Romer Road is in Salisbury and in Salisbury district. SP2 8EW is located in the Salisbury Harnham West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Salisbury. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Romer Road, Salisbury, SP2 8EW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SP2 8LQ, SP2 8DS, SP2 8EL, SP2 8DP, SP2 8EN, SP2 8EG, SP2 8EH, SP2 8JL, SP2 8AB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SP2 8EW, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.7% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.1% | 52.7% | -0.4% | 51.0% | 1.7% |
| Male | 46.9% | 47.3% | 0.4% | 49.0% | -1.7% |
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 SP2 8EW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.5% 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 | 20.7% | 30.1% | 9.4% | 37.9% | -7.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.1% | 56.5% | -6.6% | 44.2% | 12.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 1% | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 0.5% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 6.2% | -2.1% | 9.1% | -2.9% |
| Widowed | 6.5% | 4.8% | -1.7% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
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 (86.5%) 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 | 64.6% | 52% | -12.6% | 48.4% | 3.6% |
| Good health | 25% | 34.5% | 9.5% | 33.6% | 0.9% |
| Fair health | 8% | 12.1% | 4.1% | 12.7% | -0.6% |
| Bad health | 2.1% | 1.4% | -0.7% | 4.0% | -2.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 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 SP2 8EW this area, 6.3% 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 59.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 6% | 6.3% | 0.3% | 18.2% | -11.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.8% | 4.4% | -3.4% | 9.6% | -5.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 11.7% | -3.5% | 13.4% | -1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 0% | -3.2% | 5.3% | -5.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.2% | 17% | 7.8% | 16.9% | 0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 55.3% | 59.2% | 3.9% | 33.8% | 25.4% |
| Other | 3.2% | 1.5% | -1.7% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 3.1% | -0.3% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Other Asian | 3.1% | 0.4% | -2.7% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 95.1% | 92.2% | -2.9% | 81.4% | 10.8% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 81.6% 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 | 86.1% | 81.6% | -4.5% | 83.2% | -1.6% |
| European Union | 6.6% | 9.2% | 2.6% | 6.1% | 3.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 2.1% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.5% | 4.3% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -1.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.1% | 1.4% | -0.7% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85.4% | 82.1% | -3.3% | 83.2% | -1.1% |
| 10+ Years | 2.1% | 12.9% | 10.8% | 9.8% | 3.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.8% | 2.5% | -1.3% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 8% | 1.4% | -6.6% | 1.9% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.9% | 76.7% | 3.2% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 2.5% | 1.3% | 1.2% |
| Romania | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Other Europe | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 2.1% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
| No passport held | 10.6% | 13.5% | -2.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.9% | 37.2% | -5.3% |
| Christian | 57.1% | 46.2% | 10.9% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Muslim | 2.8% | 6.5% | -3.7% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 7.4% | 6.0% | 1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Romer Road was 79.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 56.2% lower than the Salisbury Harnham East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Romer Road has the 15th highest crime rate of 40 local areas in Salisbury Harnham East and the 349th highest crime rate of 1,620 local areas in Wiltshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 36.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -34.5%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 72% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Romer Road, Salisbury, Wiltshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £212,000 | 2015-10-21 | £297,859 |
| 3 Romer Road, Salisbury, Wiltshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2007-11-06 | £291,180 |
SP2 8EW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 101 |
| Retired | 39 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Other | 0 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 36 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Education | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 17 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Osmund's Catholic Primary School, Salisbury Exeter Street , SP1 2SG | 3out of 4 | 556 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harnham Infants' School Saxon Road , SP2 8JZ | 3out of 4 | 721 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harnham Church of England Controlled Junior School Saxon Road , Harnham SP2 8JZ | 3out of 4 | 721 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Martin's CofE Primary School Shady Bower , SP1 2RG | 1out of 4 | 1,505 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Martin's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Shady Bower , SP1 2RG | - not rated | 1,520 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bishop Wordsworth's Church of England Grammar School Exeter Street , SP1 2ED | 4out of 4 | 926 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Bishop Wordsworth's Grammar School 11 The Close , SP1 2EB | - not rated | 971 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| South Wiltshire UTC Wilton Road , SP2 7EU | - not rated | 2,386 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Wilts Grammar School for Girls Stratford Road , SP1 3JJ | - not rated | 2,608 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| South Wilts Grammar School Stratford Road , SP1 3JJ | 3out of 4 | 2,608 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fisherton Manor Middle School Highbury Avenue , SP2 7HJ | - not rated | 2,358 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Salisbury Avon Middle School Devizes Road , SP2 9LY | - not rated | 3,295 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salisbury College Southampton Road , SP1 2LW | - not rated | 1,039 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Salisbury Sixth Form College 66-78 Tollgate Road , SP1 2JJ | - not rated | 1,230 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leaden Hall School 70 the Close , SP1 2EP | - not rated | 636 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Salisbury Cathedral School 1 The Close , SP1 2EQ | - not rated | 673 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Salisbury College of Art Southampton Road , SP1 2PP | - not rated | 904 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Holmwood House 26 the Close , SP1 2EJ | - not rated | 953 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Salisbury College of Technology Southampton Road , SP1 2LW | - not rated | 1,039 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Jade | 109A Exeter Street, Salisbury | 719 yd | |
| Cafe at Salisbury & SW Museum | Salisbury And South Wiltshire Museum, The Kings House, 65 West Walk | 810 yd | |
| Bell Tower Tearooms | 32 North Walk, The Close | 956 yd | |
| Riflemans Table | 58 West Walk, The Close | 992 yd | |
| National Trust - Garden Tea Room | Mompesson House, The Close | 1,026 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Greyfisher | Ayleswade Road, Harnham | 215 yd | |
| Harnham Community Sports & Social Cl | Harnham Community Sports And Social Club, Parsonage Green | 910 yd | |
| The Wig And Quill Inn | New Street, Salisbury | 1,070 yd | |
| Old House Cafe Ltd | The New Inn, New Street | 1,070 yd | |
| Catering Contracts | The New Inn, New Street | 1,070 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Salisbury Cathedral School THE CLOSE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, swimming pool, tennis courts | 673 yd |
| Harnham Church Of England Junior School Saxon Road | grass pitches | 737 yd |
| Harnham Cricket Ground Harnham Road | grass pitches | 859 yd |
| Bishop Wordsworths School EXETER STREET | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 927 yd |
| Harnham Community Sports & Social Club PARSONAGE GREEN | grass pitches | 957 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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.