Maxcroft Lane is in Hilperton Marsh, Trowbridge and in West Wiltshire district. BA14 7PY is located in the Hilperton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Chippenham. This postcode has been in use since 1992-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Maxcroft Lane, Hilperton Marsh, Trowbridge, BA14 7PY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BA14 7PS, BA14 8AB, BA14 6NX, BA14 7PA, BA14 7PR, BA14 7NX, BA14 6NW, BA14 8RS, BA14 7NZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BA14 7PY has a slightly higher male population, with 50.7% 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 | 48.7% | 49.3% | 0.6% | 51.0% | -1.7% |
| Male | 51.3% | 50.7% | -0.6% | 49.0% | 1.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of BA14 7PY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.3% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 24.9% | 27.3% | 2.4% | 37.9% | -10.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56% | 55.3% | -0.7% | 44.2% | 11.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 1.3% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 11.3% | 10.2% | -1.1% | 9.1% | 1.1% |
| Widowed | 5.8% | 5.9% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
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 | 43% | 44.8% | 1.8% | 48.4% | -3.6% |
| Good health | 38.7% | 34.5% | -4.2% | 33.6% | 0.9% |
| Fair health | 13.8% | 16.6% | 2.8% | 12.7% | 3.9% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 3.3% | 0.1% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 0.8% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 | 24.6% | 19.1% | -5.5% | 18.2% | 0.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.3% | 10.5% | -2.8% | 9.6% | 0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.7% | 15.1% | 0.4% | 13.4% | 1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.1% | 6.9% | 0.8% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.6% | 18.4% | 6.8% | 16.9% | 1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.6% | 28.9% | 4.3% | 33.8% | -4.9% |
| Other | 5.1% | 1% | -4.1% | 2.8% | -1.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.4% | 1.1% | -0.3% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| White | 97.7% | 98.3% | 0.6% | 81.4% | 16.9% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 94.5% 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 | 92.8% | 94.5% | 1.7% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| European Union | 4.9% | 5% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.3% | 94.5% | 2.2% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.7% | 4.7% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 0.6% | -0.8% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 2% | 0.3% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.3% | 0% | -4.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.1% | 76.7% | 5.4% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 14.9% | 13.5% | 1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46% | 37.2% | 8.8% |
| Christian | 49.9% | 46.2% | 3.7% |
| Other religion | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 2.8% | 6.0% | -3.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Maxcroft Lane was 32.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 29.7% lower than the Hilperton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Maxcroft Lane has the 10th lowest crime rate of 27 local areas in Hilperton and the 661st lowest crime rate of 1,627 local areas in Wiltshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 27.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -53.2%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 71% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Wharf House Maxcroft Lane, Trowbridge, Wiltshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,200,000 | 2025-01-24 | £1,242,989 |
| Waterside, 9 Maxcroft Lane, Trowbridge, Wiltshire Detached, an established residential building | £750,000 | 2022-10-10 | £750,742 |
| 5 Maxcroft Lane, Trowbridge, Wiltshire Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2020-12-01 | £236,556 |
| 7 Maxcroft Lane, Trowbridge, Wiltshire Detached, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2013-09-09 | £579,874 |
| Maxcroft Barn Maxcroft Lane, Trowbridge, Wiltshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £875,000 | 2010-02-03 | £1,497,318 |
BA14 7PY 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 | 98 |
| Retired | 89 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Education | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Other | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Staverton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School School Lane , Staverton BA14 6NZ | 3out of 4 | 508 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hilperton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Newleaze , Hilperton BA14 7SB | 3out of 4 | 1,446 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bellefield Primary and Nursery School Windermere Road , BA14 8TE | 3out of 4 | 1,801 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holt Voluntary Controlled Primary School The Gravel , Holt BA14 6RA | 3out of 4 | 1,935 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Paxcroft Primary School Ashton Street , BA14 7EB | 3out of 4 | 2,457 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Augustine's Catholic College Wingfield Road , BA14 9EN | 4out of 4 | 3,282 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The John of Gaunt School Wingfield Road , BA14 9EH | 3out of 4 | 3,409 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Clarendon Academy Frome Road , BA14 0DJ | 3out of 4 | 3,927 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Laurence School Ashley Road , BA15 1DZ | 3out of 4 | 4,557 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 | 508 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 Kings Arms Inn | Wyke Road, Hilperton | 305 yd | |
| The Staverton Social Club | The Reading Rooms, Staverton | 559 yd | |
| The Old Bear Inn | Staverton, Trowbridge | 747 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| School Lane Playing Field STAVERTON SPORTS FIELD STAVERTON SPORTS FIELD SCHOOL LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 588 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.