Area guide
Everything you need to know about buying property in the SY1 postcode area, covering Shrewsbury and surrounding areas. All price data sourced from HM Land Registry — updated July 2026.
Average price
£163,750
Median price
£136,500
5-year trend
+28.4%
Total sales
16,328
The SY1 area has 793 individual postcodes with 16,328 registered sales. Prices are +58.7% below the national average, with the largest concentration in Shrewsbury. The five-year price movement is +28.4%.
A medieval Shropshire market town inside a loop of the River Severn with Tudor timber-framed buildings, independent shops and a relaxed quality of life away from the commuter belt.
🚆 Main station
Shrewsbury
⏱️ London commute
~150 min by train
🏫 Notable school
Shrewsbury High School
SY1 averages £163,750, placing it in the affordable category, +58.7% below the national average. Affordable areas can offer good value for first-time buyers and investors seeking lower entry points. The dataset includes 16,328 recorded sales across 793 postcodes.
The five-year price trend in SY1 is +28.4%, significantly outpacing many other areas. This level of growth may reflect improving local amenities, transport links or broader regeneration.
SY1 2HL
£128,994 avg · 230 sales
SY1 3YT
£92,054 avg · 190 sales
SY1 2DL
£141,927 avg · 187 sales
SY1 4YE
£168,676 avg · 137 sales
SY1 2BF
£199,151 avg · 124 sales
SY1 4TA
£115,140 avg · 124 sales
SY1 3XT
£96,816 avg · 120 sales
SY1 2RG
£104,221 avg · 117 sales
SY1 2BA
£136,835 avg · 113 sales
This SY1 area guide is based on HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, covering registered residential property sales in England and Wales from January 1995 onwards. All figures are historical sold prices, not current valuations or asking prices.
Data last updated: July 2026 · View methodology
The average sold price in the SY1 postcode area is £163,750, based on 16,328 HM Land Registry transactions. The largest town in this area is Shrewsbury.
Properties in SY1 average £163,750, which is +58.7% below the national average of £396,803 for England and Wales.
The median price (£136,500) is 16.6% below the average (£163,750), suggesting a mix of property types or a few high-value sales pulling the mean upward. This is common in areas with both affordable and premium housing.
Prices in SY1 have moved +28.4% over five years, reflecting broader UK house price growth. The large sample size gives confidence in this trend.
No. All figures on this page are historical completed sale prices from HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. They are not current valuations, estate agent asking prices, or financial advice. Always seek professional advice before making property decisions.
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