SN8 1DU is a sought-after residential area located 0.8km from Marlborough in Marlborough. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Marlborough West ward and the Devizes constituency.
Day-to-day life in SN8 1DU has the character of a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. Average age 56 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 29 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for SN8 1DU are sourced from Output Area E00162513 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SN8 1DU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SN8 1DU.
228
56
£ 49,800 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SN8 1DU is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 71% owner-occupation and an average age of 56, SN8 1DU is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — reflects the demand.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SN8 1DU. The average age is 55.6. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SN8 1DU has low crime rates — 29 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
13 nearby- Andrews Quality Meats Ltd0.9 km
- Edinburgh Woollen Mill Ltd0.9 km
- Greggs0.9 km
- Holland & Barrett0.9 km
- Luisa's Cupcake Boutique1.0 km
- + 8 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Castle & Ball0.9 km
- The Bear Hotel0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- Dans at The Crown0.9 km
- Marlborough Golf Club0.0 km
- Marlborough Rugby Football Club Ltd0.4 km
- Merlins Pool Hall0.9 km
- The Lamb Hotel0.8 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
16 nearby- Bite Me Burger Get Plucked0.7 km
- Caffe Nero0.9 km
- Costa Ltd0.8 km
- Eliane0.9 km
- Faux Arts0.9 km
- + 11 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Waitrose0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Buns and Grills Marlborough0.9 km
- Lotus House0.9 km
- New Road Kebab & Pizza House0.8 km
- The Charcoal Grill0.9 km
- Yeung's House0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Pewsey9.9 km
- Bedwyn10.8 km
- Hungerford15.5 km
Bus Stops
- Francklyn Acre0.3 km
- Rogers Meadow0.3 km
- North View Place0.3 km
- Baylie Acre0.4 km
- The Common0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: SN81DU · Data under Open Government Licence