About Seend

Seend is a village located in Wiltshire, England, within the SN12 postcode area. It lies approximately three miles from the larger town of Melksham and is surrounded by the scenic countryside typical of this region. The village features a mix of residential homes, local amenities, and green spaces, making it a pleasant place for both residents and visitors. The community is served by a primary school, a pub, and a few shops, providing essential services to its inhabitants. Seend is well-connected by local roads, allowing easy access to nearby towns and attractions. The village also has a number of walking paths that encourage exploration of the surrounding landscape, offering an opportunity to appreciate the natural beauty of Wiltshire.

School Ratings in Seend

Families in Seend have access to 34 local schools. Kings Park Children's Centre is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Seend

Homes sell for an average of £318K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £394K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Seend

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Seend, with 23 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Seend

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Seend 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 Seend

Seend 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 4,421 sales

Average Price £318K
£500 — £19.08M
Detached £394K 1,508
Semi £270K 1,414
Terraced £224K 898
Flat £200K 386

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

25 Primary
2 Secondary
7 Other
Seend Church of England Primary School Primary 0.4 miles Melksham Oak Community School Secondary Good 1.8 miles Bowerhill Primary School Primary Good 1.9 miles Forest and Sandridge Church of England Primary School Primary 2 miles Silverwood School Good 2.3 miles Rowde CofE Academy Primary Good 2.4 miles Canberra Children's Centre 2.5 miles St Nicholas Church of England Primary School, Bromham Primary 2.6 miles Keevil CofE Primary School Primary Good 2.7 miles The Manor CofE VC Primary School Primary 2.7 miles Aloeric Primary School Primary 2.8 miles Kings Park Children's Centre Outstanding 2.8 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Seend IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Seend 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
7/10
Employment
6/10
Education
5/10
Health
7/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
7/10
5,917 Children (0-15) 18%
19,585 Working Age 58%
10,240 Older (60+) 31%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 26.1% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 9.8% 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 Seend 97 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Seend 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.

41 Violence & Sexual Offences
23 Anti-Social Behaviour
7 Public Order
5 Drugs
5 Shoplifting
4 Criminal Damage & Arson
3 Burglary
3 Vehicle Crime
2 Other Theft
2 Other Crime
1 Bicycle Theft
1 Weapons
Local Policing
Wiltshire Melksham Rural South 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

Melksham Train Station 3.3 miles
Trowbridge Train Station 6.2 miles
Bradford-On-Avon Train Station 7.5 miles
Chippenham Train Station 7.7 miles
Westbury Train Station 7.9 miles
Avoncliff Train Station 8.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Inmarsh 0.6 miles Redstocks 0.9 miles Seend Cleeve 0.9 miles Sells Green 0.9 miles Seend Head 1.4 miles The Stocks 1.4 miles Poulshot 1.8 miles Mid Wilts Way 1.9 miles Bulkington 1.9 miles Bowerhill 2 miles The Spa 2 miles Littleton 2 miles

Local Government

District Wiltshire
Ward Melksham South
Constituency Chippenham
Parish Melksham
Region South West

Streets in SN12 30 shown View all streets

A350 4 A361 1 A365 3 Academy Close 1 Addison Road 2 Alder Way 1 Angelica Avenue 1 Anise Avenue 1 Anson Grove 1 Arden Close 1 Ash Grove 1 Ashdown Drive 1 Ashley Close 1 Asquith Avenue 2 Atworth Court 1 Avon Road 4 Avonside Enterprise Park 1 Avro Way 1 Awdry Avenue 2 B3107 4 Babington Close 1 Bank Street 3 Barnes Wallis Close 2 Barnwell Road 2 Basil Drive 1 Bath Road 30 Bay Gardens 2 Beanacre Road 11 Beaufort Close 1 Beech Avenue 1

Postcodes in SN12 50 shown View all postcodes

SN12 6AA SN12 6AB SN12 6AD SN12 6AE SN12 6AF SN12 6AG SN12 6AH SN12 6AJ SN12 6AL SN12 6AN SN12 6AP SN12 6AQ SN12 6AR SN12 6AS SN12 6AT SN12 6AU SN12 6AW SN12 6AX SN12 6AY SN12 6AZ SN12 6BA SN12 6BB SN12 6BD SN12 6BE SN12 6BF SN12 6BG SN12 6BH SN12 6BJ SN12 6BL SN12 6BN SN12 6BP SN12 6BQ SN12 6BS SN12 6BT SN12 6BU SN12 6BW SN12 6BX SN12 6BY SN12 6BZ SN12 6DA SN12 6DB SN12 6DD SN12 6DE SN12 6DF SN12 6DG SN12 6DH SN12 6DJ SN12 6DL SN12 6DN SN12 6DP