About Bishopstrow

Bishopstrow is a small village located in Wiltshire, in the south-west of England. It lies within the BA12 postcode area and is situated near the town of Warminster. The village is part of the larger civil parish of Bishopstrow and is known for its rural setting and traditional English countryside character. The area is largely residential, with a mix of older and more modern homes, and is surrounded by open fields and farmland. The village has a local pub and a small shop, providing basic amenities for residents. It is well-connected by road, with the A350 passing nearby, offering access to nearby towns and cities. The surrounding landscape is typical of Wiltshire, with rolling hills and historic hedgerows. Bishopstrow is a quiet, peaceful place, ideal for those seeking a calm, rural lifestyle.

School Ratings in Bishopstrow

Families in Bishopstrow have access to 18 local schools. A further 13 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bishopstrow

Homes sell for an average of £365K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £452K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bishopstrow

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Burglary is the leading concern across Bishopstrow, with 3 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bishopstrow

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Bishopstrow around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Bishopstrow

Bishopstrow benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 4,120 sales

Average Price £365K
£500 — £10.3M
Detached £452K 1,507
Semi £294K 945
Terraced £244K 1,005
Flat £128K 324

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

13 Primary
2 Secondary
3 Other
St George's Catholic Primary School, Warminster Primary Requires Improvement 0.6 miles St John's CofE School Primary Good 1 miles Kingdown School Secondary Good 1 miles Sutton Veny CofE School Primary Good 1.3 miles New Close Primary School Primary Good 1.3 miles The Avenue Primary School and Children's Centre Primary Good 1.6 miles Sambourne Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 1.7 miles The Minster CofE Primary School Primary Good 1.8 miles Heytesbury Church of England Primary School Primary 1.9 miles Warminster School 2 miles Happy Feet Children's Centre Good 2 miles Princecroft Primary School Primary 2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Bishopstrow IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Bishopstrow are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
6/10
Health
7/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
5/10
5,629 Children (0-15) 15%
21,081 Working Age 57%
13,199 Older (60+) 36%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 24.3% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 12.1% 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 Bishopstrow 11 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Bishopstrow are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

4 Violence & Sexual Offences
3 Burglary
3 Vehicle Crime
1 Criminal Damage & Arson
Local Policing
Wiltshire Warminster Rural 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 6 stations

Warminster Train Station 1.6 miles
Dilton Marsh Train Station 4.6 miles
Westbury Train Station 5.6 miles
Frome Train Station 7.3 miles
Trowbridge Train Station 9.3 miles
Tisbury Train Station 9.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Norton Bavant 0.6 miles Sutton Veny 0.6 miles Woodcock 0.9 miles Boreham 0.9 miles Henfords Marsh 1.2 miles Tytherington 1.8 miles Warminster 1.8 miles Crockerton 2 miles Crockerton Green 2 miles Heytesbury 2 miles Sambourne 2 miles Warminster Common 2 miles

Local Government

District Wiltshire
Ward Warminster North & Rural
Constituency South West Wiltshire
Parish Warminster
Region South West

Streets in BA12 30 shown View all streets

A303 2 A350 8 A36 19 A362 4 Abdon Close 1 Alcock Crest 4 Arboretum Walk 1 Arn View 1 Ash Walk 3 Ashgrove 1 Ashley Coombe 1 Ashley Place 2 Ashton Gifford Lane 1 Avon Road 1 Azalea Drive 1 B3092 5 B3095 14 B390 5 Back Lane 2 Balmoor Close 1 Barley Close 1 Barnes Place 1 Barton Lane 1 Bath Road 5 Battlesbury Road 1 Baytree Close 1 Beacon View 1 Beanis Path 2 Beckford Close 1 Beech Avenue 2

Postcodes in BA12 50 shown View all postcodes

BA12 0AA BA12 0AB BA12 0AD BA12 0AE BA12 0AF BA12 0AG BA12 0AH BA12 0AJ BA12 0AL BA12 0AN BA12 0AP BA12 0AQ BA12 0AR BA12 0AS BA12 0AT BA12 0AU BA12 0AW BA12 0AX BA12 0AY BA12 0AZ BA12 0BA BA12 0BB BA12 0BD BA12 0BE BA12 0BG BA12 0BH BA12 0BJ BA12 0BL BA12 0BN BA12 0BP BA12 0BQ BA12 0BS BA12 0BT BA12 0BU BA12 0BW BA12 0BX BA12 0BY BA12 0BZ BA12 0DA BA12 0DB BA12 0DD BA12 0DE BA12 0DF BA12 0DG BA12 0DH BA12 0DJ BA12 0DL BA12 0DN BA12 0DP BA12 0DQ