shrewsbury SY6 Postcodes
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Shrewsbury (SY6)
The SY6 postcode area is located in the Shrewsbury postcode town region, within the county of Shropshire, and contains a total of 375 individual postcodes.
There are 79 electoral wards in the SY6 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, 28% of people in SY6 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 SY6 are wealthier - or higher class - than average, but it can be an indication that the area may be prospering and desirable to live in.
The SY6 postcode is the postcode for the Shrewsbury district of Shropshire in the United Kingdom. It covers an area of approximately 47 square miles and has a population of around 39,000 people.
The postcode was established in 1974 as part of the London postal district system and was redesigned in 1983. SY6 is split up into two post towns, the first being Shrewsbury and the second being Pontesbury and Minsterley. The SY6 area is surrounded by postcodes in the SY4, SY7, TF11 and SY10 area.
SY6 offers a unique and diverse range of experiences. The county town of Shrewsbury is located at the heart of the postcode and is famous for its medieval architecture, shopping, sights, attractions and annual events. Pontesbury to the south is a charming town which boasts a number of interesting independent shops, while Minsterley to the north is home to a range of activities, including a leisure centre and an historic church.
Away from the towns and villages of SY6 there is a host of natural beauty to explore. The Long Mynd, Stiperstones and the Shropshire Hills offer plenty of places to explore as well as numerous walking and cycling trails. The River Severn skirts the western edge of the postcode, while the River Tern meanders through the eastern edges. A wealth of picturesque villages and farms dot the area, providing a traditional rural background to the landscape.
TheSY6 postcode has a lot to offer visitors. Whether you're looking for a relaxing break in rural Shropshire, a retail experience in bustling Shrewsbury or a spot of wild exploration in some of The Long Mynd's many hidden wonders, SY6 has something for everyone.
Demographics
Shropshire
SY6 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.
| Outward Code | SY6 |
| Postal Town | Shrewsbury |
| MSOA Name | Shropshire 032 |
| LSOA Name | Shropshire 032C |
| County | Shropshire |
| Region | Shropshire |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | Shropshire |
| Area Classification | Largely Rural (rural including hub towns 50-79%) |
SY6 Electoral Wards
The postal region of SY6, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Chris H
Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 28% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.