Hawcroft is in Holt, Trowbridge and in West Wiltshire district. BA14 6RN is located in the Holt electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Chippenham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hawcroft, Holt, Trowbridge, BA14 6RN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BA14 6QJ, BA14 6QL, BA14 6BW, BA14 6RX, BA14 6QQ, BA14 6RQ, BA14 6QN, BA14 6RA, BA14 6RB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BA14 6RN has a slightly higher male population, with 51% 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 | 52.3% | 49% | -3.3% | 51.0% | -2.0% |
| Male | 47.7% | 51% | 3.3% | 49.0% | 2.0% |
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 | 24.9% | 30.7% | 5.8% | 37.9% | -7.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.7% | 46.7% | 0.0% | 44.2% | 2.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.8% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 2.4% | -1.2% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 12.6% | 12.5% | -0.1% | 9.1% | 3.4% |
| Widowed | 11.8% | 5.6% | -6.2% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
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 | 52.9% | 45.6% | -7.3% | 48.4% | -2.8% |
| Good health | 27.4% | 33.5% | 6.1% | 33.6% | -0.1% |
| Fair health | 14.5% | 15.3% | 0.8% | 12.7% | 2.6% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 4.1% | -0.1% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.5% | 0.5% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16.7% | 16.8% | 0.1% | 18.2% | -1.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10% | 10.4% | 0.4% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.4% | 15.7% | 1.3% | 13.4% | 2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.9% | 4.5% | -1.4% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.5% | 12.8% | 3.3% | 16.9% | -4.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 39.2% | 37.8% | -1.4% | 33.8% | 4.0% |
| Other | 4.4% | 2.1% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.5% 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 | 0.6% | 0.2% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.5% |
| Pakistani | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.4% | 1.5% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 1.6% | 1.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 95.6% | 95.5% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 14.1% |
In this area, 91.8% 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 | 91.8% | 91.8% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| European Union | 3% | 4.7% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.4% | -0.2% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| British Overseas | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.5% | 91.6% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 8.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 6.2% | 5.6% | 9.8% | -3.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.2% | 0.4% | -5.8% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.4% | 76.7% | 6.7% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 12.3% | 13.5% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.4% | 37.2% | 8.2% |
| Christian | 46.7% | 46.2% | 0.5% |
| Buddhist | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hawcroft was 12.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 58.9% lower than the Holt average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Hawcroft has the 11th lowest crime rate of 58 local areas in Holt and the 171st lowest crime rate of 1,627 local areas in Wiltshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 2.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -19.6%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 81% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Hawcroft, Trowbridge, Wiltshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £435,000 | 2025-08-18 | £439,664 |
| 42 Hawcroft, Trowbridge, Wiltshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2024-11-08 | £356,862 |
| 21 Hawcroft, Trowbridge, Wiltshire Terraced, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2023-02-24 | £437,827 |
| 43 Hawcroft, Trowbridge, Wiltshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2021-02-12 | £323,688 |
| 4 Hawcroft, Trowbridge, Wiltshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2018-12-13 | £320,976 |
BA14 6RN area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 12% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% 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.
BA14 6RN 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 | 119 |
| Retired | 83 |
| Self-Employed | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 48 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Education | 39 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 22 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Information and communication | 17 |
| Other | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holt Voluntary Controlled Primary School The Gravel , Holt BA14 6RA | 3out of 4 | 394 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Broughton Gifford Voluntary Controlled Church of England Primary School The Street , Broughton Gifford SN12 8PR | 2out of 4 | 1,975 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Staverton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School School Lane , Staverton BA14 6NZ | 3out of 4 | 2,137 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hilperton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Newleaze , Hilperton BA14 7SB | 3out of 4 | 3,154 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Churchfields, the Village School Bradford Road , Atworth SN12 8HY | 3out of 4 | 3,881 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Laurence School Ashley Road , BA15 1DZ | 3out of 4 | 4,756 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Augustine's Catholic College Wingfield Road , BA14 9EN | 4out of 4 | 5,339 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emmaus School School Lane , Staverton BA14 6NZ | - not rated | 2,137 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stonar School Cottles Park , Atworth SN12 8NT | - not rated | 3,902 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wild Herb at The Field Kitchen | Glove Factory Studios, 1 Brook Lane | 497 yd | |
| The Rose Garden Tea Room | The Courts, The Walk | 683 yd | |
| The Greatest Little Coffee Box On Ea | 219 Mill Cottages, Great Chalfield | 1,059 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holt Bowling Club | The Street, Holt | 365 yd | |
| Old Ham Tree | Ham Green, Holt | 871 yd | |
| The Toll Gate | Ham Green, Holt | 902 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| FW Catering Ltd | Unit 1, Holt Holdings | 1,075 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Holt Vc Primary School THE GRAVEL | grass pitches | 277 yd |
| Holt Playing Field GROUND CORNER | grass pitches | 691 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 | 69.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 65.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.