About Boreham

Boreham is a small village located in Wiltshire, in the south-west of England. It lies within the BA12 postcode area, situated near the border with Somerset. The village is characterised by its rural setting, with a mix of traditional stone and brick houses surrounded by open countryside. Boreham is close to the River Avon, which flows through the area and contributes to the local landscape. The village has a small community with a church and a few local amenities, reflecting its quiet, settled character. It is a peaceful place, typical of the Wiltshire countryside, with fields and hedgerows forming the backdrop to daily life. The area is popular with walkers and those who enjoy the natural beauty of the region.

School Ratings in Boreham

Families in Boreham have access to 23 local schools. A further 13 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Boreham

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 Boreham

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

Deprivation and Employment in Boreham

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Boreham 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 Boreham

Boreham 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

17 Primary
2 Secondary
4 Other
St John's CofE School Primary Good 157 yards Kingdown School Secondary Good 0.2 miles St George's Catholic Primary School, Warminster Primary Requires Improvement 0.4 miles New Close Primary School Primary Good 0.4 miles The Avenue Primary School and Children's Centre Primary Good 0.7 miles Sambourne Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles The Minster CofE Primary School Primary Good 1 miles Warminster School 1.1 miles Happy Feet Children's Centre Good 1.3 miles Princecroft Primary School Primary 1.3 miles Crockerton CofE Primary School Primary Good 2 miles Sutton Veny CofE School Primary Good 2.1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Boreham IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Boreham 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 Boreham 11 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Boreham 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
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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 5 stations

Warminster Train Station 0.7 miles
Dilton Marsh Train Station 3.8 miles
Westbury Train Station 4.8 miles
Frome Train Station 6.5 miles
Trowbridge Train Station 8.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Woodcock 0 yards Warminster 0.9 miles Bishopstrow 0.9 miles Henfords Marsh 0.9 miles Sambourne 1.2 miles Warminster Common 1.2 miles Cold Harbour 1.4 miles Norton Bavant 1.4 miles Sutton Veny 1.4 miles Crockerton 1.8 miles Crockerton Green 1.8 miles Bugley 1.9 miles

Local Government

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

Notable & Famous People from Boreham 1 people

Rod Harrington
Darts player
British darts player

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