26,716TOTAL POPULATION
11,393HOUSEHOLDS
4.7%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£31,720AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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SY11 POSTCODE REGION

Shrewsbury (SY11)

The SY11 postcode area is located in the Shrewsbury postcode town region, within the county of Shropshire, and contains a total of 1058 individual postcodes.

There are 102 electoral wards in the SY11 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, 20% of people in SY11 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 SY11 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.


The SY11 postcode is located in the town of Shrewsbury, located in the Shropshire County of England. The postcode area contains a significant number of post towns, Wollaston, Wem, Weston Rhyn, Wem, Whitchurch, Wistanstow, West Felton, and Wiston.

The SY11 postcode includes various suburbs and villages in the area which attract many visitors and residents due to its close proximity to important locations. These include the Welsh border, Ellesmere, Oswestry, and Tattenhall.

The Shrewsbury postcode area is characterised by its rural setting, with large areas of agricultural land and forestry providing picturesque views and plenty of outdoor activities. There is a wide range of amenities in the area such as local shops, pubs, and places of worship. Visitors and residents can also explore the National Trust sites such as Attingham Park and Pistyll Rhaeadr.

The SY11 postcode has its own distinct history, with some locations being mentioned in the the Domesday Book of 1086. The area also contains a variety of historic houses such as the 14th century Harley Wood and Attingham Park. Brimstone Hill Ironworks is a visitor attraction that draws people to the area; while visitors explore, they can also stop by Ironbridge Gorge to experience a unique landscape full of cultural and historical importance.

Shrewsbury itself contains several notable landmarks and the town centre boasts the largest timber framed building in the UK. The area has an active social scene with a number of popular pubs and restaurants. The town is linked to the transport network, with two railway stations providing good connections to the Midlands and North West.

Finally, Shrewsbury is strongly linked to its culture and there are plenty of events, festivals, and exhibitions showcasing local art, music, and theatre. There are also a number of football clubs, such as Shrewsbury Town, ensuring the community stays connected and active. Customers can make use of the variety of supermarkets, petrol stations, major high street chains, and supermarkets. In the SY11 postcode area, there is something for everyone.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 88%WORKING
  • 12%UNEMPLOYED

12% of people in SY11 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 20%AB
  • 55%C2/C2
  • 25%DE

According to census records, 20% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 95%WHITE
  • 5%NON-WHITE

95% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

SY11Shropshire

Shropshire

The county of Shropshire

SY11 is located in the county of Shropshire, in England.

Shropshire has a total population of 486,300, making it the 42nd largest county in the UK.

Shropshire has a total area of 1346 square miles, and a population density of 139 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.

Shropshire Postal Town Map
Outward CodeSY11
Postal TownShrewsbury
MSOA NameShropshire 007
LSOA NameShropshire 007A
CountyShropshire
RegionShropshire
CountryEngland
Local AuthorityShropshire
Area ClassificationLargely Rural (rural including hub towns 50-79%)

SY11 Electoral Wards

The postal region of SY11, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Ashfield
Ash Grove
Wrexham
Aston Sq
Babbinswood
Ball
Black Park
Brynore
Bryn-y-cochin
Bryn-yr-Eos
Ceiriog
Chirk
Chirk Bank
Chirk Green
Crickheath Wharf
Criftins (Dudleston Heath)
Croeswallt
Daywall
Dudleston
Dudleston Grove
Dudleston Heath
Eardiston
Elbridge
Elson
Gadlas
Gledrid
Glynmorlas
Gobowen
Gravel Hole
Greenhill Bank
Grimpo
Gwern y brenin
Halton
Haughton
Hengoed
Henlle
Higher Ridge
Hindford
Hordley
Ifton Heath
Knolton
Knolton Bryn
Lightwood Green
Llangollen Canal
Llangollen Canal
Llynclys
Long Oak
Lower Frankton
Lower Ridge
Maesbury
Maesbury Marsh
Mardy
Middleton
Mile Oak
Morda
Morton
Morton Common
Nant y Caws
Nefod
Newbridge
New Marton
Newnes
Old Marton
Oswestry (Croeswallt)
Park Hall
Pentre
Pentre
Pentre-clawdd
Pentre-coed
Pen-y-Bryn
Perthy
Pont-y-blew
Preesgweene
Preeshenlle
Queen's Head
Rednal
Redwith
Rhewl
Rhewl
Rhoswiel
Rhosygadfa
Rhyn
Sandford
Shropshire Union Canal
Sodylt Bank
St Martin's
St Martin's Moor
Street Dinas
Sutton
Tedsmore
Twyford
Upper Hengoed
Upper Wigginton
Weirbrook
Welsh Frankton
West Felton
Weston
Weston Rhyn
Whittington
Wigginton
Wigmarsh
Woolston
Wootton
Browse Postcodes in SY11

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Click on an 'outward' code for more information. For example, the outward postcode page 'EC2M' will give you an alphabetical list covering all postcodes located in the region, from 'EC2M 1BB' through to 'EC2M 7YA'.

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