Postcode Analysis Wiltshire, South West

WINDSOR AVENUE, SN12 6BE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WINDSOR AVENUE, SN12 6BE.

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Population

325

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 43,300 /yr

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Employed

56%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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7/10
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10/10
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5/10
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9/10
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2/10
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6/10
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6/10
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10/10
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8/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. SN12 6BE's low deprivation rank, 97% ownership, and £306k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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

SN12 6BE is a sought-after residential area on Windsor Avenue, 0.4km from Spa Road in Melksham. Administratively it sits within Melksham South ward and the Chippenham constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in SN12, SN12 6BE offers a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 47 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 97% 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 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £306k. 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 SN12 6BE are sourced from Output Area E00163569 (shared with 6 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 SN12 6BE. The average age is 47.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.8%
Asian / British Asian3.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.8%

Economic Activity

56%Active
FT: 41%
Unemployed: 1%
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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

£ 285,125

4 sales · Mean £ 290,562

Semi-Detached

£ 255,000

3 sales · Mean £ 260,000

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

SN12 6BE has low crime rates — 16 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.

Violence and sexual offences37
Anti-social behaviour10
Criminal damage and arson6
Other theft5
Vehicle crime5

school Local Schools

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Aloeric Primary School

Good378 pupils0.5 km
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The Manor CofE VC Primary School

Requires Improvement188 pupils0.9 km
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Melksham Oak Community School

Good1269 pupils1.1 km
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Bowerhill Primary School

Requires Improvement404 pupils1.2 km
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River Mead School

Good261 pupils1.2 km
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Forest and Sandridge Church of England Primary School

Good459 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

11 nearby
  • Greggs0.9 km
  • High Street Convenience0.9 km
  • I D Newman & Son0.9 km
  • Melksham Card & News Centre Ltd0.9 km
  • Melksham Community Food Larder0.9 km
  • + 6 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Conigre Hotel0.5 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

9 nearby
  • Buds0.9 km
  • Kings Arms Hotel0.7 km
  • Melksham Conservative Club1.0 km
  • Melksham Liberal Club1.0 km
  • The Grapes Inn1.0 km
  • + 4 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

9 nearby
  • Casa1.0 km
  • Costa Coffee0.9 km
  • Golden Falls Chinese Restaurant0.6 km
  • Gonjo Cafe Bake House0.9 km
  • Quenched1.0 km
  • + 4 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Iceland0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

11 nearby
  • Acropolis Kebab Shop0.9 km
  • Fuego Bros0.7 km
  • Kings Gourmet0.6 km
  • Melksham Charcoal Grill0.8 km
  • Melksham Pizza Ltdt/a Caprinos Pizza0.8 km
  • + 6 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Melksham1.7 km
  • Trowbridge7.6 km
  • Bradford-On-Avon8.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Hospital0.3 km
  • Hospital0.3 km
  • Spa Road0.4 km
  • Coronation Road0.4 km
  • Spa Road0.4 km