Postcode Analysis Wiltshire, South West

LONGFORD ROAD, SN12 6AR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LONGFORD ROAD, SN12 6AR.

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Population

448

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 43,300 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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7/10
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7/10
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4/10
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4/10
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4/10
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4/10
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5/10
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6/10
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8/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. SN12 6AR's 72% ownership and 41-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SN12 6AR is a safe, established residential area on Longford Road, 0.6km from Spa Road in Melksham. Administratively it sits within Melksham South ward and the Chippenham constituency.

For families considering a move, SN12 6AR represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 41 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 72% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for SN12 6AR are sourced from Output Area E00163566 (shared with 17 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SN12 6AR. The average age is 40.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British92.6%
Asian / British Asian3.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.8%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

SN12 6AR has low crime rates — 22 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences39
Anti-social behaviour12
Criminal damage and arson8
Other theft6
Vehicle crime5

school Local Schools

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Aloeric Primary School

Good378 pupils0.3 km
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The Manor CofE VC Primary School

Requires Improvement188 pupils1.1 km
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River Mead School

Good261 pupils1.3 km
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Bowerhill Primary School

Requires Improvement404 pupils1.3 km
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Melksham Oak Community School

Good1269 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

9 nearby
  • Greggs0.9 km
  • High Street Convenience0.9 km
  • I D Newman & Son0.9 km
  • Melksham Community Food Larder0.9 km
  • Melksham Service Station0.3 km
  • + 4 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Conigre Hotel0.4 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • Kings Arms Hotel0.7 km
  • The Hiding Place0.9 km
  • The Parsons Nose0.9 km
  • West End Inn0.3 km
  • New Inn0.6 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • Costa Coffee0.9 km
  • Golden Falls Chinese Restaurant0.6 km
  • Gonjo Cafe Bake House0.9 km
  • The Market Tavern0.7 km
  • The Refa Tandoori House0.6 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Iceland0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

8 nearby
  • Acropolis Kebab Shop0.9 km
  • Fuego Bros0.7 km
  • Kings Gourmet0.6 km
  • Melksham Charcoal Grill0.8 km
  • Melksham Pizza Ltdt/a Caprinos Pizza0.8 km
  • + 3 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Melksham1.7 km
  • Trowbridge7.3 km
  • Bradford-On-Avon8.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Fire Station0.2 km
  • West End0.4 km
  • West End0.4 km