Hilldrop Lane is in Ramsbury, Marlborough and in Kennet district. SN8 2RB is located in the Aldbourne & Ramsbury electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Devizes. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hilldrop Lane, Ramsbury, Marlborough, SN8 2RB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SN8 2RA, SN8 2QZ, SN8 2QY, SN8 2RD, SN8 2QQ, SN8 2RW, SN8 2QR, SN8 2RE, SN8 2QG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SN8 2RB has a slightly higher male population, with 50.8% 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 | 48.3% | 49.2% | 0.9% | 51.0% | -1.8% |
| Male | 51.7% | 50.8% | -0.9% | 49.0% | 1.8% |
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 SN8 2RB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.2% 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 | 28.6% | 24.4% | -4.2% | 37.9% | -13.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.7% | 57.2% | 2.5% | 44.2% | 13.0% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 1.8% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 11.1% | 11.4% | 0.3% | 9.1% | 2.3% |
| Widowed | 3.2% | 4.5% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
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 (91.8%) 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 | 61.1% | 64.1% | 3.0% | 48.4% | 15.7% |
| Good health | 31.7% | 27.7% | -4.0% | 33.6% | -5.9% |
| Fair health | 5.7% | 7.2% | 1.5% | 12.7% | -5.5% |
| Bad health | 1.3% | 0.7% | -0.6% | 4.0% | -3.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
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 | 13.7% | 14.5% | 0.8% | 18.2% | -3.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.5% | 5.7% | -4.8% | 9.6% | -3.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.1% | 14.5% | -4.6% | 13.4% | 1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.2% | 3% | 0.8% | 5.3% | -2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.6% | 21.1% | 12.5% | 16.9% | 4.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.8% | 38.4% | 2.6% | 33.8% | 4.6% |
| Other | 10% | 2.7% | -7.3% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.9% 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 | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.2% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 97.6% | 96.9% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
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 | 84.6% | 91.8% | 7.2% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| European Union | 10% | 2.7% | -7.3% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.4% | 1.7% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 1% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 1% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| British Overseas | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 84.3% | 91.8% | 7.5% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| 10+ Years | 5.4% | 6.1% | 0.7% | 9.8% | -3.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.7% | 1.2% | -2.5% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 0.2% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.8% | 0.7% | -4.1% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.4% | 76.7% | 9.7% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 10.9% | 13.5% | -2.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.3% | 37.2% | -2.9% |
| Christian | 56.7% | 46.2% | 10.5% |
| Hindu | 0.2% | 1.7% | -1.5% |
| Sikh | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Not answered | 8.5% | 6.0% | 2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hilldrop Lane was 28.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 1.4% lower than the Aldbourne & Ramsbury average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hilldrop Lane has the 13th highest crime rate of 27 local areas in Aldbourne & Ramsbury and the 552nd lowest crime rate of 1,627 local areas in Wiltshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -2.2%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 75% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hilldrop Corner Hilldrop Lane, Marlborough, Wiltshire Detached, an established residential building | £732,846 | 2019-04-05 | £904,382 |
| Hilldrop Corner Hilldrop Lane, Marlborough, Wiltshire Detached, an established residential building | £925,000 | 2006-12-20 | £1,499,960 |
| Little Orchard Hilldrop Lane, Marlborough, Wiltshire Detached, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2005-05-06 | £552,401 |
SN8 2RB area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 1% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 22% 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 2RB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 124 |
| Self-Employed | 72 |
| Retired | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 0 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 63 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 23 |
| Education | 20 |
| Other | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Real estate activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ramsbury Primary School Back Lane , Ramsbury SN8 2QH | 4out of 4 | 706 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's CofE Aided Primary Back Lane , Aldbourne SN8 2BP | 4out of 4 | 4,495 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ramsbury Royal British Legion | 35 High Street, Ramsbury | 352 yd | |
| The Bell at Ramsbury(Inc Bella Cafe) | The Bell Inn, The Square | 676 yd | |
| Crown And Anchor | Crowood Lane, Ramsbury | 1,044 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ramsbury Recreation Centre RAMSBURY RECREATION GROUND RAMSBURY RECREATION GROUND HILLDROP LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 117 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.