The Down is in Trowbridge and in West Wiltshire district. BA14 8QN is located in the Trowbridge Adcroft 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 The Down, Trowbridge, BA14 8QN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BA14 8QW, BA14 8RB, BA14 8QS, BA14 8QP, BA14 8QL, BA14 8QQ, BA14 8QG, BA14 8QU, BA14 8QX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BA14 8QN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.3% | 51.6% | 0.3% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 48.7% | 48.4% | -0.3% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
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 | 33.1% | 37.6% | 4.5% | 37.9% | -0.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.6% | 39.2% | -11.4% | 44.2% | -5.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 2% | 4.3% | 2.3% | 2.2% | 2.1% |
| Divorced | 8% | 11.4% | 3.4% | 9.1% | 2.3% |
| Widowed | 6.4% | 6.7% | 0.3% | 6.1% | 0.6% |
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 | 45.1% | 40.8% | -4.3% | 48.4% | -7.6% |
| Good health | 36.8% | 38.2% | 1.4% | 33.6% | 4.6% |
| Fair health | 12.8% | 15.5% | 2.7% | 12.7% | 2.8% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 5.6% | 1.7% | 4.0% | 1.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 25.5% | 23.4% | -2.1% | 18.2% | 5.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.1% | 14.3% | -2.8% | 9.6% | 4.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.5% | 8.7% | -8.8% | 13.4% | -4.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.2% | 4.8% | 3.6% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.6% | 19.8% | 8.2% | 16.9% | 2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.9% | 27.8% | 5.9% | 33.8% | -6.0% |
| Other | 5.2% | 1.2% | -4.0% | 2.8% | -1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 1.0% | 0.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2% | 0.7% | -1.3% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| White | 96.7% | 95% | -1.7% | 81.4% | 13.6% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 88.2% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.8% | 88.2% | -4.6% | 83.2% | 5.0% |
| European Union | 5.6% | 8.2% | 2.6% | 6.1% | 2.1% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.8% | 88.7% | -4.1% | 83.2% | 5.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 7.9% | 7.2% | 9.8% | -1.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 3% | 1% | -2.0% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 1.7% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.2% | 76.7% | -2.5% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 5.9% | 1.3% | 4.6% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 16.7% | 13.5% | 3.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.1% | 37.2% | 8.9% |
| Christian | 46.1% | 46.2% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 1.6% | 6.5% | -4.9% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Down was 28.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 79.0% lower than the Trowbridge Adcroft average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Down has the 12th lowest crime rate of 54 local areas in Trowbridge Adcroft and the 565th lowest crime rate of 1,627 local areas in Wiltshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -60.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 The Down, Trowbridge, Wiltshire Terraced, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2022-06-17 | £255,468 |
| 1 The Down, Trowbridge, Wiltshire Terraced, an established residential building | £410,000 | 2021-11-12 | £460,351 |
| 23 The Down, Trowbridge, Wiltshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £236,500 | 2018-06-07 | £296,196 |
| 33 The Down, Trowbridge, Wiltshire Terraced, an established residential building | £172,000 | 2017-02-17 | £226,386 |
| 31 The Down, Trowbridge, Wiltshire Terraced, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2016-11-11 | £221,732 |
BA14 8QN 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 | 114 |
| Retired | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Education | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bellefield Primary and Nursery School Windermere Road , BA14 8TE | 3out of 4 | 436 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Paxcroft Primary School Ashton Street , BA14 7EB | 3out of 4 | 1,144 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Catholic Primary School, Trowbridge Wingfield Road , BA14 9EA | 3out of 4 | 1,465 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newtown Community Primary School Newtown , BA14 0BB | 3out of 4 | 1,511 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hilperton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Newleaze , Hilperton BA14 7SB | 3out of 4 | 1,600 yd | Voluntary controlled 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 | 1,707 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The John of Gaunt School Wingfield Road , BA14 9EH | 3out of 4 | 1,813 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Clarendon Academy Frome Road , BA14 0DJ | 3out of 4 | 2,257 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Laurence School Ashley Road , BA15 1DZ | 3out of 4 | 4,987 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 | 1,791 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Eaves Learning Centre 004 Hawkeridge Road , Heywood BA13 4LF | - not rated | 5,071 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| LUMIAR STOWFORD SCHOOL Stowford Manor Farm , WINGFIELD BA14 9LH | - not rated | 5,243 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shaw's Garden Centre & Cafe | Palmer Gardens, Islington | 254 yd | |
| Chapel Hall Cafe | Emmanuel Baptist Church, Church Street | 726 yd | |
| Little White Duck Sandwich Shop | 14 Church Street, Trowbridge | 780 yd | |
| Verona Restaurant | 29 Roundstone Street, Trowbridge | 795 yd | |
| The Codfather | 8 Church Walk, Trowbridge | 829 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Twelve Bells | Seymour Road, Trowbridge | 730 yd | |
| West Wilts Conservative Club | Lovemead House, 25 Roundstone Street | 754 yd | |
| Trowbridge Masonic Hall Association | Masonic Hall, Yerbury Street | 825 yd | |
| Merkur Slots | 41 Fore Street, Trowbridge | 920 yd | |
| The Kings Arms | The Kings Arms, 5 Castle Street | 937 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Star Fish Bar | 1 Islington, Trowbridge | 306 yd | |
| Noble House Chinese Takeaway | 21-23 Timbrell Street, Trowbridge | 444 yd | |
| Nacho Cheese | 45 Union Street, Trowbridge | 582 yd | |
| Pan Master | 13 Roundstone Street, Trowbridge | 765 yd | |
| Golden Wok | 50 Eastbourne Road, Trowbridge | 776 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl Great Britain Ltd | Lidl, Canal Road | 164 yd | |
| Morrisons Daily | Seymour Road, Trowbridge | 730 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys, British Row | 733 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 54 Eastbourne Road, Trowbridge | 776 yd | |
| Asda 4996 | 1 The Shires, Trowbridge | 997 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bellefield Primary And Nursery School WINDERMERE ROAD | grass pitches | 168 yd |
| Seymour Playing Fields Seymour Road | grass pitches | 311 yd |
| Anytime Fitness (Trowbridge) FORE STREET | health and fitness suite | 912 yd |
| Fieldways Hotel HILPERTON ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,024 yd |
| Paxcroft Primary School ASHTON STREET | grass pitches | 1,026 yd |
| Trowbridge Park TROWBRIDGE PARK TROWBRIDGE PARK ST STEPHENS PLACE | tennis courts | 1,070 yd |
| Castle Place Leisure Centre MULTI STOREY CAR PARK MULTI STOREY CAR PARK CASTLE PLACE | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 1,073 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 | 90.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 90.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 90.5% |
| 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 | 52.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 87.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.