SN9 5BY is a sought-after residential area on Lime Close, 0.3km from Knowle in Pewsey. Administratively it sits within Pewsey ward and the Devizes constituency.
For serious buyers, SN9 5BY is a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. 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 9 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £425k, up 16.4% 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 SN9 5BY are sourced from Output Area E00162541 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LIME CLOSE, SN9 5BY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LIME CLOSE, SN9 5BY.
245
56
£ 49,000 /yr
39%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: 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.
Area Character
Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 88% owner-occupation and an average age of 56, SN9 5BY is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £425k reflects the demand. Property prices are trending up 16.4% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SN9 5BY. 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
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 395,000
2 sales · Mean £ 395,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
SN9 5BY has low crime rates — 9 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
Pewsey Primary School
Pewsey Vale School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Best One Stores0.7 km
- Marshalls Bakery Ltd0.4 km
- Martins0.4 km
- Pewsey Service Station1.0 km
- Spar0.4 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Circles B&B0.4 km
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- The Coopers Arms0.5 km
- The Crown Inn0.7 km
- The Moonrakers Inn0.4 km
- The Royal Oak0.5 km
- The Shed Alehouse Ltd0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Little Lunchbox Cafe0.5 km
- Pewsey Vale Craft and Tea Room0.5 km
- Snoopers Bazaar0.5 km
- Tale Of Spice0.5 km
- The Waterfront Bar And Bistro0.7 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-Operative0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Dragon Inn0.5 km
- Pewsey Kebab & Pizza House0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Pewsey0.7 km
- Bedwyn12.0 km
- Hungerford19.2 km
Bus Stops
- Holly Close0.1 km
- Holly Close0.1 km
- Walnut Close0.2 km
- Moonrakers0.3 km
- Eastfield House0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: SN95BY · Data under Open Government Licence