Postcode Analysis Wiltshire, South West

WYVERN ROAD, SN12 6BY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WYVERN ROAD, SN12 6BY.

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Population

369

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 52,100 /yr

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Employed

58%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SN12 6BY 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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9/10
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10/10
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4/10
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9/10
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8/10
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6/10
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7/10
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5/10
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Area Character

SN12 6BY is a mixed residential postcode — average age 38, 82% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 27.9% year-on-year.

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

SN12 6BY is a safe, established residential area on Wyvern Road, 0.4km from Woolmore Farm in Bowerhill. Administratively it sits within Bowerhill ward and the Chippenham constituency.

For families considering a move, SN12 6BY represents a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 82% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

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 £277k, up 27.9% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for SN12 6BY are sourced from Output Area E00166455 (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 6BY. The average age is 37.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.7%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.0%

Economic Activity

58%Active
FT: 42%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 296,250

4 sales · Mean £ 309,000

Terraced

£ 215,000

3 sales · Mean £ 203,333

Semi-Detached

£ 210,000

3 sales · Mean £ 225,000

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

SN12 6BY 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.

Violence and sexual offences21
Anti-social behaviour8
Burglary3
Criminal damage and arson2
Vehicle crime2

school Local Schools

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Melksham Oak Community School

Good1269 pupils0.4 km
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Bowerhill Primary School

Requires Improvement404 pupils0.5 km
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Forest and Sandridge Church of England Primary School

Good459 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Pilot0.6 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco Express0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Melksham3.0 km
  • Trowbridge8.1 km
  • Bradford-On-Avon9.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Oak Community School0.1 km
  • Oak Community School0.1 km
  • Old Loves Farm0.2 km
  • Old Loves Farm0.2 km
  • Oak School Bus Park0.3 km