Barn Street is in Marlborough and in Kennet district. SN8 1AJ is located in the Marlborough East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Devizes. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Barn Street, Marlborough, SN8 1AJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SN8 1AL, SN8 1ED, SN8 1AW, SN8 1AB, SN8 1AH, SN8 1PJ, SN8 1AP, SN8 1NE, SN8 1PH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SN8 1AJ 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 | 52.4% | 50% | -2.4% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 47.6% | 50% | 2.4% | 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 | 28% | 28.7% | 0.7% | 37.9% | -9.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.3% | 33.9% | 0.6% | 44.2% | -10.3% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 1.8% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 17.2% | 18.1% | 0.9% | 9.1% | 9.0% |
| Widowed | 19.4% | 17.5% | -1.9% | 6.1% | 11.4% |
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 | 33% | 40.7% | 7.7% | 48.4% | -7.7% |
| Good health | 33.5% | 36.7% | 3.2% | 33.6% | 3.1% |
| Fair health | 26.2% | 16.9% | -9.3% | 12.7% | 4.2% |
| Bad health | 6.3% | 5.1% | -1.2% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 | 31.2% | 20.6% | -10.6% | 18.2% | 2.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.2% | 7.6% | -2.6% | 9.6% | -2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.1% | 13.5% | -1.6% | 13.4% | 0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.6% | 3.5% | 1.9% | 5.3% | -1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.5% | 12.4% | 4.9% | 16.9% | -4.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.6% | 42.4% | 11.8% | 33.8% | 8.6% |
| Other | 3.8% | 0% | -3.8% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.8% 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% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% |
| Chinese | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| White | 99% | 93.8% | -5.2% | 81.4% | 12.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
In this area, 88.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.2% | 88.6% | -4.6% | 83.2% | 5.4% |
| European Union | 3.7% | 1.1% | -2.6% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Africa | 1% | 3.4% | 2.4% | 2.7% | 0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 5.1% | 3.5% | 5.6% | -0.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.1% | 88.6% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 5.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 9.7% | 9.7% | 9.8% | -0.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.2% | 1.1% | -4.1% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.9% | 76.7% | 9.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| South-East Asia | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| No passport held | 11.3% | 13.5% | -2.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.9% | 37.2% | -5.3% |
| Christian | 58.8% | 46.2% | 12.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 1.6% | 6.5% | -4.9% |
| Not answered | 7.1% | 6.0% | 1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Barn Street was 74.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 54.1% higher than the Marlborough East average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
Barn Street has the 12th highest crime rate of 51 local areas in Marlborough East and the 381st highest crime rate of 1,627 local areas in Wiltshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 4.9%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Barn Street, Marlborough, Wiltshire Terraced, an established residential building | £181,000 | 2021-07-02 | £211,822 |
| 5 Barn Street, Marlborough, Wiltshire Terraced, an established residential building | £762,500 | 2020-10-22 | £929,524 |
| Flat 4 12 Barn Street, Marlborough, Wiltshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2018-12-05 | £190,962 |
| 5 Barn Street, Marlborough, Wiltshire Terraced, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2017-03-01 | £562,274 |
| Flat 3 12 Barn Street, Marlborough, Wiltshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £132,500 | 2016-03-30 | £161,269 |
SN8 1AJ area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 16% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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.
SN8 1AJ 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in SN8 1AJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 43% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 71 |
| Full-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Part-Time Employee | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Education | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marlborough St Mary's CE Primary School Ducks Meadow , SN8 4BX | 3out of 4 | 590 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Preshute Church of England Primary School High Street , Manton SN8 4HH | 4out of 4 | 2,203 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kennet Valley Church of England Aided Primary School Lockeridge , SN8 4EL | 2out of 4 | 4,883 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John's Marlborough Granham Hill , SN8 4AX | 4out of 4 | 842 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marlborough College Marlborough College , Bath Road SN8 1PA | - not rated | 898 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pino's Ristorante Ltd | 13 New Road, Marlborough | 96 yd | |
| Faux Arts | 30 The Parade, Marlborough | 97 yd | |
| The Zaika Inn Ltd | 7 London Road, Marlborough | 132 yd | |
| The Raj | 47 Kingsbury Street, Marlborough | 182 yd | |
| Franklyns Bistro | 46 Kingsbury Street, Marlborough | 188 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dans at The Crown | The Crown Inn, The Parade | 97 yd | |
| The Lamb Hotel | The Lamb Inn, The Parade | 158 yd | |
| The Green Dragon | Green Dragon, High Street | 257 yd | |
| Marlborough Rugby Football Club Ltd | Clubhouse, Frees Avenue | 477 yd | |
| The Royal Oak | High Street, Marlborough | 486 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Road Kebab & Pizza House | 8 New Road, Marlborough | 96 yd | |
| Buns and Grills Marlborough | Ground And Part First Floor, 13 The Parade | 97 yd | |
| Yeung's House | 12 The Parade, Marlborough | 97 yd | |
| Lotus House | 11 The Parade, Marlborough | 97 yd | |
| MFG Londis | Nisaexpress, Bridge Garage, 110 London Road | 258 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waitrose | 17-18 High Street, Marlborough | 257 yd | |
| Tesco Superstore 6331 | Tesco Superstore, Salisbury Road | 573 yd | |
| Subway/Budgens | Supermarket, Filling Station | 1,005 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Salisbury Road Recreation Ground SAVERNAKE COURT | grass pitches | 540 yd |
| The Fitness Space (Marlborough) ELCOT PARK ELCOT PARK ELCOT LANE | health and fitness suite | 652 yd |
| Marlborough Town Football Club ELCOT LANE | grass pitches | 665 yd |
| St Johns School And Community College (Upper & Lower School) (Closed) Orchard Road | grass pitches | 784 yd |
| Elcot Lane Playing Field BARROW CLOSE | grass pitches | 800 yd |
| Marlborough College | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 828 yd |
| Marlborough Rugby Club CLUBHOUSE CLUBHOUSE FREES AVENUE | grass pitches | 833 yd |
| Marlborough Golf Club THE COMMON | golf | 902 yd |
| St Johns School Marlborough GRANHAM HILL | grass pitches, tennis courts | 915 yd |
| Marlborough Leisure Centre BARTON DENE | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 988 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% |
| Median download speed | 76.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 60.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.91 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.91 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.