Portnells Lane is in Zeals, Warminster and in Salisbury district. BA12 6PG is located in the Mere electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South West Wiltshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Portnells Lane, Zeals, Warminster, BA12 6PG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BA12 6PQ, BA12 6PJ, BA12 6NB, BA12 6NQ, BA12 6NJ, BA12 6NA, BA12 6NH, BA12 6PW, BA12 6PL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BA12 6PG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.3% | 50.9% | 1.6% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 50.7% | 49.1% | -1.6% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of BA12 6PG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 64.7% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 16.1% | 17.5% | 1.4% | 37.9% | -20.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.9% | 64.7% | 0.8% | 44.2% | 20.5% |
| Separated | 2% | 0.9% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 8.2% | 8.4% | 0.2% | 9.1% | -0.7% |
| Widowed | 9.8% | 8.4% | -1.4% | 6.1% | 2.3% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 37.9% | 37.5% | -0.4% | 48.4% | -10.9% |
| Good health | 44.2% | 43% | -1.2% | 33.6% | 9.4% |
| Fair health | 13.7% | 15.5% | 1.8% | 12.7% | 2.8% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 2% | -1.3% | 4.0% | -2.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 2% | 1.1% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.3% | 14.1% | -10.2% | 18.2% | -4.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.1% | 14.4% | 3.3% | 9.6% | 4.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 14.1% | -2.6% | 13.4% | 0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 8.8% | 4.9% | 5.3% | 3.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.1% | 12.9% | 1.8% | 16.9% | -4.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.2% | 33.9% | 6.7% | 33.8% | 0.1% |
| Other | 5.6% | 1.9% | -3.7% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.8% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 99.7% | 96.8% | -2.9% | 81.4% | 15.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 93.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 97.3% | 93.1% | -4.2% | 83.2% | 9.9% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 3.7% | 3.1% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 93.1% | -3.6% | 83.2% | 9.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 5.4% | 5.1% | 9.8% | -4.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.5% | 76.7% | 11.8% |
| Ireland | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 8.3% | 13.5% | -5.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 23.3% | 37.2% | -13.9% |
| Christian | 66.7% | 46.2% | 20.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Sikh | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.5% | 6.0% | 1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Portnells Lane was 25.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 49.3% lower than the Mere average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Portnells Lane has the 4th lowest crime rate of 22 local areas in Mere and the 497th lowest crime rate of 1,627 local areas in Wiltshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -68.7%.
Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 51% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| High View Portnells Lane, Warminster, Wiltshire Detached, an established residential building | £395,000 | 2024-03-28 | £419,015 |
| The Old Rectory Portnells Lane, Warminster, Wiltshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,500,000 | 2021-11-10 | £1,653,595 |
| Church Cottage Portnells Lane, Warminster, Wiltshire Detached, an established residential building | £460,000 | 2019-01-10 | £554,190 |
| Beech House Portnells Lane, Warminster, Wiltshire Detached, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2018-09-28 | £572,262 |
| Church Cottage Portnells Lane, Warminster, Wiltshire Detached, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2014-11-10 | £626,903 |
BA12 6PG area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 23% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
BA12 6PG area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in BA12 6PG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 47% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 151 |
| Full-Time Employee | 69 |
| Self-Employed | 38 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Construction | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Education | 14 |
| Other | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whitesheet Church of England Primary Academy Chapel Lane , Zeals BA12 6NL | 3out of 4 | 176 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's Church of England School, Bourton Church Track , Bourton SP8 5BN | 4out of 4 | 1,992 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Milton-on-Stour Church of England Primary School Milton-on-Stour , SP8 5QD | 3out of 4 | 4,135 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mere School Springfield Road , Mere BA12 6EW | 3out of 4 | 4,166 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bell and Crown | Zeals, Warminster | 189 yd | |
| White Lion Inn | White Lion Inn High Street | 770 yd | |
| Bullpits Golf Club | Bullpits Factory Hill | 863 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bullpits Golf Course | golf | 866 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 75.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 25.0% |
| Median download speed | 20.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 34.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 77.43 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 77.43 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.