About Charnage

Charnage is a small village located in the county of Wiltshire, in the south-west of England. It lies within the BA12 postcode area, situated near the border with Somerset. The village is set in a rural landscape, surrounded by rolling countryside and farmland typical of the region. Charnage is close to the town of Malmesbury, which provides access to local amenities and services. The area is known for its peaceful environment and traditional English countryside character. The village itself is modest in size, with a mix of residential properties and open fields. It offers a quiet, rural lifestyle with easy access to nearby towns and villages. The surrounding area is popular with walkers and those who enjoy the natural beauty of the Wiltshire countryside.

School Ratings in Charnage

Families in Charnage have access to 14 local schools. A further 13 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Charnage

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 Charnage

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

Deprivation and Employment in Charnage

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Charnage 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 Charnage

Charnage 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

10 Primary
1 Secondary
3 Other
Mere Children's Centre Requires Improvement 1.3 miles Mere School Primary Good 1.3 miles Milton-on-Stour Church of England Primary School Primary 2.7 miles Whitesheet Church of England Primary Academy Primary Good 3.3 miles Gillingham School Secondary Good 3.3 miles Gillingham Primary School Primary 3.5 miles Gillingham Good 3.5 miles St Mary the Virgin Church of England Primary School Primary 3.8 miles Wyke Primary School Primary 3.8 miles Motcombe CofE Primary School Primary Good 4 miles St George's Church of England School, Bourton Primary 4.2 miles Port Regis Preparatory School 4.4 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Charnage IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Charnage 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 Charnage 11 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Charnage 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

Gillingham (Dorset) Train Station 3.7 miles
Tisbury Train Station 7 miles
Warminster Train Station 9 miles
Bruton Train Station 9.4 miles
Templecombe Train Station 9.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Limpers Hill 0.6 miles Barrow Street 0.6 miles Burton 0.9 miles Southbrook 1.2 miles Rook Street 1.2 miles West Knoyle 1.4 miles White Hill 1.4 miles Mere 1.4 miles The Green 1.9 miles Huntingford 2.2 miles Milton 2.5 miles Lower Zeals 2.6 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