About Berwick St Leonard

Berwick St Leonard is a small village located in the county of Wiltshire, in the south-west of England. It lies within the sparsely populated countryside, surrounded by rolling hills and farmland typical of the region. The village is situated near the border with Gloucestershire, and the nearby River Avon forms part of its natural landscape. The area is known for its rural tranquillity and traditional English countryside character. The village has a modest population and retains a quiet, community-focused atmosphere. It is served by the SP3 postcode area, which covers parts of the surrounding rural region. While not a major destination, Berwick St Leonard offers a peaceful setting for those seeking a slower pace of life. The local environment reflects the agricultural heritage of Wiltshire, with open fields and scattered cottages contributing to its distinctive rural charm.

School Ratings in Berwick St Leonard

Berwick St Leonard is served by 7 schools. Appleford School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Berwick St Leonard

Property prices average £511K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £609K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Berwick St Leonard

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Burglary accounts for the highest share in Berwick St Leonard, with 3 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Berwick St Leonard

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Berwick St Leonard 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Berwick St Leonard

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Berwick St Leonard, though coverage is not uniform. 4G mobile signal is available in most areas, with 5G access more limited. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 1,366 sales

Average Price £511K
£500 — £11.46M
Detached £609K 678
Semi £354K 307
Terraced £320K 197
Flat £192K 43

Schools & Education 7 nearby View all schools

6 Primary
1 Other
Hindon Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, St Mary's and St John's Primary Good 0.9 miles Tisbury Children's Centre Requires Improvement 2.6 miles St John's Church of England Primary School, Tisbury Primary Good 2.6 miles Chilmark and Fonthill Bishop Church of England Aided Primary School Primary Good 2.8 miles Wardour Catholic Primary School Primary 3.8 miles Semley Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary Good 4.7 miles Wylye Valley Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary Good 4.8 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Berwick St Leonard IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Berwick St Leonard 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.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
7/10
Health
8/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
2/10
3,330 Children (0-15) 15%
13,052 Working Age 59%
7,960 Older (60+) 36%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 21.4% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10.3% 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 Berwick St Leonard 5 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Berwick St Leonard falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Burglary tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring small town.

3 Burglary
2 Criminal Damage & Arson
Local Policing
Wiltshire Tisbury Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 3 stations

Tisbury Train Station 3 miles
Warminster Train Station 7.9 miles
Gillingham (Dorset) Train Station 8.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Greenwich 0.6 miles Hindon 0.9 miles Fonthill Bishop 0.9 miles Chicklade 0.9 miles Fonthill Gifford 1.2 miles Ridge 2.2 miles Chilmark 2.6 miles Tuckingmill 2.6 miles Newtown 2.6 miles Portash 2.8 miles Higher Pertwood 2.8 miles Tisbury 2.8 miles

Local Government

District Wiltshire
Ward Fovant & Chalke Valley
Constituency South West Wiltshire
Parish Barford St. Martin
Region South West

Streets in SP3 30 shown View all streets

A30 26 A303 5 A350 4 A36 4 A360 6 Abbey Close 2 Alice Combes Lane 1 Amesbury Road 1 Angel Lane 1 B3083 2 B3086 1 B3089 21 Back Lane 1 Barber's Lane 1 Barberry 1 Barn Hill 2 Baverstock Lane 1 Beckett Street 1 Beckett's Lane 1 Beckford Close 1 Berwick Lane 2 Berwick Road 2 Blind Lane 1 Bratch Lane 1 Brocks Orchard 1 Brook Close 2 Brook Street 1 Butts Hill 1 Candown Road 1 Castle Mount 1

Postcodes in SP3 50 shown View all postcodes

SP3 4AA SP3 4AB SP3 4AD SP3 4AE SP3 4AF SP3 4AG SP3 4AH SP3 4AJ SP3 4AL SP3 4AN SP3 4AP SP3 4AQ SP3 4AR SP3 4AS SP3 4AT SP3 4AU SP3 4AW SP3 4AX SP3 4AY SP3 4AZ SP3 4BA SP3 4BB SP3 4BD SP3 4BE SP3 4BG SP3 4BH SP3 4BJ SP3 4BL SP3 4BN SP3 4BQ SP3 4BS SP3 4BT SP3 4BU SP3 4BW SP3 4BX SP3 4BY SP3 4BZ SP3 4DA SP3 4DB SP3 4DD SP3 4DE SP3 4DF SP3 4DG SP3 4DH SP3 4DJ SP3 4DL SP3 4DN SP3 4DP SP3 4DQ SP3 4DR