Postcode Analysis Wiltshire, South West

UPPER BACKWAY, SP3 4DE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for UPPER BACKWAY, SP3 4DE.

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

326

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 69,700 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SP3 4DE represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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6/10
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5/10
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1/10
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4/10
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7/10
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6/10
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2/10
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3/10
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10/10
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Area Character

SP3 4DE has a significant social housing presence — 45% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal. Property prices are trending up 55.8% year-on-year.

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

SP3 4DE is a safe, established residential area on Upper Backway, 0.5km from Shrewton in Shrewton. Administratively it sits within Avon Valley ward and the Salisbury constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, SP3 4DE is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 45% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 33 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £299k, up 55.8% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for SP3 4DE are sourced from Output Area E00163355 (shared with 9 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 SP3 4DE. The average age is 41.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.9%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.1%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 260,000

4 sales · Mean £ 265,500

Terraced

£ 190,750

2 sales · Mean £ 190,750

Detached

£ 286,000

2 sales · Mean £ 286,000

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

SP3 4DE has low crime rates — 33 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences22
Criminal damage and arson7
Other theft4
Public order3
Vehicle crime3

school Local Schools

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Shrewton CofE Primary Academy

Good102 pupils0.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Bridge Garage Shop0.5 km
  • Billy Baxters Butchers0.2 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • The Southern Co-Operative Ltd0.4 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Shrewton Sports & Social Club0.6 km
  • The Plume Of Feathers0.2 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Shrewton Methodist Church0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Salisbury15.6 km
  • Pewsey18.4 km
  • Warminster19.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Furlong Way0.1 km
  • Furlong Way0.2 km
  • George0.2 km
  • George0.2 km
  • George0.2 km