Avro Business Centre is in Bowerhill, Melksham and in Wiltshire district. SN12 6TP is located in the Bowerhill electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Chippenham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Avro Business Centre, Bowerhill, Melksham, SN12 6TP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SN12 6SJ, SN12 6UW, SN12 6SY, SN12 6TR, SN12 6TT, SN12 6SU, SN12 6UA, SN12 6UB, SN12 6SP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SN12 6TP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.2% | 50.6% | -0.6% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 48.8% | 49.4% | 0.6% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
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 | 26.9% | 31.3% | 4.4% | 37.9% | -6.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.8% | 46.5% | -7.3% | 44.2% | 2.3% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 2.2% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 13.9% | 15.7% | 1.8% | 9.1% | 6.6% |
| Widowed | 3.4% | 4.3% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
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% | 43.4% | -2.9% | 48.4% | -5.0% |
| Good health | 32.9% | 36.2% | 3.3% | 33.6% | 2.6% |
| Fair health | 13.8% | 14.7% | 0.9% | 12.7% | 2.0% |
| Bad health | 6.9% | 4.2% | -2.7% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 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.
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 22.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18.8% | 14.9% | -3.9% | 18.2% | -3.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 21.2% | 15.4% | -5.8% | 9.6% | 5.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.2% | 18.4% | -0.8% | 13.4% | 5.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 3.5% | -0.3% | 5.3% | -1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.9% | 23.2% | 8.3% | 16.9% | 6.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.2% | 22.4% | 3.2% | 33.8% | -11.4% |
| Other | 2.9% | 2.2% | -0.7% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.6% 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 Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2% | 0.4% | -1.6% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 0.8% | 1.8% |
| White | 97.6% | 96.6% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 15.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
In this area, 95.8% 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 | 98.4% | 95.8% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 2.7% | -0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.4% | 95.1% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.9% | 4.9% | 9.8% | -4.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82% | 76.7% | 5.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 17.6% | 13.5% | 4.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.3% | 37.2% | 11.1% |
| Christian | 44.2% | 46.2% | -2.0% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Not answered | 7.2% | 6.0% | 1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Avro Business Centre was 39.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 31.3% higher than the Holt average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Avro Business Centre has the 20th highest crime rate of 58 local areas in Holt and the 795th lowest crime rate of 1,627 local areas in Wiltshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -11.7%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 73% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unit 3 Venture House Avro Business Centre, Melksham, Wiltshire Other, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2019-09-27 | £504,514 |
| Ian Berg Plastics Ltd Avro Business Centre, Melksham, Wiltshire Other, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2018-06-08 | £414,274 |
| Unit 5 Avro Business Centre, Melksham, Wiltshire Detached, an established residential building | £685,000 | 2000-04-17 | £2,119,939 |
| Unit 1 Indus Acre Avro Business Centre, Melksham, Wiltshire Detached, an established residential building | £359,000 | 1998-04-01 | £1,482,890 |
| Unit 15 Indus Acre Avro Business Centre, Melksham, Wiltshire Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 1998-04-01 | £1,363,102 |
SN12 6TP 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.
SN12 6TP 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 | 69 |
| Retired | 60 |
| Self-Employed | 33 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Education | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bowerhill Primary School Halifax Road , SN12 6YH | 2out of 4 | 543 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Aloeric Primary School St Michael's Road , SN12 6HN | 3out of 4 | 1,443 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Manor CofE VC Primary School Ruskin Avenue , SN12 7NG | 1out of 4 | 1,932 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Forest and Sandridge Church of England Primary School Cranesbill Road , SN12 7GN | 3out of 4 | 2,051 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| River Mead School Lowbourne , SN12 7ED | 3out of 4 | 2,374 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 | 967 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eddies Diner | Lysander Road, Bowerhill | 222 yd | |
| Springers Cafe | Wiltshire School Of Gymnastics, Lysander Road | 222 yd | |
| Boomerang Ltd | 8 Merlin Way, Bowerhill | 410 yd | |
| Bartlett Mitchell Ltd. | Knorr Bremse Rail Systems Uk Ltd, Westinghouse Way | 625 yd | |
| Starbucks | Commerce Way, Melksham | 814 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pilot | Blenheim Park, Bowerhill | 724 yd | |
| The Milk Churn | Commerce Way, Melksham | 814 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greggs | Commerce Way, Melksham | 814 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 48-54 Blenheim Park, Bowerhill | 724 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Christie Miller Sports Centre (Closed) LANCASTER ROAD | golf, health and fitness suite, indoor bowls, squash courts | 254 yd |
| Bowerhill Primary School HALIFAX ROAD | grass pitches | 426 yd |
| The Queen Elizabeth Ii Diamond Jubilee Field SPORTS PAVILION SPORTS PAVILION WESTINGHOUSE WAY | grass pitches | 527 yd |
| Melksham Oak Community School Devizes Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 916 yd |
| Hospital Pitch Campion Drive CORNFLOWER WAY | grass pitches | 949 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 | 96.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 44.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 44.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 41.4% |
| 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 | 52.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 47.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.66 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.66 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.