Postcode Analysis Wiltshire, South West

CHIMINAGE CLOSE, SN8 1BW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHIMINAGE CLOSE, SN8 1BW.

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Population

285

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 49,800 /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: SN8 1BW represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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7/10
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4/10
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3/10
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5/10
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6/10
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4/10
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3/10
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4/10
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1/10
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Area Character

With 46% social renting, SN8 1BW is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Low crime and a young population give this estate more upside than first impressions suggest. Property prices are trending up 127.8% year-on-year.

home £315,000 median price shield Safety 7/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SN8 1BW is a safe, established residential area on Chiminage Close, 0.4km from Marlborough in Marlborough. Administratively it sits within Marlborough East ward and the Devizes constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, SN8 1BW is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 46% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £315k, up 127.8% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for SN8 1BW are sourced from Output Area E00162503 (shared with 7 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 SN8 1BW. The average age is 40.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British91.9%
Asian / British Asian4.6%
Black / African / Caribbean1.1%
Other / Mixed2.5%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 247,500

4 sales · Mean £ 270,750

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

SN8 1BW has low crime rates — 22 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 offences28
Anti-social behaviour17
Public order8
Vehicle crime5
Criminal damage and arson4

school Local Schools

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Marlborough St Mary's CE Primary School

Good398 pupils0.9 km
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St John's Marlborough

Outstanding1711 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

16 nearby
  • NISA Marlborough0.6 km
  • Andrews Quality Meats Ltd0.5 km
  • Cook0.9 km
  • Edinburgh Woollen Mill Ltd0.6 km
  • Greggs0.6 km
  • + 11 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Castle & Ball0.5 km
  • The Bear Hotel0.5 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

9 nearby
  • Dans at The Crown0.5 km
  • Marlborough Golf Club0.4 km
  • Marlborough Rugby Football Club Ltd0.1 km
  • Marlborough Town Football Club0.9 km
  • Merlins Pool Hall0.6 km
  • + 4 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

22 nearby
  • ASK Restaurants Ltd0.7 km
  • Bite Me Burger Get Plucked0.3 km
  • Bunces0.7 km
  • Caffe Nero0.6 km
  • Cardinal Coffee Shop0.9 km
  • + 17 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Tesco Superstore 63310.9 km
  • Waitrose0.5 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • Buns and Grills Marlborough0.5 km
  • Lotus House0.5 km
  • MFG Londis0.6 km
  • New Road Kebab & Pizza House0.4 km
  • The Charcoal Grill0.6 km
  • + 1 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Pewsey9.7 km
  • Bedwyn10.4 km
  • Hungerford15.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Laineys Close0.1 km
  • Laineys Close0.1 km
  • Baylie Acre0.1 km
  • North View Place0.1 km
  • The Common0.1 km