Browns Lane is in Great Bedwyn, Marlborough and in Kennet district. SN8 3LR is located in the Pewsey Vale East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Devizes. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Browns Lane, Great Bedwyn, Marlborough, SN8 3LR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SN8 3FP, SN8 3LS, SN8 3PL, SN8 3NU, SN8 3LP, SN8 3LU, SN8 3YR, SN8 3NY, SN8 3NZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SN8 3LR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.2% | 51% | -0.2% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 48.8% | 49% | 0.2% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 3LR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 62.9% 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 | 21.9% | 22.5% | 0.6% | 37.9% | -15.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.2% | 62.9% | 0.7% | 44.2% | 18.7% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 6.8% | 6.9% | 0.1% | 9.1% | -2.2% |
| Widowed | 7.6% | 7.6% | 0.0% | 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 (89.1%) 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 | 56.3% | 61.1% | 4.8% | 48.4% | 12.7% |
| Good health | 30.8% | 28% | -2.8% | 33.6% | -5.6% |
| Fair health | 9.3% | 9.7% | 0.4% | 12.7% | -3.0% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 1.2% | -1.5% | 4.0% | -2.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 SN8 3LR this area, 8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 47.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.1% | 8% | -5.1% | 18.2% | -10.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.4% | 8.4% | -2.0% | 9.6% | -1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.5% | 12.4% | -1.1% | 13.4% | -1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 3.6% | 0.0% | 5.3% | -1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.7% | 16.4% | 1.7% | 16.9% | -0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 42.6% | 47.4% | 4.8% | 33.8% | 13.6% |
| Other | 2% | 3.6% | 1.6% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.1% 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% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -1.9% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 97.6% | 97.1% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 15.7% |
In this area, 95% 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 | 94.3% | 95% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| European Union | 2.7% | 2.4% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 2.1% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.7% | 95% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.1% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -5.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.9% | 0.3% | -3.6% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.5% | 76.7% | 13.8% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 7.1% | 13.5% | -6.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.7% | 37.2% | -4.5% |
| Christian | 57.5% | 46.2% | 11.3% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Not answered | 8.3% | 6.0% | 2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Browns Lane was 29.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 58.5% lower than the Ludgershall North & Rural average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Browns Lane has the 15th lowest crime rate of 49 local areas in Ludgershall North & Rural and the 580th lowest crime rate of 1,627 local areas in Wiltshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -9.1%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 78% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sirron Cottage, 4 Browns Lane, Marlborough, Wiltshire Other, an established residential building | £850,000 | 2024-05-31 | £873,141 |
| Copyhold Cottage, 6 Browns Lane, Marlborough, Wiltshire Detached, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2020-09-11 | £566,863 |
| Spring House Browns Lane, Marlborough, Wiltshire Detached, an established residential building | £570,000 | 2013-11-26 | £891,561 |
| 1 Browns Lane, Marlborough, Wiltshire Detached, an established residential building | £667,500 | 2013-04-15 | £1,080,816 |
| The Toft, 7 Browns Lane, Marlborough, Wiltshire Detached, an established residential building | £480,000 | 2007-11-07 | £734,887 |
SN8 3LR area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 11% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% 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 3LR 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 | 84 |
| Retired | 72 |
| Part-Time Employee | 43 |
| Self-Employed | 40 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Information and communication | 19 |
| Education | 18 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Bedwyn Church of England School Farm Lane , Great Bedwyn SN8 3TR | 4out of 4 | 557 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Katharine's CofE Primary School Savernake Forest , SN8 3BG | 3out of 4 | 2,819 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shalbourne CofE Primary School Shalbourne , SN8 3QH | 3out of 4 | 4,508 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wendys Community Cafe | Great Bedwyn Bowls Club, Farm Lane | 222 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Three Tuns Inn | High Street, Great Bedwyn | 197 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 | 78.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 75.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.