, with rolling hills & large patches of farmland, but also with a few industrial areas & a large number of welcoming small towns & villages. It is a great place to explore the countryside, with a vast array of wildlife & scenery.

It is also a popular destination for those seeking to escape city life, with a range of activities & attractions available. Nearby Church Stretton is host to an annual walking festival, as well as a range of small independent businesses & attractions. There are some fantastic nearby walks, including The Long Mynd, which has beautiful streams, rivers, & vistas to explore.

The area is home to a number of notable attractions, such as the Carding Mill Valley & the Long Mynd, which is a Site of Special Scientific Interest & attracts a number of walkers & outdoor activity enthusiasts. Additionally, there are a range of historic sites to explore such as the Ironbridge Gorge & Shrewsbury Castle.

For those seeking educational opportunities, the SY9 area is home to two universities, Harper Adams University & the University of Wolverhampton, with a range of courses for a variety of different students.

In terms of transport, Shrewsbury has a railway station which connects the area to the rest of the country, and there are also good bus & road links with nearby cities & other destinations. Despite SY9 being a predominantly rural area, it is one of the most heavily populated postcode districts in Shropshire.

SY9 makes for a great holiday destination as well as the perfect place for those looking to enjoy the delights of the English countryside. With its rolling hills, one-of-a-kind wildlife, historic sites, attractions, & amenities, the SY9 postcode area appeals to a wide range of visitors from all walks of life.

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