Shrewsbury FAQ
Quick answers to common questions about Shrewsbury — population, council, postcodes and who represents the town in Parliament. For practical guides on bins, planning and more, see the full Shrewsbury local guide.
What is the population of Shrewsbury?
Shrewsbury has a population of ~77,000.
Which council covers Shrewsbury?
Shrewsbury is covered by Shropshire Council, which is responsible for local services including bins, planning and housing.
What postcodes cover Shrewsbury?
Shrewsbury falls mainly within the SY1-SY3 postcode areas.
Who is the MP for Shrewsbury?
Shrewsbury town centre falls in the Shrewsbury constituency, represented by Julia Buckley (Labour).
What areas does Shrewsbury Gazette cover?
We cover Town centre, Abbey Foregate, Castlefields, Frankwell, Meole Brace, Harlescott, Copthorne, and the surrounding area.
What's an interesting fact about Shrewsbury?
Shrewsbury's historic centre sits inside a loop of the River Severn and contains hundreds of listed buildings spanning medieval streets and Georgian squares.
More about Shrewsbury
- Bin collection days in Shrewsbury
- Planning applications in Shrewsbury
- Reporting a pothole in Shrewsbury
- School term dates in Shrewsbury
- More on Shrewsbury's MP, contact details and expenses
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