Rectory Wood is in Aldbourne, Marlborough and in Kennet district. SN8 2SJ is located in the Aldbourne & Ramsbury electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Devizes. This postcode has been in use since 1993-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Rectory Wood, Aldbourne, Marlborough, SN8 2SJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SN8 2DE, SN8 2DS, SN8 2BZ, SN8 2DD, SN8 2DY, SN8 2DW, SN8 2EP, SN8 2DF, SN8 2AQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SN8 2SJ has a slightly higher male population, with 51.3% 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 | 53.5% | 48.7% | -4.8% | 51.0% | -2.3% |
| Male | 46.5% | 51.3% | 4.8% | 49.0% | 2.3% |
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 | 29.9% | 36.1% | 6.2% | 37.9% | -1.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.7% | 45.9% | -5.8% | 44.2% | 1.7% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 1.6% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 9.8% | 10.9% | 1.1% | 9.1% | 1.8% |
| Widowed | 6.9% | 5.5% | -1.4% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 46.5% | 46.2% | -0.3% | 48.4% | -2.2% |
| Good health | 36% | 32% | -4.0% | 33.6% | -1.6% |
| Fair health | 15.8% | 16% | 0.2% | 12.7% | 3.3% |
| Bad health | 1.8% | 5.3% | 3.5% | 4.0% | 1.3% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 | 24.7% | 22.7% | -2.0% | 18.2% | 4.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.9% | 12.7% | -2.2% | 9.6% | 3.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.9% | 16.6% | 5.7% | 13.4% | 3.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 4.4% | -0.8% | 5.3% | -0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8% | 16% | 8.0% | 16.9% | -0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.2% | 27.6% | -4.6% | 33.8% | -6.2% |
| Other | 4% | 0% | -4.0% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.5% | 98.2% | 1.7% | 81.4% | 16.8% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
In this area, 96.9% 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 | 96.5% | 96.9% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.2% | 1.3% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.5% | 96.9% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -6.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.7% | 76.7% | 2.0% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| No passport held | 20.4% | 13.5% | 6.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.7% | 37.2% | 9.5% |
| Christian | 43.6% | 46.2% | -2.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.9% | 6.5% | -5.6% |
| Other religion | 2.7% | 0.6% | 2.1% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rectory Wood was 22.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 22.2% lower than the Aldbourne & Ramsbury average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Rectory Wood has the 10th lowest crime rate of 27 local areas in Aldbourne & Ramsbury and the 419th 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 68.8%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Rectory Wood, Marlborough, Wiltshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2025-05-30 | £371,812 |
| 8 Rectory Wood, Marlborough, Swindon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2024-03-27 | £335,214 |
| 7 Rectory Wood, Marlborough, Wiltshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2020-03-18 | £402,781 |
| 5 Rectory Wood, Marlborough, Wiltshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2017-12-21 | £440,597 |
| 7 Rectory Wood, Marlborough, Wiltshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2012-05-14 | £413,114 |
SN8 2SJ area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 23% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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 2SJ 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 | 61 |
| Retired | 46 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Education | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Michael's CofE Aided Primary Back Lane , Aldbourne SN8 2BP | 4out of 4 | 449 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Baydon St Nicholas Church of England Primary School Ermin Street , Baydon SN8 2JJ | 3out of 4 | 3,500 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ramsbury Primary School Back Lane , Ramsbury SN8 2QH | 4out of 4 | 4,163 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Time at the Forge Ltd | 1 South Street, Aldbourne | 192 yd | |
| Aldbourne Youth Council | Community Junction, 16 The Square | 329 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Crown Inn | The Square, Aldbourne | 331 yd | |
| Blue Boar Inn | The Green, Aldbourne | 482 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lucky Imperial | 6A The Square, Aldbourne | 329 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Operative | 6 Oxford Street, Aldbourne | 544 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Aldbourne Sports Field FARM LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 280 yd |
| Aldbourne Lawn Tennis Club CASTLE STREET | tennis courts | 285 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 | 70.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 61.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.