Victoria Road is in Warminster and in West Wiltshire district. BA12 8HG is located in the Warminster West 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 Victoria Road, Warminster, BA12 8HG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BA12 8HT, BA12 8FH, BA12 8RZ, BA12 8HB, BA12 8FL, BA12 8SA, BA12 8FS, BA12 8SQ, BA12 8HW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BA12 8HG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.2% | 51.4% | 2.2% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 50.8% | 48.6% | -2.2% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 8HG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58% 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 | 21.3% | 29.7% | 8.4% | 37.9% | -8.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.1% | 58% | -7.1% | 44.2% | 13.8% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 1% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 5% | 7.4% | 2.4% | 9.1% | -1.7% |
| Widowed | 6.2% | 3.9% | -2.3% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.2%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 50.8% | 51.3% | 0.5% | 48.4% | 2.9% |
| Good health | 35.6% | 33.9% | -1.7% | 33.6% | 0.3% |
| Fair health | 10.4% | 10.6% | 0.2% | 12.7% | -2.1% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 3.7% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -0.3% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 | 14.9% | 10.3% | -4.6% | 18.2% | -7.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.9% | 14.3% | -0.6% | 9.6% | 4.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.5% | 18.2% | -3.3% | 13.4% | 4.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 5.4% | 0.2% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.4% | 22.9% | 8.5% | 16.9% | 6.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.5% | 27.5% | 2.0% | 33.8% | -6.3% |
| Other | 3.7% | 1.5% | -2.2% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -2.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.2% | 1.2% | 1.0% | 1.0% | 0.2% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 96.7% | 95.7% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 14.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Other | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 92.2% 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 | 90.6% | 92.2% | 1.6% | 83.2% | 9.0% |
| European Union | 4.3% | 3.7% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 1.8% | 1.6% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 1% | -1.0% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0.2% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.2% | 92.6% | 2.4% | 83.2% | 9.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 6.3% | 5.5% | 9.8% | -3.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.8% | 0.4% | -1.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0.2% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.9% | 0.6% | -5.3% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.1% | 76.7% | 7.4% |
| Italy | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Romania | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.2% | 1.5% | -1.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 14.2% | 13.5% | 0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.1% | 37.2% | 3.9% |
| Christian | 54.6% | 46.2% | 8.4% |
| Muslim | 0.2% | 6.5% | -6.3% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Victoria Road was 106.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 72.3% higher than the Warminster Broadway average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Victoria Road has the 11th highest crime rate of 42 local areas in Warminster Broadway and the 209th highest crime rate of 1,627 local areas in Wiltshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 33.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -50.5%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 94A Victoria Road, Warminster, Wiltshire Other, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2023-04-27 | £156,114 |
| 94 Victoria Road, Warminster, Wiltshire Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2021-06-30 | £407,595 |
| 88 Victoria Road, Warminster, Wiltshire Detached, an established residential building | £430,000 | 2020-10-23 | £508,364 |
| 80 Victoria Road, Warminster, Wiltshire Detached, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2020-07-07 | £463,325 |
| 92 Victoria Road, Warminster, Wiltshire Detached, an established residential building | £395,000 | 2017-10-24 | £485,711 |
| Full-Time Employee | 161 |
| Retired | 83 |
| Part-Time Employee | 46 |
| Self-Employed | 41 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Unemployed | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 42 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 38 |
| Construction | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Education | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Information and communication | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Princecroft Primary School Princecroft Lane , BA12 8NT | 3out of 4 | 732 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Minster CofE Primary School Emwell Street , BA12 8JA | 3out of 4 | 1,335 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sambourne Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Sambourne Road , BA12 8LF | 3out of 4 | 1,455 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Avenue Primary School and Children's Centre 7 The Avenue , BA12 9AA | 3out of 4 | 2,129 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| New Close Primary School 30 Imber Road , BA12 9JJ | 1out of 4 | 2,566 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingdown School Woodcock Road , BA12 9DR | 3out of 4 | 3,214 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Warminster School Church Street , Warminster BA12 8PJ | - not rated | 1,345 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishopstrow College Bishopstrow Road , Bishopstrow BA12 9HU | - not rated | 3,974 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cock Inn | West Street, Warminster | 623 yd | |
| Warminster Rugby Football Club | Folly Lane, Warminster | 672 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Jade Kitchen | 5 Broxburn Road, Warminster | 603 yd | |
| Star Fish Bar | 3 Broxburn Road, Warminster | 603 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Store | 36 Victoria Road, Warminster | 337 yd | |
| Tesco | 2 Thornhill Road, Warminster | 635 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Princecroft Primary School PRINCECROFT LANE | grass pitches | 604 yd |
| Folly Lane WARMINSTER RUGBY FOOTBALL CLUB WARMINSTER RUGBY FOOTBALL CLUB FOLLY LANE | grass pitches | 646 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 93.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 93.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 93.3% |
| 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 | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 60.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 104.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.