Is SN12 6BF a safe place to live?

Yes, SN12 6BF is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 13 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in SN12 6BF?

The average property price in SN12 6BF is currently around £340k.

What is the population of SN12 6BF?

The population for the SN12 6BF area is approximately 377 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Wiltshire, South West

HASTINGS ROAD, SN12 6BF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HASTINGS ROAD, SN12 6BF.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

377

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 52,100 /yr

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Employed

53%

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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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10/10

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9/10

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4/10

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10/10

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1/10

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7/10

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2/10

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7/10

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1/10

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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates SN12 6BF — age 39, 80% ownership, 10% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £340k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SN12 6BF is a safe, established residential area on Hastings Road, 0.4km from Woolmore Farm in Melksham. Administratively it sits within Melksham East ward and the Chippenham constituency.

For serious buyers, SN12 6BF is a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 39 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 80% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £340k.

Census 2021 statistics for SN12 6BF are sourced from Output Area E00184289 (shared with 11 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 6BF. The average age is 38.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.5%

Asian / British Asian1.1%

Black / African / Caribbean0.5%

Other / Mixed1.9%

Economic Activity

53%Active

FT: 38%

Unemployed: 0%

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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 340,000

4 sales · Mean £ 355,000

Semi-Detached

£ 215,500

1 sales · Mean £ 215,500

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

SN12 6BF has low crime rates — 13 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 offences21

Anti-social behaviour8

Burglary3

Criminal damage and arson2

Vehicle crime2

school Local Schools

Melksham Oak Community School

Good1269 pupils0.4 km

Bowerhill Primary School

Requires Improvement404 pupils0.6 km

Forest and Sandridge Church of England Primary School

Good459 pupils1.4 km

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

The Pilot0.6 km

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Supermarkets

1 nearby

Tesco Express0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Melksham3.1 km
Trowbridge8.2 km
Bradford-On-Avon9.7 km

Bus Stops

Oak Community School0.1 km
Oak Community School0.1 km
Old Loves Farm0.1 km
Old Loves Farm0.1 km
Oak School Bus Park0.3 km