Carpenters Lane is in Bratton, Westbury and in West Wiltshire district. BA13 4SS is located in the Ethandune 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 Carpenters Lane, Bratton, Westbury, BA13 4SS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BA13 4TE, BA13 4ST, BA13 4RS, BA13 4RA, BA13 4RL, BA13 4RB, BA13 4TF, BA13 4SW, BA13 4RW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BA13 4SS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.7% | 50.7% | -1.0% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 48.3% | 49.3% | 1.0% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
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 | 29.5% | 35.8% | 6.3% | 37.9% | -2.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.8% | 47.5% | -7.3% | 44.2% | 3.3% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 1.9% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 7.1% | 10.2% | 3.1% | 9.1% | 1.1% |
| Widowed | 7.1% | 4.5% | -2.6% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
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 | 51.1% | 43.6% | -7.5% | 48.4% | -4.8% |
| Good health | 29.3% | 33.7% | 4.4% | 33.6% | 0.1% |
| Fair health | 16.1% | 17.2% | 1.1% | 12.7% | 4.5% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 4.9% | 1.7% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 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 | 26.1% | 19.8% | -6.3% | 18.2% | 1.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.4% | 9.9% | -5.5% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.4% | 16.3% | 3.9% | 13.4% | 2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 6.8% | 2.7% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 18.6% | 7.8% | 16.9% | 1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.4% | 25.5% | -1.9% | 33.8% | -8.3% |
| Other | 3.7% | 3% | -0.7% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.4% 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 | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 98.3% | 97.4% | -0.9% | 81.4% | 16.0% |
In this area, 96.2% 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 | 97.7% | 96.2% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 95.1% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.3% | 4.3% | 9.8% | -5.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.4% | 76.7% | -8.3% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| No passport held | 30.7% | 13.5% | 17.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.9% | 37.2% | 6.7% |
| Christian | 43.3% | 46.2% | -2.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 1.2% | 6.5% | -5.3% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Not answered | 10.8% | 6.0% | 4.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Carpenters Lane was 90.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 293.8% higher than the Devizes Rural West average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Carpenters Lane has the 6th highest crime rate of 44 local areas in Devizes Rural West and the 282nd highest crime rate of 1,627 local areas in Wiltshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 56.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -43.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Carpenters Lane, Westbury, Wiltshire Detached, an established residential building | £358,000 | 2025-07-30 | £366,696 |
| 9 Carpenters Lane, Westbury, Wiltshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2024-02-23 | £458,611 |
| 1 Carpenters Lane, Westbury, Wiltshire Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2018-01-17 | £383,990 |
| 5 Carpenters Lane, Westbury, Wiltshire Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2014-09-30 | £388,083 |
| 15 Carpenters Lane, Westbury, Wiltshire Detached, an established residential building | £269,995 | 2014-04-22 | £430,970 |
BA13 4SS area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 88 |
| Retired | 50 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Education | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Other | 11 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bratton Primary School Carpenter's Lane , Bratton BA13 4RL | 3out of 4 | 228 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bitham Brook Primary School Arundell Close , BA13 3UA | 3out of 4 | 4,002 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Ashton Church of England Primary School 29 Bratton Road , West Ashton BA14 6AZ | 1out of 4 | 5,126 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westbury Infant School Eden Vale Road , BA13 3NY | 3out of 4 | 5,206 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westbury Church of England Junior School Oldfield Park , BA13 3LY | 3out of 4 | 5,461 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matravers School Springfield Road , BA13 3QH | 2out of 4 | 5,060 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pickleberry Coffee & Gift Shop | Unit 1, Fitzroy Farm | 616 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Duke Inn and Tasty Trio | The Duke, Melbourne Street | 155 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bratton Recreation Ground COURT LANE | grass pitches | 629 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 | 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 | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 54.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 54.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 65.71 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 65.71 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.