Elmwood is in Chippenham and in North Wiltshire district. SN15 1AW is located in the Chippenham Hardenhuish electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Chippenham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Elmwood, Chippenham, SN15 1AW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SN15 1AN, SN15 1DE, SN15 1DF, SN15 1AF, SN15 1AR, SN15 1AP, SN15 1DD, SN15 1AE, SN15 1TG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SN15 1AW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.5% | 50.4% | -2.1% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 47.5% | 49.6% | 2.1% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of SN15 1AW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61% 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 | 22.5% | 22.8% | 0.3% | 37.9% | -15.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.6% | 61% | 1.4% | 44.2% | 16.8% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 0.5% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 8.9% | 5.8% | -3.1% | 9.1% | -3.3% |
| Widowed | 8.5% | 7.9% | -0.6% | 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 | 45.5% | 50.5% | 5.0% | 48.4% | 2.1% |
| Good health | 38.9% | 33.3% | -5.6% | 33.6% | -0.3% |
| Fair health | 12.8% | 12.3% | -0.5% | 12.7% | -0.4% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 2.5% | -0.2% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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 | 19.7% | 12.9% | -6.8% | 18.2% | -5.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.7% | 7.9% | -3.8% | 9.6% | -1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.4% | 16.3% | -0.1% | 13.4% | 2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 9.2% | 4.0% | 5.3% | 3.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.5% | 20.4% | 4.9% | 16.9% | 3.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.4% | 30% | 4.6% | 33.8% | -3.8% |
| Other | 6.1% | 3.3% | -2.8% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.1% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 96.9% | 95.1% | -1.8% | 81.4% | 13.7% |
In this area, 92.3% 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 | 91.8% | 92.3% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 9.1% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 4.2% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 1.7% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.7% | 0.3% | -2.4% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.4% | 92.3% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 9.1% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 5.6% | 4.4% | 9.8% | -4.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.9% | 1.4% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 0.7% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.9% | 0% | -3.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.5% | 76.7% | 12.8% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 1.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 7% | 13.5% | -6.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.6% | 37.2% | 8.4% |
| Christian | 47% | 46.2% | 0.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Sikh | 1.8% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Elmwood was 44.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 18.9% lower than the Chippenham Cepen Park & Derriads average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Elmwood has the 29th highest crime rate of 60 local areas in Chippenham Cepen Park & Derriads and the 736th highest crime rate of 1,627 local areas in Wiltshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -39.4%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 78% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grasmere Elmwood, Chippenham, Wiltshire Detached, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2021-11-18 | £402,375 |
| 4 Elmwood, Chippenham, Wiltshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £292,725 | 2021-08-27 | £347,716 |
| Hideaway Elmwood, Chippenham, Wiltshire Detached, an established residential building | £272,500 | 2019-10-04 | £331,056 |
| 4 Elmwood, Chippenham, Wiltshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £258,000 | 2019-08-23 | £325,878 |
| 9 Elmwood, Chippenham, Wiltshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £239,950 | 2016-11-22 | £325,691 |
SN15 1AW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 97 |
| Retired | 61 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 2 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Education | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Paul's Primary School The Oaks , SN15 1DU | 3out of 4 | 269 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ivy Lane Primary School Ivy Lane , SN15 1HE | 3out of 4 | 1,211 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkton Park Primary School Sadlers Mead , SN15 3PN | 3out of 4 | 1,439 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Redland Primary School Brook Street , SN14 0JE | 3out of 4 | 1,444 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School Rowden Hill , SN15 2AH | 1out of 4 | 1,957 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hardenhuish School Hardenhuish Lane , SN14 6RJ | 3out of 4 | 1,082 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sheldon School Hardenhuish Lane , SN14 6HJ | 3out of 4 | 1,275 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbeyfield School Stanley Lane , SN15 3XB | 3out of 4 | 2,856 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wiltshire College Cocklebury Road , SN15 3QD | - not rated | 976 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Young People's Support Centre The Bridge Centre , Bath Road SN15 1AA | - not rated | 494 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Notton House Academy 28 Notton , Lacock SN15 2NF | 3out of 4 | 5,077 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amici Restaurant | 29 New Road, Chippenham | 670 yd | |
| The ArDe Tree Ltd. | 23A New Road, Chippenham | 720 yd | |
| Bunk House | 7 Union Road, Chippenham | 784 yd | |
| Cousin Norman's | 7 Union Road, Chippenham | 784 yd | |
| Steamers t/a Hearty Hare Cafe | Chippenham Railway Station, Cocklebury Road | 801 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chippenham Park Bowls Club | Fleet Road, Chippenham | 733 yd | |
| The Old Road Tavern | Old Road, Chippenham | 772 yd | |
| The Cocklebury Club | Chippenham Post Office Sports And Social Club, Cocklebury Road | 893 yd | |
| Prince of Wales Micropub | 8 Station Hill, Chippenham | 1,015 yd | |
| The Black Horse | New Road, Chippenham | 1,065 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lee's Peking and Cantonese Cuisine | Lees Takeaway, 5 Langley Road | 584 yd | |
| Langley Fish and Burger Bar | 3 Langley Road, Chippenham | 584 yd | |
| Siemens | Ground Floor, The Old Foundry | 618 yd | |
| Greggs | Unit 1b, Hathaway Retail Park | 714 yd | |
| The Spice Heaven | 23D New Road, Chippenham | 742 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Stop & Shop | 93 Greenway Lane, Chippenham | 306 yd | |
| Tesco | Unit 5a, Hathaway Retail Park | 707 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys Local, Station Hill | 970 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Inspire Fitness (Chippenham) UNION ROAD | health and fitness suite | 822 yd |
| Wiltshire College Chippenham (Closed) Cocklebury Road | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 876 yd |
| Olympiad Leisure Centre SADLERS MEAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 982 yd |
| Chippenham Sports Club BRISTOL ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,002 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 | 87.5% |
| 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 | 68.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 64 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 133.85 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 133.85 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.