Postcode Analysis Wiltshire, South West

DARK LANE SOUTH, BA14 6EZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DARK LANE SOUTH, BA14 6EZ.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-12 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

297

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Avg Age

56

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Avg Income

£ 50,700 /yr

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Employed

40%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BA14 6EZ 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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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9/10
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8/10
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1/10
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3/10
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1/10
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9/10
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1/10
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9/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 88% owner-occupation and an average age of 56, BA14 6EZ is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £354k reflects the demand.

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

BA14 6EZ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Dark Lane South, 0.2km from Steeple Ashton in Steeple Ashton. Administratively it sits within Melksham Without West & Rural ward and the South West Wiltshire constituency.

For serious buyers, BA14 6EZ is a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. Average age 56 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 88% 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 5 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £354k.

Census 2021 statistics for BA14 6EZ are sourced from Output Area E00163645 (shared with 19 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 BA14 6EZ. The average age is 56.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.3%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.3%

Economic Activity

40%Active
FT: 23%
Unemployed: 2%
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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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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 354,000

2 sales · Mean £ 354,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-12)

BA14 6EZ has low crime rates — 5 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Longs Arms0.1 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Steeple Ashton Village Shop0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Trowbridge5.8 km
  • Westbury6.7 km
  • Melksham7.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Memorial0.2 km