Quantock Close is in Warminster and in West Wiltshire district. BA12 8RQ is located in the Warminster North & Rural 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 Quantock Close, Warminster, BA12 8RQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BA12 8RG, BA12 8QZ, BA12 8RE, BA12 8PL, BA12 8PX, BA12 8RF, BA12 0BJ, BA12 8QT, BA12 0EX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BA12 8RQ is primarily male, with 55.7% of the population 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 | 53.2% | 44.3% | -8.9% | 51.0% | -6.7% |
| Male | 46.8% | 55.7% | 8.9% | 49.0% | 6.7% |
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 | 33.2% | 34.4% | 1.2% | 37.9% | -3.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.2% | 42.4% | -7.8% | 44.2% | -1.8% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 3.1% | 1.4% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 7.6% | 9.4% | 1.8% | 9.1% | 0.3% |
| Widowed | 7.3% | 10.1% | 2.8% | 6.1% | 4.0% |
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 | 36.3% | 36.1% | -0.2% | 48.4% | -12.3% |
| Good health | 38.6% | 38.9% | 0.3% | 33.6% | 5.3% |
| Fair health | 15.2% | 17.8% | 2.6% | 12.7% | 5.1% |
| Bad health | 8.2% | 6.3% | -1.9% | 4.0% | 2.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 0.9% | -0.8% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 18.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.2% | 24.9% | -7.3% | 18.2% | 6.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.9% | 12.1% | -6.8% | 9.6% | 2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.3% | 16.3% | -3.0% | 13.4% | 2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2% | 4.5% | 2.5% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.3% | 19.7% | 12.4% | 16.9% | 2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.3% | 18.3% | 5.0% | 33.8% | -15.5% |
| Other | 7% | 4.2% | -2.8% | 2.8% | 1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.4% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 3.1% | -1.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.9% | 96.4% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 15.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 90.2% 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 | 91.5% | 90.2% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 7.0% |
| European Union | 5.9% | 6.5% | 0.6% | 6.1% | 0.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.5% | 90.2% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 7.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 6.5% | 6.2% | 9.8% | -3.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 1.8% | 1.0% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.6% | 0.3% | -5.3% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67% | 76.7% | -9.7% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Romania | 2.1% | 0.9% | 1.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 28.3% | 13.5% | 14.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.4% | 37.2% | 4.2% |
| Christian | 50% | 46.2% | 3.8% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.4% | 6.0% | 1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Quantock Close was 61.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 0.6% lower than the Warminster Broadway average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Quantock Close has the 18th highest crime rate of 42 local areas in Warminster Broadway and the 491st highest crime rate of 1,627 local areas in Wiltshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 36.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 94.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Quantock Close, Warminster, Wiltshire Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2024-10-25 | £163,676 |
| 5 Quantock Close, Warminster, Wiltshire Terraced, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2024-01-26 | £176,921 |
| 9 Quantock Close, Warminster, Wiltshire Terraced, an established residential building | £232,000 | 2022-10-24 | £234,057 |
| 3 Quantock Close, Warminster, Wiltshire Terraced, an established residential building | £157,000 | 2017-06-30 | £203,247 |
| 9 Quantock Close, Warminster, Wiltshire Terraced, an established residential building | £176,000 | 2016-09-26 | £230,465 |
BA12 8RQ 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 | 83 |
| Retired | 79 |
| Part-Time Employee | 47 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Education | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Avenue Primary School and Children's Centre 7 The Avenue , BA12 9AA | 3out of 4 | 972 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Minster CofE Primary School Emwell Street , BA12 8JA | 3out of 4 | 980 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sambourne Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Sambourne Road , BA12 8LF | 3out of 4 | 1,429 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| New Close Primary School 30 Imber Road , BA12 9JJ | 1out of 4 | 1,469 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Princecroft Primary School Princecroft Lane , BA12 8NT | 3out of 4 | 1,476 yd | Community school | 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 | 2,126 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Matravers School Springfield Road , BA13 3QH | 2out of 4 | 5,415 yd | Foundation school | No | 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 | 737 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishopstrow College Bishopstrow Road , Bishopstrow BA12 9HU | - not rated | 3,203 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairfield Farm College (Fairfield Farm Trust) 43 High Street , Dilton Marsh BA13 4DL | - not rated | 4,769 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nagas The Spice Minister | The Naga Indian Restaurant, Portway | 524 yd | |
| The Old Fire Station Cafe | Ground Floor, The Old Fire Station | 787 yd | |
| The Coffee Garden | 4 Silver Street, Warminster | 823 yd | |
| The Athenaeum Centre | 18-20 High Street, Warminster | 861 yd | |
| Le Cafe Journal | 6 High Street, Warminster | 861 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Wiltshire Golf Club | 9 Elm Hill, Warminster | 689 yd | |
| The Prestbury Sports Bar | The Close, Warminster | 744 yd | |
| The Organ Inn | High Street, Warminster | 798 yd | |
| Boston Shaker | The Basement, The Old Town Hall, 6 Market Place | 913 yd | |
| The Anchor Hotel | The Anchor Inn, Market Place | 992 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gino's Pizza | 30 George Street, Warminster | 768 yd | |
| Maya Indian Cuisine | 32 George Street, Warminster | 768 yd | |
| Hot Wok | 25 George Street, Warminster | 768 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 43 High Street, Warminster | 798 yd | |
| Golden Fish Inn | 4 George Street, Warminster | 801 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | 19 Three Horseshoes Walk, Warminster | 903 yd | |
| Waitrose Ltd | Station Road, Warminster | 956 yd | |
| Lidl Great Britain Ltd | Lidl, Station Road | 998 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Portway Playing Field (Closed) Portway Lane | grass pitches | 175 yd |
| Curves For Women (Warminster) (Closed) 1-5 1-5 CENTURION WAY | health and fitness suite | 684 yd |
| Cold Harbour Playing Fields Bath Road | grass pitches | 697 yd |
| Warminster School CHURCH STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 707 yd |
| West Wiltshire Golf Club ELM HILL | golf | 736 yd |
| The Avenue Primary School And Children’S Centre THE AVENUE | grass pitches | 790 yd |
| Busy Bodies Health And Fitness Club (Closed) Three Horseshoes Walk | health and fitness suite | 860 yd |
| Warminster Prep School VICARAGE STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 924 yd |
| The Minster C Of E Primary School EMWELL STREET | grass pitches | 937 yd |
| Harridges Health & Fitness Studio MARKET PLACE | health and fitness suite | 1,068 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 | 36.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 164.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.