BA13 4RU is a sought-after residential area on The Picquet, 0.2km from Stradbrook in Bratton. Administratively it sits within Ethandune ward and the South West Wiltshire constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in BA13, BA13 4RU offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 52 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 90% 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 £360k, down 24.4% year-on-year. 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 BA13 4RU are sourced from Output Area E00163498 (shared with 23 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
THE PICQUET, BA13 4RU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE PICQUET, BA13 4RU.
273
52
£ 47,600 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BA13 4RU is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, BA13 4RU combines high owner-occupation (90%), strong property values (£360k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £360k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold. Property prices are trending down 24.4% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BA13 4RU. The average age is 51.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 360,000
2 sales · Mean £ 360,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
BA13 4RU 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.
school Local Schools
Bratton Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Duke Inn and Tasty Trio0.2 km
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Central Convenience Stores0.2 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Pickleberry Coffee & Gift Shop0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Westbury5.4 km
- Dilton Marsh6.4 km
- Warminster8.0 km
Bus Stops
- The Duke0.2 km
- The Duke0.2 km
- Manor Fields0.3 km
- Castle Road0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: BA134RU · Data under Open Government Licence