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Location in WiltshireBadbury sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Badbury
Badbury is a small village located in the county of Wiltshire, in southern England. It lies within the SN4 postcode area and is situated near the border with Dorset. The village is known for its rural setting and proximity to the historic Badbury Rings, an Iron Age hillfort that offers insight into the region’s ancient past. The surrounding countryside is characterised by rolling fields and scattered woodlands, typical of the Wiltshire landscape. Badbury is a quiet community with a modest population, offering a peaceful environment for those who live there. The village has a long history, with evidence of human settlement dating back to prehistoric times. It remains a quiet, unassuming place, with a strong sense of local identity and tradition.
School Ratings in Badbury
Badbury is served by 54 schools. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Badbury
Property prices average £378K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £497K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Badbury
Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Public order accounts for the highest share in Badbury, with 7 incidents logged in April 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Badbury
Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Badbury falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.
Healthcare in Badbury
There are 18 GP surgeries within three miles of Badbury, the nearest being Dawn Clinic (1.1 miles away).
Local Data for Badbury
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Property Prices 4,136 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the SN4 postcode area.
Household Income in Badbury ONS 2023
The average total household income in Badbury is approximately £61,427 a year before tax, 11% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £44,305. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £44,305.
Businesses in Badbury ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,261 active businesses based in Badbury, around 40 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 91% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 16 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Badbury IMD 2025
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Badbury in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.
Crime in Badbury 52 crimes · April 2026
Reported crime in Badbury falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring town.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 1 stations
Location
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Home Ownership in Badbury
Of the 13,406 households in and around Badbury, 75% are owned, 12% are socially rented and 13% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Badbury.