Postcode Analysis Wiltshire, South West

NICOLSON CLOSE, SP4 7QX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NICOLSON CLOSE, SP4 7QX.

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Population

244

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Avg Age

48

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Avg Income

£ 52,800 /yr

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Employed

59%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SP4 7QX 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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7/10
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9/10
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4/10
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10/10
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3/10
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8/10
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6/10
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9/10
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6/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates SP4 7QX — age 48, 90% ownership, 7% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £261k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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

SP4 7QX is a sought-after residential area on Nicolson Close, 1.0km from Boscombe Down in Amesbury. Administratively it sits within Amesbury East & Bulford ward and the Salisbury constituency.

For serious buyers, SP4 7QX is a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 48, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 90% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. Employment levels are high (45% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £261k.

Census 2021 statistics for SP4 7QX are sourced from Output Area E00163066 (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 SP4 7QX. The average age is 48.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British100.0%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

59%Active
FT: 45%
Unemployed: 2%
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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

Semi-Detached

£ 248,500

4 sales · Mean £ 250,750

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

SP4 7QX has low crime rates — 23 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 offences32
Anti-social behaviour15
Shoplifting6
Criminal damage and arson4
Public order3

school Local Schools

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Amesbury Archer Primary School

Good407 pupils1.0 km
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The Stonehenge School

Good969 pupils1.2 km
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King's Gate Primary School

137 pupils1.3 km
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Christ The King Catholic School, Amesbury

Requires Improvement1.3 km
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Amesbury Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Inadequate1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Amebury RFC @ Centenary Pavillion0.8 km
  • Boscombe Down Recreational Club0.7 km
  • Toby Carvery Amesbury, Solstice RP0.9 km
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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Greggs Plc0.9 km
  • Co-Op Petrol Filling Station Shop0.9 km
  • One Stop Stores0.3 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

11 nearby
  • Costa Coffee0.8 km
  • McDonalds Restaurants Ltd0.9 km
  • Pizza Hut Restaurant0.8 km
  • Tesco Amesbury Customer Cafe1.0 km
  • The Amesbury Archer, Harvester0.8 km
  • + 6 more
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Supermarkets

5 nearby
  • Co-operative Group Food Store0.8 km
  • Tesco 62941.0 km
  • Home Bargains Retail Shop0.9 km
  • Lidl 12781.0 km
  • The Cooperative Food0.5 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Harlees Fish & Chips Ltd0.8 km
  • Noble House0.8 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Holiday Inn Solstice Bar & Grill0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Grateley9.6 km
  • Salisbury11.5 km
  • Dean16.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Burwood Close0.1 km
  • Burwood Close0.1 km
  • Heyford Close0.1 km
  • Chesterfield Close0.1 km
  • Hamilton Close0.1 km