Masefield Road is in Warminster and in West Wiltshire district. BA12 8HU 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 Masefield Road, Warminster, BA12 8HU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BA12 8HY, BA12 8EX, BA12 8HJ, BA12 8HZ, BA12 8HX, BA12 8HL, BA12 8EE, BA12 8EQ, BA12 8JT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BA12 8HU has a slightly higher male population, with 51.5% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.8% | 48.5% | -1.3% | 51.0% | -2.5% |
| Male | 50.2% | 51.5% | 1.3% | 49.0% | 2.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 28.8% | 33.5% | 4.7% | 37.9% | -4.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.3% | 45.4% | -7.9% | 44.2% | 1.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 7.9% | 11.5% | 3.6% | 9.1% | 2.4% |
| Widowed | 7.5% | 6.2% | -1.3% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
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 | 45.8% | 39.1% | -6.7% | 48.4% | -9.3% |
| Good health | 36.7% | 35.7% | -1.0% | 33.6% | 2.1% |
| Fair health | 12.1% | 18.5% | 6.4% | 12.7% | 5.8% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 5.7% | 1.3% | 4.0% | 1.7% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 14.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.2% | 20.5% | -3.7% | 18.2% | 2.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 21.3% | 13.6% | -7.7% | 9.6% | 4.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.4% | 18.2% | -2.2% | 13.4% | 4.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 9.3% | 6.0% | 5.3% | 4.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.1% | 20.2% | 8.1% | 16.9% | 3.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.3% | 14.3% | -2.0% | 33.8% | -19.5% |
| Other | 2.5% | 3.9% | 1.4% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.3% | 97% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 15.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 91.2% 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 | 94.9% | 91.2% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 8.0% |
| European Union | 2.7% | 6.4% | 3.7% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.9% | 90.9% | -4.0% | 83.2% | 7.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 7.7% | 7.0% | 9.8% | -2.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4% | 0% | -4.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.8% | 76.7% | -1.9% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 2.4% | 1.3% | 1.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 22.1% | 13.5% | 8.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.5% | 37.2% | 14.3% |
| Christian | 42.4% | 46.2% | -3.8% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Masefield Road was 63.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 3.2% higher than the Warminster Broadway average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Masefield Road has the 17th highest crime rate of 42 local areas in Warminster Broadway and the 468th highest crime rate of 1,627 local areas in Wiltshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 28.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 837.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 101 Masefield Road, Warminster, Wiltshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2024-08-23 | £155,635 |
| 85 Masefield Road, Warminster, Wiltshire Terraced, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2022-12-20 | £283,300 |
| 101 Masefield Road, Warminster, Wiltshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2022-11-17 | £137,615 |
| 85 Masefield Road, Warminster, Wiltshire Terraced, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2022-04-22 | £276,903 |
| 69 Masefield Road, Warminster, Wiltshire Terraced, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2021-07-30 | £234,057 |
BA12 8HU area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 93 |
| Retired | 58 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Education | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Princecroft Primary School Princecroft Lane , BA12 8NT | 3out of 4 | 195 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Minster CofE Primary School Emwell Street , BA12 8JA | 3out of 4 | 873 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sambourne Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Sambourne Road , BA12 8LF | 3out of 4 | 913 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 | 1,677 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| New Close Primary School 30 Imber Road , BA12 9JJ | 1out of 4 | 2,073 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 | 2,699 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 | 961 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishopstrow College Bishopstrow Road , Bishopstrow BA12 9HU | - not rated | 3,427 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 Coffee Garden | 4 Silver Street, Warminster | 1,006 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cock Inn | West Street, Warminster | 258 yd | |
| Warminster Rugby Football Club | Folly Lane, Warminster | 751 yd | |
| Fox And Hounds Inn | Fox And Hounds, 6 Deverill Road | 835 yd | |
| Warminster Town Football Club | Warminster Town Football Club, 73 Weymouth Street | 1,009 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Jade Kitchen | 5 Broxburn Road, Warminster | 108 yd | |
| Star Fish Bar | 3 Broxburn Road, Warminster | 108 yd | |
| New Sambourne Chinese Takeaway | 1 Sambourne Road, Warminster | 1,040 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 2 Thornhill Road, Warminster | 190 yd | |
| Co-operative Store | 36 Victoria Road, Warminster | 292 yd | |
| Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited | Morrisons, Weymouth Street | 1,053 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Princecroft Primary School PRINCECROFT LANE | grass pitches | 117 yd |
| Warminster Prep School VICARAGE STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 785 yd |
| The Minster C Of E Primary School EMWELL STREET | grass pitches | 804 yd |
| Warminster Cricket Club SAMBOURNE ROAD | grass pitches | 834 yd |
| Folly Lane WARMINSTER RUGBY FOOTBALL CLUB WARMINSTER RUGBY FOOTBALL CLUB FOLLY LANE | grass pitches | 916 yd |
| Warminster School CHURCH STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 921 yd |
| Warminster Town Football Club WEYMOUTH STREET | grass pitches | 1,048 yd |
| Cold Harbour Playing Fields Bath Road | grass pitches | 1,086 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 123.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.