Birdbush is in Ludwell, Shaftesbury and in Salisbury district. SP7 9NH is located in the Tisbury electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South West Wiltshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Birdbush, Ludwell, Shaftesbury, SP7 9NH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SP7 9NH, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.8% 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 | 52% | 52.8% | 0.8% | 51.0% | 1.8% |
| Male | 48% | 47.2% | -0.8% | 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 SP7 9NH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 62.3% 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 | 20.8% | 22.4% | 1.6% | 37.9% | -15.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.4% | 62.3% | 2.9% | 44.2% | 18.1% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 0.9% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 10.8% | 9% | -1.8% | 9.1% | -0.1% |
| Widowed | 7.1% | 5.4% | -1.7% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
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 | 50.8% | 54.7% | 3.9% | 48.4% | 6.3% |
| Good health | 32.8% | 29.7% | -3.1% | 33.6% | -3.9% |
| Fair health | 13.6% | 10.2% | -3.4% | 12.7% | -2.5% |
| Bad health | 1.6% | 4.3% | 2.7% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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.
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 43.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.3% | 17.9% | -2.4% | 18.2% | -0.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.3% | 5.8% | -5.5% | 9.6% | -3.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.5% | 9% | -8.5% | 13.4% | -4.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 6.3% | 3.5% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9% | 17% | 8.0% | 16.9% | 0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.4% | 43.9% | 8.5% | 33.8% | 10.1% |
| Other | 3.8% | 0% | -3.8% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.8% 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% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.8% | 98.8% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 17.4% |
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 | 95.6% | 91.8% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 3.5% | 3.1% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 2.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -3.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.6% | 91.8% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.7% | 4.7% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 1.6% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 0.4% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.7% | 76.7% | 11.0% |
| France | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 10.3% | 13.5% | -3.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.7% | 37.2% | -6.5% |
| Christian | 60.2% | 46.2% | 14.0% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 7.9% | 6.0% | 1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Birdbush was 29.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 32.6% lower than the Fovant & Chalke Valley average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Birdbush has the 22nd lowest crime rate of 61 local areas in Fovant & Chalke Valley and the 594th lowest crime rate of 1,627 local areas in Wiltshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -73.4%.
Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 52% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birdbush House Birdbush, Shaftesbury, Wiltshire Detached, an established residential building | £700,000 | 2022-01-12 | £765,011 |
| Hillcrest Birdbush, Shaftesbury, Wiltshire Detached, an established residential building | £312,500 | 2015-09-10 | £436,207 |
| Birdbush Birdbush, Shaftesbury, Wiltshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2014-06-23 | £276,317 |
| Birdbush House Birdbush, Shaftesbury, Wiltshire Detached, an established residential building | £404,000 | 2007-07-23 | £634,857 |
| Birdbush House Birdbush, Shaftesbury, Wiltshire Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2003-06-10 | £631,248 |
SP7 9NH area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 9% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% 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.
SP7 9NH 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 63 |
| Retired | 61 |
| Self-Employed | 33 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 14 |
| Other | 14 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ludwell Primary School Coronation Drive , Ludwell SP7 9ND | - not rated | 969 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shaftesbury Church of England Primary School Wincombe Lane , SP7 8PZ | 2out of 4 | 4,597 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Semley Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Semley , SP7 9AU | 3out of 4 | 4,673 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wardour Catholic Primary School Wardour , SP3 6RF | 3out of 4 | 4,839 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shaftesbury School Salisbury Road , SP7 8ER | 3out of 4 | 4,866 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Grove Arms | Ludwell, Shaftesbury | 894 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 | 60.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 60.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 60.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 60.0% |
| 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 | 40.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.