SN8 1DP is a safe, established residential area on Francklyn Acre, 0.6km from Marlborough in Marlborough. Administratively it sits within Marlborough East ward and the Devizes constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, SN8 1DP is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. The 45 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 68% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £176k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 59.2% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for SN8 1DP are sourced from Output Area E00162502 (shared with 3 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FRANCKLYN ACRE, SN8 1DP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FRANCKLYN ACRE, SN8 1DP.
237
45
£ 49,800 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SN8 1DP falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
With 68% social renting, SN8 1DP is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal. Property prices are trending down 59.2% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SN8 1DP. The average age is 44.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 102,000
2 sales · Mean £ 102,000
Terraced
£ 207,000
5 sales · Mean £ 209,700
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SN8 1DP 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.
school Local Schools
Marlborough St Mary's CE Primary School
St John's Marlborough
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
14 nearby- NISA Marlborough0.8 km
- Andrews Quality Meats Ltd0.6 km
- Edinburgh Woollen Mill Ltd0.8 km
- Greggs0.8 km
- Holland & Barrett0.8 km
- + 9 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Castle & Ball0.7 km
- The Bear Hotel0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- Dans at The Crown0.6 km
- Marlborough Golf Club0.3 km
- Marlborough Rugby Football Club Ltd0.2 km
- Merlins Pool Hall0.8 km
- The Lamb Hotel0.6 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
20 nearby- ASK Restaurants Ltd0.9 km
- Bite Me Burger Get Plucked0.5 km
- Bunces0.9 km
- Caffe Nero0.8 km
- Costa Ltd0.6 km
- + 15 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Waitrose0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Buns and Grills Marlborough0.6 km
- Lotus House0.6 km
- MFG Londis0.7 km
- New Road Kebab & Pizza House0.6 km
- The Charcoal Grill0.8 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Pewsey9.8 km
- Bedwyn10.5 km
- Hungerford15.2 km
Bus Stops
- Francklyn Acre0.1 km
- Baylie Acre0.1 km
- North View Place0.1 km
- Laineys Close0.2 km
- Rogers Meadow0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: SN81DP · Data under Open Government Licence