Is SP5 1AP a safe place to live?

Yes, SP5 1AP is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 14 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of SP5 1AP?

The population for the SP5 1AP area is approximately 239 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Wiltshire, South West

SP5 1AP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SP5 1AP.

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

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Population

239

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 56,100 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SP5 1AP is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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9/10

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9/10

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1/10

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4/10

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1/10

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9/10

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3/10

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7/10

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3/10

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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates SP5 1AP — age 46, 72% ownership, 13% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. 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

SP5 1AP is a sought-after residential area within the SP5 district of Wiltshire. Administratively it sits within Winterslow & Upper Bourne Valley ward and the Salisbury constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 72% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for SP5 1AP are sourced from Output Area E00163431 (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 SP5 1AP. The average age is 46.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.7%

Asian / British Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed1.3%

Economic Activity

46%Active

FT: 31%

Unemployed: 3%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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

SP5 1AP has low crime rates — 14 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are criminal damage and arson and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Criminal damage and arson5

Vehicle crime1

Violence and sexual offences1

storefront Nearby Amenities

local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

Hook And Glove Inn0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Dean4.2 km
Salisbury8.4 km
Mottisfont & Dunbridge10.3 km

Bus Stops

Crossroads0.1 km
Crossroads0.1 km
Old Chapel0.4 km
Oak Close0.4 km