Branscombe Drive is in Wootton Bassett, Swindon and in North Wiltshire district. SN4 8HR is located in the Royal Wootton Bassett South & West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Wiltshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Branscombe Drive, Wootton Bassett, Swindon, SN4 8HR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SN4 8SZ, SN4 8BJ, SN4 8BD, SN4 8BW, SN4 8DE, SN4 8HS, SN4 8DA, SN4 8HP, SN4 8DB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SN4 8HR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.8% | 51.2% | 1.4% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 50.2% | 48.8% | -1.4% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
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 SN4 8HR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.2% 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 | 18.5% | 24.7% | 6.2% | 37.9% | -13.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.6% | 60.2% | -4.4% | 44.2% | 16.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 9.2% | 8.5% | -0.7% | 9.1% | -0.6% |
| Widowed | 6.6% | 4.6% | -2.0% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (90.4%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 49.8% | 57.8% | 8.0% | 48.4% | 9.4% |
| Good health | 38.3% | 32.6% | -5.7% | 33.6% | -1.0% |
| Fair health | 9.7% | 7.6% | -2.1% | 12.7% | -5.1% |
| Bad health | 1.8% | 1.4% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -2.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 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.
In the area around SN4 8HR this area, 7.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.3% | 7.6% | -5.7% | 18.2% | -10.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14% | 10.7% | -3.3% | 9.6% | 1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.9% | 20.3% | 0.4% | 13.4% | 6.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 4.4% | 1.1% | 5.3% | -0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.5% | 17.9% | 5.4% | 16.9% | 1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 36.2% | 37.3% | 1.1% | 33.8% | 3.5% |
| Other | 0.7% | 1.7% | 1.0% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 3.1% | 0.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.9% | 0.2% | -0.7% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.9% | 93.1% | -4.8% | 81.4% | 11.7% |
| Other | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
In this area, 94.1% 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 | 94.8% | 94.1% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| European Union | 2.7% | 1.5% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 1.2% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 3% | 2.1% | 5.6% | -2.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.5% | 94.1% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 5.1% | 4.8% | 9.8% | -4.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 0.5% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87% | 76.7% | 10.3% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 11.4% | 13.5% | -2.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.8% | 37.2% | 5.6% |
| Christian | 45.5% | 46.2% | -0.7% |
| Hindu | 2.9% | 1.7% | 1.2% |
| Muslim | 0.5% | 6.5% | -6.0% |
| Sikh | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Branscombe Drive was 17.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 1.6% higher than the Lyneham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Branscombe Drive has the 13th lowest crime rate of 38 local areas in Lyneham and the 296th lowest crime rate of 1,627 local areas in Wiltshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -45.0%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 81% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Branscombe Drive, Swindon, Wiltshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2018-01-22 | £293,370 |
| 20 Branscombe Drive, Swindon, Wiltshire Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2005-03-04 | £330,323 |
| 21 Branscombe Drive, Swindon, Wiltshire Terraced, an established residential building | £148,000 | 2004-06-21 | £281,173 |
| 20 Branscombe Drive, Swindon, Wiltshire Terraced, an established residential building | £64,000 | 1996-11-01 | £341,333 |
SN4 8HR area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 170 |
| Retired | 118 |
| Part-Time Employee | 68 |
| Self-Employed | 37 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 19 |
| Other | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Education | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Noremarsh Junior School Clarendon Drive , Royal Wootton Bassett SN4 8BT | 2out of 4 | 301 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bartholomew's Primary Academy The Rosary , Royal Wootton Bassett SN4 8AZ | 2out of 4 | 578 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Longleaze Primary School Byron Avenue , Royal Wootton Bassett SN4 8BA | 3out of 4 | 591 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wootton Bassett Infants' School High Street , Royal Wootton Bassett SN4 7BS | 2out of 4 | 904 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lydiard Millicent CofE Primary School The Butts , Lydiard Millicent SN5 3LR | 3out of 4 | 4,173 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Wootton Bassett Academy Lime Kiln , Royal Wootton Bassett SN4 7HG | 4out of 4 | 1,026 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lydiard Park Academy Grange Park Way , Grange Park SN5 6HN | 3out of 4 | 4,254 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Over The Horizons | Horizons College, Interface Business Park | 592 yd | |
| Dairy View Cafe | Dairy View, Cloatley Crescent | 729 yd | |
| Brambles | First And Second Floors, 132 High Street | 744 yd | |
| The Butchers Mate | 120A High Street, Royal Wootton Bassett | 761 yd | |
| Dandelion Gifts and Coffee Shop | 49 High Street, Royal Wootton Bassett | 768 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodshaw Inn | Garraways, Royal Wootton Bassett | 504 yd | |
| Wootton Bassett Bowls Club | Tanners Close, Royal Wootton Bassett | 657 yd | |
| The Angel Hotel | The Angel, High Street | 768 yd | |
| Conservative Club | 53 High Street, Royal Wootton Bassett | 768 yd | |
| The Red Lion | High Street, Royal Wootton Bassett | 768 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lees Fish and Chips | Unit 3, Woodshaw Centre | 504 yd | |
| Peking House | Unit 2, Woodshaw Centre | 504 yd | |
| New Gourmet Oriental | 116 High Street, Royal Wootton Bassett | 703 yd | |
| China Chef | 119 High Street, Royal Wootton Bassett | 703 yd | |
| Subway | 40 High Street, Royal Wootton Bassett | 824 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | Unit 4, Woodshaw Centre | 504 yd | |
| Iceland | 121-123 High Street, Royal Wootton Bassett | 703 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys, Borough Fields | 892 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Noremarsh Community Junior School Clarendon Drive | grass pitches | 408 yd |
| Longleaze Primary School Byron Avenue | grass pitches | 642 yd |
| St Bartholomew'S Primary Academy THE ROSARY | grass pitches | 675 yd |
| Lime Kiln Leisure Centre LIME KILN | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 989 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.