Brown Street is in Trowbridge and in West Wiltshire district. BA14 7AT is located in the Trowbridge Central 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 Brown Street, Trowbridge, BA14 7AT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BA14 7AB, BA14 8FS, BA14 8BG, BA14 7AD, BA14 7AS, BA14 7AH, BA14 7AR, BA14 8TQ, BA14 7BD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BA14 7AT has a slightly higher male population, with 52.6% 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 | 47.7% | 47.4% | -0.3% | 51.0% | -3.6% |
| Male | 52.3% | 52.6% | 0.3% | 49.0% | 3.6% |
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 | 38.9% | 41.6% | 2.7% | 37.9% | 3.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.1% | 36.1% | -2.0% | 44.2% | -8.1% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 3.9% | 0.2% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Divorced | 13.1% | 13.3% | 0.2% | 9.1% | 4.2% |
| Widowed | 6.1% | 5.1% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
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 | 46.3% | 43.5% | -2.8% | 48.4% | -4.9% |
| Good health | 34% | 31% | -3.0% | 33.6% | -2.6% |
| Fair health | 16% | 17% | 1.0% | 12.7% | 4.3% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 6.7% | 3.3% | 4.0% | 2.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 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.
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 14.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.6% | 24.7% | -6.9% | 18.2% | 6.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 21.7% | 17.3% | -4.4% | 9.6% | 7.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.6% | 12.5% | -5.1% | 13.4% | -0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.2% | 8.2% | 7.0% | 5.3% | 2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.7% | 20% | 9.3% | 16.9% | 3.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 6.6% | 14.9% | 8.3% | 33.8% | -18.9% |
| Other | 10.7% | 2.4% | -8.3% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 81.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.1% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.7% | 0.6% | -1.1% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 1.7% | 1.8% | 0.1% | 2.5% | -0.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% | -0.4% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.4% | 1.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2% | 0.9% | -1.1% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 87.4% | 81.7% | -5.7% | 81.4% | 0.3% |
| Arab | 4% | 6.1% | 2.1% | 0.6% | 5.5% |
| Other | 2% | 2.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | 1.2% |
In this area, 72.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.1% | 72.4% | -14.7% | 83.2% | -10.8% |
| European Union | 5.7% | 16.3% | 10.6% | 6.1% | 10.2% |
| Africa | 4.3% | 6.4% | 2.1% | 2.7% | 3.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.3% | 4.3% | 2.0% | 5.6% | -1.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 86.3% | 72.2% | -14.1% | 83.2% | -11.0% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 18% | 16.9% | 9.8% | 8.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 2% | 5.5% | 3.5% | 2.9% | 2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 4% | 3.4% | -0.6% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.6% | 0.9% | -5.7% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 61.2% | 76.7% | -15.5% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 13.5% | 1.3% | 12.2% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 21.4% | 13.5% | 7.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.8% | 37.2% | 5.6% |
| Christian | 39.1% | 46.2% | -7.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 10.4% | 6.5% | 3.9% |
| Other religion | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Brown Street was 434.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 160.6% higher than the Trowbridge Central average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Brown Street has the highest crime rate of 58 local areas in Trowbridge Central and the 19th highest crime rate of 1,627 local areas in Wiltshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 137.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -69.2%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 53% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 32 Brown Street, Trowbridge, Wiltshire Terraced, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2023-12-20 | £245,589 |
| 34 Brown Street, Trowbridge, Wiltshire Terraced, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2022-01-05 | £245,403 |
| 16 Brown Street, Trowbridge, Wiltshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2021-09-29 | £219,251 |
| 52 Brown Street, Trowbridge, Wiltshire Terraced, an established residential building | £197,000 | 2021-06-25 | £228,199 |
| 52 Brown Street, Trowbridge, Wiltshire Terraced, an established residential building | £158,000 | 2020-01-03 | £201,234 |
BA14 7AT 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 | 115 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Retired | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 37 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Education | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newtown Community Primary School Newtown , BA14 0BB | 3out of 4 | 469 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Longmeadow Broadcloth Lane , BA14 7HE | 2out of 4 | 640 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Catholic Primary School, Trowbridge Wingfield Road , BA14 9EA | 3out of 4 | 774 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holbrook Primary School Holbrook Lane , BA14 0PS | 3out of 4 | 1,097 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Paxcroft Primary School Ashton Street , BA14 7EB | 3out of 4 | 1,186 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The John of Gaunt School Wingfield Road , BA14 9EH | 3out of 4 | 1,039 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Augustine's Catholic College Wingfield Road , BA14 9EN | 4out of 4 | 1,054 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Clarendon Academy Frome Road , BA14 0DJ | 3out of 4 | 1,073 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 3,185 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Eaves Learning Centre 004 Hawkeridge Road , Heywood BA13 4LF | - not rated | 3,686 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| On Track Education Centre Westbury Broadway House , Headquarters Road BA13 4JY | - not rated | 4,866 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| LUMIAR STOWFORD SCHOOL Stowford Manor Farm , WINGFIELD BA14 9LH | - not rated | 4,989 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino's Pizza | Unit 4, Cradle Bridge Retail Park | 178 yd | |
| Toby Carvery | Unit 6, Cradle Bridge Retail Park | 178 yd | |
| Tesco Family Dining | Tesco Extra, County Way | 189 yd | |
| Valeroso Lounge | 3A St Stephens Leisure Park, St Stephens Place | 214 yd | |
| Nandos | 1 St Stephens Leisure Park, St Stephens Place | 225 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trowbridge Town Bowls Club | Trowbridge Bowls Pavilion, Trowbridge Park | 270 yd | |
| The Lamb | Mortimer Street, Trowbridge | 283 yd | |
| The Greyhound | Mortimer Street, Trowbridge | 418 yd | |
| Albany Palace | Park Road, Trowbridge | 459 yd | |
| The Dursley Arms | Dursley Road, Trowbridge | 476 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | Unit 3, Cradle Bridge Retail Park | 178 yd | |
| Greggs | Unit 5, Cradle Bridge Retail Park | 178 yd | |
| Papa Johns | Unit 2, Cradle Bridge Retail Park | 178 yd | |
| Yo! To Go! | Tesco Extra, County Way | 189 yd | |
| Little Dessert Shop | 7 St Stephens Leisure Park, St Stephens Place | 232 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks & Spencer Simply Food | Unit 1, Cradle Bridge Retail Park | 178 yd | |
| Tesco Extra 3316 | Tesco Extra, County Way | 189 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | Unit 1, Bath Road Retail Park | 424 yd | |
| Morrisons Daily | Mccolls, 96 Dursley Road | 480 yd | |
| Asda 4996 | 1 The Shires, Trowbridge | 559 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Trowbridge Park TROWBRIDGE PARK TROWBRIDGE PARK ST STEPHENS PLACE | tennis courts | 340 yd |
| Castle Place Leisure Centre MULTI STOREY CAR PARK MULTI STOREY CAR PARK CASTLE PLACE | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 374 yd |
| Anytime Fitness (Trowbridge) FORE STREET | health and fitness suite | 566 yd |
| Stallards Recreation Ground BRADFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 879 yd |
| Trowbridge Westbourne Tennis Club WESTBOURNE GARDENS | tennis courts | 1,037 yd |
| Holbrook Primary School HOLBROOK LANE | grass pitches | 1,049 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 | 189.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.