Snowberry Lane is in Melksham and in West Wiltshire district. SN12 6FP is located in the Melksham East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Chippenham. This postcode has been in use since 1993-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Snowberry Lane, Melksham, SN12 6FP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SN12 6QJ, SN12 6FW, SN12 6FN, SN12 6FS, SN12 6FR, SN12 6FU, SN12 7LH, SN12 7LJ, SN12 7TS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SN12 6FP, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.2% | 54% | 4.8% | 51.0% | 3.0% |
| Male | 50.8% | 46% | -4.8% | 49.0% | -3.0% |
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 | 23.4% | 35.1% | 11.7% | 37.9% | -2.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.8% | 50.7% | -9.1% | 44.2% | 6.5% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 1.1% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 9.4% | 9.3% | -0.1% | 9.1% | 0.2% |
| Widowed | 4.9% | 3.7% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
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 | 55.6% | 45.4% | -10.2% | 48.4% | -3.0% |
| Good health | 29.5% | 38.7% | 9.2% | 33.6% | 5.1% |
| Fair health | 12.2% | 12.5% | 0.3% | 12.7% | -0.2% |
| Bad health | 1.8% | 3.5% | 1.7% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 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 | 17.6% | 16.4% | -1.2% | 18.2% | -1.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.4% | 10.4% | -6.0% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.4% | 16.4% | 0.0% | 13.4% | 3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 4.1% | -0.4% | 5.3% | -1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.9% | 23% | 9.1% | 16.9% | 6.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.9% | 28.3% | -1.6% | 33.8% | -5.5% |
| Other | 1.2% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 3.1% | -1.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.2% | 97.4% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 16.0% |
In this area, 94.6% 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% | 94.6% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 2.9% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 1.9% | 1.3% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 94.3% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 11.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.8% | 4.8% | 9.8% | -5.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.6% | 76.7% | 3.9% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 16.2% | 13.5% | 2.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.3% | 37.2% | 9.1% |
| Christian | 45.7% | 46.2% | -0.5% |
| Not answered | 8% | 6.0% | 2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Snowberry Lane was 24.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 69.5% lower than the Melksham Forest average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Snowberry Lane has the 13th lowest crime rate of 49 local areas in Melksham Forest and the 463rd lowest crime rate of 1,627 local areas in Wiltshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -46.3%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 56% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Snowberry Lane, Melksham, Wiltshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,500 | 2015-01-23 | £325,804 |
| 1 Snowberry Lane, Melksham, Wiltshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2013-08-01 | £301,551 |
| 1 Snowberry Lane, Melksham, Wiltshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £177,500 | 2011-06-24 | £306,779 |
| 1 Snowberry Lane, Melksham, Wiltshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £71,500 | 1998-08-28 | £305,126 |
SN12 6FP 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 | 125 |
| Retired | 48 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Other | 0 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Education | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Manor CofE VC Primary School Ruskin Avenue , SN12 7NG | 1out of 4 | 944 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Aloeric Primary School St Michael's Road , SN12 6HN | 3out of 4 | 959 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Forest and Sandridge Church of England Primary School Cranesbill Road , SN12 7GN | 3out of 4 | 1,083 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bowerhill Primary School Halifax Road , SN12 6YH | 2out of 4 | 1,303 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| River Mead School Lowbourne , SN12 7ED | 3out of 4 | 1,323 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Melksham Oak Community School , Bowerhill SN12 6QZ | 2out of 4 | 1,041 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Young Melksham Youth Cafe | Canberra Youth And Community Centre, 56A Spa Road | 441 yd | |
| Boomerang Ltd | 8 Merlin Way, Bowerhill | 790 yd | |
| Golden Falls Chinese Restaurant | 3 King Street, Melksham | 950 yd | |
| The Market Tavern | The Tavern, 18 Market Place | 1,003 yd | |
| The Refa Tandoori House | 1-3 Market Place, Melksham | 1,028 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| West End Inn | Semington Road, Melksham | 982 yd | |
| Kings Arms Hotel | Market Place, Melksham | 983 yd | |
| The Water Meadow | Verbena Court, Melksham | 1,042 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Gourmet | 7 King Street, Melksham | 950 yd | |
| Noble House | 4 Verbena Court, Melksham | 1,054 yd | |
| Oceans Fish and Chips | 5 Verbena Court, Melksham | 1,061 yd | |
| Kurdish Grill | 4 High Street, Melksham | 1,063 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Melksham | 2 Blackmore Road, Melksham | 884 yd | |
| Co-operative Food | 1 Verbena Court, Melksham | 1,021 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hospital Pitch Campion Drive CORNFLOWER WAY | grass pitches | 459 yd |
| St Michaels C Of E Primary School (Closed) Queensway | grass pitches | 791 yd |
| Foresters Park Foresters Park Road | grass pitches | 891 yd |
| Infiled Arena EASTERN WAY | grass pitches | 999 yd |
| Melksham Oak Community School Devizes Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,029 yd |
| The Manor C Of E Vc Primary School Ruskin Avenue | grass pitches | 1,049 yd |
| Aloeric Primary School ST. MICHAELS ROAD | grass pitches | 1,076 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.