SP4 6GY is a safe, established residential area on Virginia Way in Old Sarum. Administratively it sits within Old Sarum & Lower Bourne Valley ward and the Salisbury constituency.
For families considering a move, SP4 6GY represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. An average age of 29 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 77% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. Employment levels are high (46% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 49 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for SP4 6GY are sourced from Output Area E00184235 (shared with 17 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
VIRGINIA WAY, SP4 6GY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for VIRGINIA WAY, SP4 6GY.
516
29
£ 55,100 /yr
57%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SP4 6GY 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.
Area Character
SP4 6GY is a mixed residential postcode — average age 29, 77% 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SP4 6GY. The average age is 28.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A younger demographic of homeowners. The population consists of young adults and couples who have actively bought property here.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SP4 6GY has low crime rates — 49 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
Old Sarum Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Supermarkets
1 nearby- The Southern Co-Operative Ltd.0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Skies Cafe0.7 km
- Jumpin Inflatable Fun0.8 km
- Bams Grill Ltd0.5 km
- Old Sarum Development Centre Cafe0.8 km
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Latestop SW Ltd t/a Spar0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Salisbury FC Limited0.2 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Caprinos Pizza0.6 km
- Mandarin House0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Salisbury4.2 km
- Dean12.7 km
- Grateley13.7 km
Bus Stops
- Robin Road0.1 km
- Robin Road0.1 km
- Salisbury FC0.2 km
- Castle Well Drive0.3 km
- Herman Way0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: SP46GY · Data under Open Government Licence