Postcode Analysis Wiltshire, South West

SP4 8PP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SP4 8PP.

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Population

486

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Avg Age

26

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Avg Income

£ 69,700 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: 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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2/10
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8/10
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8/10
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7/10
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1/10
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1/10
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1/10
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Area Character

SP4 8PP is a student and graduate zone — average age 26, 68% private renting, and the high-energy, high-turnover character of a university-adjacent neighbourhood. Low crime and budget prices are a strong draw for students and early-career renters.

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

SP4 8PP is a sought-after residential area located 0.5km from Larkhill in Larkhill. Administratively it sits within Avon Valley ward and the Devizes constituency.

This is a well-established rental postcode — a diverse suburb with younger adults and first-time buyers, good starter homes. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a accessible countryside zone — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. Average age 26 — a clear signal of a student and young renter community, typically with strong café and nightlife culture nearby. 68% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 SP4 8PP are sourced from Output Area E00163185 (shared with 9 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 8PP. The average age is 26.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British75.6%
Asian / British Asian6.0%
Black / African / Caribbean8.2%
Other / Mixed10.3%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Youthful and transient. Characterized by young adults and early-career individuals predominantly living in rental accommodation.

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

SP4 8PP has low crime rates — 18 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 offences15
Anti-social behaviour11
Vehicle crime4
Public order3
Burglary1

school Local Schools

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Larkhill Primary School

Good205 pupils0.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Nisa Larkhill0.5 km
  • Larkhill Post Office0.5 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • EGB Ltd0.3 km
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Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Jubilee Cafe0.5 km
  • Larkhill Fish & Chips Fried Chicken0.5 km
  • Kebab & Pizza House0.5 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Pack Horse0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Salisbury13.7 km
  • Grateley14.2 km
  • Pewsey16.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Primary School0.2 km
  • Alanbrooke Road0.2 km
  • Heath Square0.2 km
  • Alanbrooke Road0.2 km
  • Alanbrooke Road0.3 km