Craybourne Road is in Melksham and in West Wiltshire district. SN12 7DQ is located in the Melksham Forest electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Chippenham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Craybourne Road, Melksham, SN12 7DQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SN12 7AD, SN12 7DH, SN12 7DG, SN12 7AB, SN12 7AE, SN12 7EN, SN12 7AF, SN12 7DF, SN12 7DJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SN12 7DQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 51.4% | 1.4% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 50% | 48.6% | -1.4% | 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 | 28.5% | 35.1% | 6.6% | 37.9% | -2.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.6% | 42% | -11.6% | 44.2% | -2.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 4.3% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 2.1% |
| Divorced | 7.7% | 11.3% | 3.6% | 9.1% | 2.2% |
| Widowed | 7.2% | 6.9% | -0.3% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
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 | 37.4% | 41.4% | 4.0% | 48.4% | -7.0% |
| Good health | 44.9% | 37.1% | -7.8% | 33.6% | 3.5% |
| Fair health | 14.3% | 16.1% | 1.8% | 12.7% | 3.4% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 5% | 1.9% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 21.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.8% | 18% | -11.8% | 18.2% | -0.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 23.4% | 15.5% | -7.9% | 9.6% | 5.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.2% | 19.7% | 6.5% | 13.4% | 6.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 4.3% | 0.0% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.1% | 18.9% | 7.8% | 16.9% | 2.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 14% | 21.5% | 7.5% | 33.8% | -12.3% |
| Other | 4.3% | 2.1% | -2.2% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.6% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 97.6% | 98.6% | 1.0% | 81.4% | 17.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 94% 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 | 96.3% | 94% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 3.6% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.3% | 94.3% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 11.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5% | 5.0% | 9.8% | -4.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.7% | 0% | -3.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.1% | 76.7% | 0.4% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 21.8% | 13.5% | 8.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.9% | 37.2% | 15.7% |
| Christian | 41.7% | 46.2% | -4.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Craybourne Road was 7.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 90.9% lower than the Melksham Forest average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Craybourne Road has the 5th lowest crime rate of 49 local areas in Melksham Forest and the 73rd lowest crime rate of 1,627 local areas in Wiltshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -74.2%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 51% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Craybourne Road, Melksham, Wiltshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2025-08-01 | £363,860 |
| 1B Craybourne Road, Melksham, Wiltshire Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2021-08-16 | £285,316 |
| 1B Craybourne Road, Melksham, Wiltshire Detached, an established residential building | £196,500 | 2016-02-22 | £268,364 |
| 4 Craybourne Road, Melksham, Wiltshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2005-07-15 | £272,895 |
| 1 Craybourne Road, Melksham, Wiltshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £94,000 | 2000-03-27 | £320,651 |
| Full-Time Employee | 85 |
| Retired | 57 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Education | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| River Mead School Lowbourne , SN12 7ED | 3out of 4 | 423 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Manor CofE VC Primary School Ruskin Avenue , SN12 7NG | 1out of 4 | 839 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Forest and Sandridge Church of England Primary School Cranesbill Road , SN12 7GN | 3out of 4 | 1,395 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Aloeric Primary School St Michael's Road , SN12 6HN | 3out of 4 | 1,633 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shaw CE Primary School Corsham Road , Shaw SN12 8EQ | 2out of 4 | 2,710 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 2,464 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alba Ristorante Italiano | 6 Bath Road, Melksham | 933 yd | |
| Antico Caffe | 6A Littlebrook Centre, Bath Road | 944 yd | |
| Davana Thai | 5B-5C Bath Road, Melksham | 971 yd | |
| Casa | 6-8 Bank Street, Melksham | 984 yd | |
| Quenched | 18 Bank Street, Melksham | 988 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pig and Whistle | Woodrow Road, Melksham | 217 yd | |
| The Foresters Arms | Foresters Arms, Sandridge Road | 453 yd | |
| Buds | Lowbourne, Melksham | 933 yd | |
| The Bear | The Bear Public House, Bath Road | 971 yd | |
| Melksham Liberal Club | Liberal Social Club, Bank Street | 984 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Fish Bar | 27A Church Lane, Melksham | 388 yd | |
| Kebab and Chicken Hut | 54 Union Street, Melksham | 892 yd | |
| The Fisheries | 52 Union Street, Melksham | 892 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 23 Bath Road, Melksham | 933 yd | |
| Chop Suey House | 15 Bath Road, Melksham | 971 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Melksham | 2 Blackmore Road, Melksham | 701 yd | |
| Waitrose Ltd | Bath Road, Melksham | 933 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys, Bath Road | 971 yd | |
| Lidl Great Britain Ltd | Lidl, Bath Road | 1,004 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Forest Community Centre LOXLEY CLOSE | grass pitches | 397 yd |
| King George V Playing Field Lowbourne | grass pitches, tennis courts | 561 yd |
| St Michaels C Of E Primary School (Closed) Queensway | grass pitches | 824 yd |
| The Manor C Of E Vc Primary School Ruskin Avenue | grass pitches | 831 yd |
| Foresters Park Foresters Park Road | grass pitches | 882 yd |
| City Fitness (Closed) Unit S1 Unit S1 New Broughton Road | health and fitness suite | 1,046 yd |
| Scott'S Gym & Health Centre NEW BROUGHTON ROAD | health and fitness suite | 1,067 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.