Prospect Place is in Marlborough and in Wiltshire district. SN8 1BY 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 Prospect Place, Marlborough, SN8 1BY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SN8 1DA, SN8 1BZ, SN8 1BX, SN8 1BT, SN8 1DD, SN8 1AR, SN8 1BU, SN8 1UN, SN8 1DJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SN8 1BY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.1% | 51.9% | -1.2% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 46.9% | 48.1% | 1.2% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 | 35.2% | 30.5% | -4.7% | 37.9% | -7.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.3% | 44.2% | 1.9% | 44.2% | 0.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 4% | 3% | -1.0% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 9.3% | 14.2% | 4.9% | 9.1% | 5.1% |
| Widowed | 8.4% | 8.2% | -0.2% | 6.1% | 2.1% |
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 | 53.8% | 46.3% | -7.5% | 48.4% | -2.1% |
| Good health | 32.5% | 34.7% | 2.2% | 33.6% | 1.1% |
| Fair health | 9% | 15.3% | 6.3% | 12.7% | 2.6% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 3% | -1.7% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| 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 | 19.8% | 20.6% | 0.8% | 18.2% | 2.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.3% | 9.9% | -2.4% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 12.9% | -1.6% | 13.4% | -0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 3.9% | 0.8% | 5.3% | -1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 13.7% | 2.7% | 16.9% | -3.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.4% | 37.3% | 2.9% | 33.8% | 3.5% |
| Other | 4.8% | 1.7% | -3.1% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.2% 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 | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Indian | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 94.9% | 92.2% | -2.7% | 81.4% | 10.8% |
| Other | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 0.6% |
In this area, 91.4% 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 | 89.5% | 91.4% | 1.9% | 83.2% | 8.2% |
| European Union | 3.6% | 4.1% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4% | 3% | -1.0% | 5.6% | -2.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.5% | 91.8% | 2.3% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| 10+ Years | 2.5% | 6% | 3.5% | 9.8% | -3.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.8% | 0.4% | -5.4% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82% | 76.7% | 5.3% |
| Ireland | 2.3% | 0.6% | 1.7% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 13.5% | 13.5% | 0.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.4% | 37.2% | 4.2% |
| Christian | 52.6% | 46.2% | 6.4% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Prospect Place was 36.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 23.8% lower than the Marlborough East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Prospect Place has the 25th highest crime rate of 51 local areas in Marlborough East and the 749th lowest crime rate of 1,627 local areas in Wiltshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 24.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -61.5%.

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 Prospect Place, Marlborough, Wiltshire Terraced, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2022-03-07 | £285,972 |
| 4 Prospect Place, Marlborough, Wiltshire Detached, an established residential building | £307,500 | 2021-03-04 | £362,270 |
| 4 Prospect Place, Marlborough, Wiltshire Other, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2018-11-22 | £132,270 |
| 2 Prospect Place, Marlborough, Wiltshire Terraced, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2016-09-30 | £314,271 |
| 2 Prospect Place, Marlborough, Wiltshire Terraced, an established residential building | £152,500 | 2016-01-19 | £213,625 |
SN8 1BY 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 1BY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 71 |
| Retired | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Education | 16 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Information and communication | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 842 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Preshute Church of England Primary School High Street , Manton SN8 4HH | 4out of 4 | 2,296 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kennet Valley Church of England Aided Primary School Lockeridge , SN8 4EL | 2out of 4 | 4,953 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ogbourne CofE Primary School High Street , Ogbourne St George SN8 1SU | 3out of 4 | 5,449 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,095 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 | 1,099 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 | 274 yd | |
| The Raj | 47 Kingsbury Street, Marlborough | 292 yd | |
| Franklyns Bistro | 46 Kingsbury Street, Marlborough | 299 yd | |
| Bite Me Burger Get Plucked | 7 Kingsbury Street, Marlborough | 304 yd | |
| Faux Arts | 30 The Parade, Marlborough | 329 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marlborough Rugby Football Club Ltd | Clubhouse, Frees Avenue | 296 yd | |
| Dans at The Crown | The Crown Inn, The Parade | 329 yd | |
| The Lamb Hotel | The Lamb Inn, The Parade | 331 yd | |
| The Green Dragon | Green Dragon, High Street | 420 yd | |
| The Royal Oak | High Street, Marlborough | 632 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Road Kebab & Pizza House | 8 New Road, Marlborough | 274 yd | |
| Buns and Grills Marlborough | Ground And Part First Floor, 13 The Parade | 329 yd | |
| Yeung's House | 12 The Parade, Marlborough | 329 yd | |
| Lotus House | 11 The Parade, Marlborough | 329 yd | |
| MFG Londis | Nisaexpress, Bridge Garage, 110 London Road | 500 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waitrose | 17-18 High Street, Marlborough | 420 yd | |
| Tesco Superstore 6331 | Tesco Superstore, Salisbury Road | 809 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Marlborough Golf Club THE COMMON | golf | 676 yd |
| Marlborough Rugby Club CLUBHOUSE CLUBHOUSE FREES AVENUE | grass pitches | 693 yd |
| The Fitness Space (Marlborough) ELCOT PARK ELCOT PARK ELCOT LANE | health and fitness suite | 693 yd |
| Marlborough Town Football Club ELCOT LANE | grass pitches | 732 yd |
| Salisbury Road Recreation Ground SAVERNAKE COURT | grass pitches | 750 yd |
| Elcot Lane Playing Field BARROW CLOSE | grass pitches | 874 yd |
| Marlborough College | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 994 yd |
| St Johns School And Community College (Upper & Lower School) (Closed) Orchard Road | grass pitches | 1,034 yd |
| Marlborough Leisure Centre BARTON DENE | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 1,058 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.