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Location in WiltshireAshton Common sits where the marker shows within the county.

52,524
Population
20,026
Households
6 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£55,393
Avg. household income
1,525
Businesses
608
People per km²
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About Ashton Common

Ashton Common is a rural settlement located in Wiltshire, England, within the BA14 postcode area. It lies in the countryside, surrounded by open fields and agricultural land typical of the region. The area is known for its peaceful environment and proximity to the River Avon, which flows nearby. The community is small and quiet, with a mix of residential properties and farmland. The common itself is a local green space, offering a place for walking and recreation. The surrounding landscape is characterised by rolling hills and traditional hedgerows, reflecting the agricultural heritage of Wiltshire. The village is accessible by road, with nearby towns providing essential services. It remains a quiet, rural part of the county, with a strong sense of local identity.

School Ratings in Ashton Common

There are 51 schools in and around Ashton Common. Bellefield Children's Centre and Studley Green Children's Centre are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 15 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Ashton Common

The average property price is £293K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £407K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Ashton Common

Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Ashton Common, with 102 recorded incidents in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Ashton Common

Ashton Common sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Healthcare in Ashton Common

There are 4 GP surgeries within three miles of Ashton Common, the nearest being Lovemead Group Practice (2.2 miles away).

Local Data for Ashton Common

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Property Prices 7,485 sales

Average Price £293K
£1K , £10.28M
Detached £407K 2,265
Semi £268K 1,876
Terraced £227K 2,007
Flat £148K 1,033

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

34 Primary
6 Secondary
11 Other
Outstanding 2
Good 15
Inadequate 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the BA14 postcode area.

The Mead Community Primary School Primary Good 1.2 miles St George's Church of England Primary School, Semington Primary Good 1.3 miles Castle Mead School Primary Good 1.3 miles Keevil CofE Primary School Primary Good 1.4 miles Hilperton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 1.7 miles Paxcroft Primary School Primary 1.8 miles Bellefield Children's Centre Outstanding 2.1 miles Bellefield Primary and Nursery School Primary 2.1 miles West Ashton Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.1 miles Longfield Children's Centre 2.2 miles Willowbrook Primary School Primary Good 2.2 miles Bowerhill Primary School Primary Good 2.5 miles

Household Income in Ashton Common ONS 2023

The average total household income in Ashton Common is approximately £55,393 a year before tax, in line with the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £41,555. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Ashton Common £55,393
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £41,555.

Businesses in Ashton Common ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,525 active businesses based in Ashton Common, around 29 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 36 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,525 Total businesses
29 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 90%
Small, 10-49 8%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Ashton Common IMD 2025

Ashton Common sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
6/10
Health
6/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
7/10
Children 0-15 18%
Working age 62%
Older 65+ 20%
9,607 Children (0-15) 18%
32,423 Working Age 62%
10,497 Older (65+) 20%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 27% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 12.4% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Ashton Common 402 crimes · May 2026

Average Crime Area

Reported crime levels in Ashton Common sit broadly in line with national averages for a town of this size. Violence & sexual offences accounts for the largest share of recorded offences. The profile is typical of a well-populated area with a mix of residential and commercial activity.

Violence & Sexual Offences 120
Anti-Social Behaviour 102
Shoplifting 44
Criminal Damage & Arson 39
Public Order 30
Vehicle Crime 20
Other Theft 15
Drugs 12
Burglary 7
Other Crime 5
Bicycle Theft 3
Robbery 2
Theft from Person 2
Weapons 1
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Trowbridge Train Station 2.7 miles
Melksham Train Station 3.8 miles
Westbury Train Station 4.6 miles
Bradford-On-Avon Train Station 4.6 miles
Avoncliff Train Station 5.7 miles
Freshford Train Station 6.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Bleet 0 yards Cold Harbour 0 yards Little Marsh 0.6 miles Bullenhill 0.6 miles Great Hinton 0.9 miles Semington 1.2 miles Hilperton 1.4 miles The Strand 1.4 miles Steeple Ashton 1.4 miles Littleton 1.8 miles Keevil 1.9 miles East Town 1.9 miles

Local Government

District Wiltshire
Ward Trowbridge Central
Constituency South West Wiltshire
Parish Trowbridge
Region South West

Home Ownership in Ashton Common

Of the 22,433 households in and around Ashton Common, 69% are owned, 14% are socially rented and 17% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 69% Social rented 14% Private rented 17%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Ashton Common.

Frequently Asked Questions about Ashton Common

What is the population of Ashton Common?
Ashton Common has a population of approximately 52,524 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Ashton Common?
The average property in and around Ashton Common sold for about £293,285, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 16% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Ashton Common a deprived area?
Ashton Common sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 6 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Ashton Common?
Ashton Common is covered by the BA14 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Ashton Common?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Ashton Common, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Ashton Common?
The nearest railway station to Ashton Common is Trowbridge Train Station, about 2.7 miles away.

Streets in BA14 30 shown View all streets

A350 2 A361 9 A363 4 A366 3 Abraham Close 1 Acacia Crescent 1 Acorn Meadow 1 Acreshort Lane 1 Adcroft Drive 1 Adcroft Street 1 Albany Close 1 Albert Road 1 Albion Drive 1 Aldeburgh Place 2 Alderton Way 3 Allen Road 1 Alma Street 1 Almond Grove 2 Amouracre 1 Ancaster Close 1 Apsley Close 1 Arnold Noad Corner 1 Arras Close 1 Ash Drive 4 Ashleigh Grove 2 Ashmead 3 Ashmead Court 1 Ashton Common 1 Ashton Rise 1 Ashton Road 7

Postcodes in BA14 50 shown View all postcodes

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