The Folly is in Great Somerford, Chippenham and in North Wiltshire district. SN15 5HZ is located in the Brinkworth electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Wiltshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Folly, Great Somerford, Chippenham, SN15 5HZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SN15 5JA, SN15 5HY, SN15 5HP, SN15 5JB, SN15 5JQ, SN15 5JY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SN15 5HZ has a slightly higher male population, with 50% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.8% | 50% | -0.8% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 49.2% | 50% | 0.8% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 | 16.7% | 34.7% | 18.0% | 37.9% | -3.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.7% | 50% | -12.7% | 44.2% | 5.8% |
| Separated | 1% | 2.4% | 1.4% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 7.8% | 6.5% | -1.3% | 9.1% | -2.6% |
| Widowed | 11.8% | 6.5% | -5.3% | 6.1% | 0.4% |
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 | 50% | 41.2% | -8.8% | 48.4% | -7.2% |
| Good health | 34.4% | 37.8% | 3.4% | 33.6% | 4.2% |
| Fair health | 9.4% | 16.2% | 6.8% | 12.7% | 3.5% |
| Bad health | 6.3% | 4.1% | -2.2% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 30.4% | 25.6% | -4.8% | 18.2% | 7.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.8% | 11.2% | 0.4% | 9.6% | 1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 9.6% | -7.1% | 13.4% | -3.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 5.6% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.8% | 22.4% | 12.6% | 16.9% | 5.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.6% | 24% | 2.4% | 33.8% | -9.8% |
| Other | 6.9% | 1.6% | -5.3% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.9% 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% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 99.2% | 95.9% | -3.3% | 81.4% | 14.5% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 91.8% 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 | 97.7% | 91.8% | -5.9% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 4.1% | 2.5% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.7% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 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 | 95.3% | 91.8% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 8.2% | 8.2% | 9.8% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.7% | 0% | -4.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.3% | 76.7% | -2.4% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 25% | 13.5% | 11.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.2% | 37.2% | 0.0% |
| Christian | 57.4% | 46.2% | 11.2% |
| Hindu | 0.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% |
| Jewish | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Sikh | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.4% | 6.0% | -2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Folly was 7.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 73.3% lower than the Brinkworth average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
The Folly has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 17 local areas in Brinkworth and the 68th lowest crime rate of 1,627 local areas in Wiltshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 41.2%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 83% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 The Folly, Chippenham, Wiltshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £410,000 | 2024-10-30 | £426,022 |
| 1 The Folly, Chippenham, Wiltshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £410,000 | 2020-11-27 | £493,810 |
| 4 The Folly, Chippenham, Wiltshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2020-09-21 | £332,135 |
| 1 The Folly, Chippenham, Wiltshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2018-06-20 | £300,580 |
| 4 The Folly, Chippenham, Wiltshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £67,500 | 1996-09-27 | £358,962 |
SN15 5HZ 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in SN15 5HZ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 43 |
| Full-Time Employee | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Other | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Somerfords' Walter Powell CofE Academy Dauntsey Road , Great Somerford SN15 5HS | 3out of 4 | 367 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Seagry Church of England Primary School Upper Seagry , SN15 5EX | 3out of 4 | 3,292 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lea and Garsdon Church of England Primary School The Street , Lea SN16 9PG | 3out of 4 | 4,129 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christian Malford CofE Primary School Church Road , Christian Malford SN15 4BW | 3out of 4 | 4,874 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sutton Benger Church of England Primary School 40 Chestnut Road , Sutton Benger SN15 4RP | - not rated | 5,180 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Volunteer Inn | Great Somerford, Chippenham | 441 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Somerfords Walter Powell Va Cofe School (Closed) Dauntsey Road | grass pitches | 275 yd |
| Somerford Football Club 3 BROADFIELD FARM 3 BROADFIELD FARM | grass pitches | 658 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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.