About The Stocks

The Stocks is a small village located in Wiltshire, England, within the SN12 postcode area. It is situated close to the larger town of Melksham, providing easy access to local amenities and services. The village features a mix of residential homes and open spaces, making it a quiet place to live or visit. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for walking and enjoying nature. The village is also near several historical sites, including nearby churches and local landmarks that reflect the area's heritage. The Stocks provides a peaceful environment while remaining conveniently close to larger towns for shopping and entertainment options.

School Ratings in The Stocks

There are 36 schools in and around The Stocks. Kings Park Children's Centre is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in The Stocks

The average property price is £318K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £394K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in The Stocks

Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across The Stocks, with 23 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in The Stocks

The Stocks sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in The Stocks

Broadband speeds in The Stocks are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of the area. 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

27 Primary
1 Secondary
8 Other
Seend Church of England Primary School Primary 1 miles Bowerhill Primary School Primary Good 1.2 miles Melksham Oak Community School Secondary Good 1.3 miles Keevil CofE Primary School Primary Good 1.5 miles St George's Church of England Primary School, Semington Primary Good 1.9 miles Forest and Sandridge Church of England Primary School Primary 2 miles Canberra Children's Centre 2 miles Aloeric Primary School Primary 2.2 miles Melksham House School 2.3 miles The Manor CofE VC Primary School Primary 2.4 miles Kings Park Children's Centre Outstanding 2.5 miles River Mead School Primary 2.5 miles

Deprivation and Employment in The Stocks IMD 2025

The Stocks sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

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 The Stocks 97 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

The Stocks records relatively low levels of reported crime compared to national averages. Violence & sexual offences is the most commonly logged offence type, though overall numbers remain modest. The area is generally considered a safe and settled town with a strong sense of community.

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 2.9 miles
Trowbridge Train Station 4.8 miles
Bradford-On-Avon Train Station 6.2 miles
Westbury Train Station 6.6 miles
Avoncliff Train Station 7.5 miles
Chippenham Train Station 8.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Seend Head 0 yards Seend Cleeve 0.6 miles Littleton 0.6 miles The Strand 0.9 miles Inmarsh 1.2 miles Keevil 1.2 miles Seend 1.4 miles Great Hinton 1.4 miles Bowerhill 1.4 miles The Spa 1.4 miles Redstocks 1.4 miles Bulkington 1.8 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