About Britford

Britford is a village located in Wiltshire, England, within the SP5 postcode area. It lies along the River Avon, offering a peaceful setting with views of the surrounding countryside. The village has a long history, with evidence of settlement dating back to Anglo-Saxon times. St. Mary’s Church, a notable local landmark, contains architectural features from the 12th and 13th centuries. The village is situated near the A360 road, providing access to nearby towns such as Salisbury and Devizes. There are several residential properties and a small number of local amenities, including a village hall and a pub. The area is known for its rural character and is popular with walkers and cyclists who enjoy the nearby footpaths and riverside trails.

School Ratings in Britford

Families in Britford have access to 46 local schools. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Britford

Homes sell for an average of £540K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £613K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Britford

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

Deprivation and Employment in Britford

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Britford around the national average for deprivation. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Britford

Britford 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 2,498 sales

Average Price £540K
£625 — £6.5M
Detached £613K 1,429
Semi £356K 480
Terraced £308K 285
Flat £185K 82

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

24 Primary
6 Secondary
16 Other
Longford Church of England Primary School Primary 0.7 miles Salisbury Sixth Form College 16 plus Good 1.1 miles St Martin's CofE Primary School Primary 1.1 miles Godolphin School 1.2 miles St Osmund's Catholic Primary School, Salisbury Primary Good 1.3 miles Salisbury Cathedral School 1.4 miles Bishop Wordsworth's Church of England Grammar School Secondary Outstanding 1.4 miles Salisbury City Children's Centre 1.5 miles Chafyn Grove School 1.5 miles St Andrew's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Laverstock Primary 1.6 miles Fountain House Education Suite Good 1.6 miles Five Rivers Virtual Education All-through 1.6 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Britford IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Britford 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
7/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
8/10
Health
9/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
3/10
6,507 Children (0-15) 15%
25,734 Working Age 58%
16,177 Older (60+) 37%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 17.5% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 8.3% 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 Britford 15 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Britford 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.

7 Violence & Sexual Offences
3 Burglary
1 Bicycle Theft
1 Criminal Damage & Arson
1 Drugs
1 Public Order
1 Vehicle Crime
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 3 stations

Salisbury Train Station 2 miles
Dean (Wilts) Train Station 5.8 miles
Mottisfont And Dunbridge Train Station 9.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Shute End 0.6 miles Milford 0.9 miles Bodenham 1.2 miles Laverstock 1.4 miles Nunton 1.4 miles Odstock 1.8 miles Salisbury 1.8 miles Alderbury 1.8 miles Harnham 1.9 miles Churchfields 2 miles Bishopdown 2 miles Whaddon 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Wiltshire
County Hampshire
Ward Alderbury & Whiteparish
Constituency Salisbury
Parish Pitton and Farley
Region South West

Streets in SP5 30 shown View all streets

A30 3 A338 2 A343 4 A354 12 A36 5 Above Hedges 1 Ackling Dyke 1 Adams Lane 1 Appletree Close 1 Appletree Road 1 Ashmore Close 1 Avon Drive 1 Avon Meadow 1 Avondyke 1 B3079 2 B3080 6 B3081 8 Back Drove 2 Back Lane 3 Barber's Lane 3 Barford Down Farm Road 1 Barford Lane 9 Barnaby Close 1 Barrows Lane 1 Batchelor Way 5 Batten Road 3 Beales Court 2 Beech Close 1 Beech Grange 2 Beeches Close 1

Postcodes in SP5 50 shown View all postcodes

SP5 1AA SP5 1AB SP5 1AD SP5 1AE SP5 1AF SP5 1AG SP5 1AH SP5 1AL SP5 1AN SP5 1AP SP5 1AQ SP5 1AR SP5 1AT SP5 1AU SP5 1AW SP5 1AX SP5 1AY SP5 1AZ SP5 1BD SP5 1BE SP5 1BF SP5 1BG SP5 1BH SP5 1BJ SP5 1BL SP5 1BN SP5 1BP SP5 1BQ SP5 1BS SP5 1BU SP5 1BW SP5 1BX SP5 1BY SP5 1BZ SP5 1DA SP5 1DB SP5 1DE SP5 1DG SP5 1DH SP5 1DJ SP5 1DL SP5 1DP SP5 1DQ SP5 1DR SP5 1DS SP5 1DT SP5 1DU SP5 1DX SP5 1DY SP5 1DZ