salisbury SP8 Postcodes
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Salisbury (SP8)
The SP8 postcode area is located in the Salisbury postcode town region, within the county of Dorset, and contains a total of 658 individual postcodes.
There are 53 electoral wards in the SP8 postcode area, including Andover, Fordingbridge, Gillingham, Salisbury, Shaftesbury, Tidworth which come under the local authority of the North Dorset Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 21% of people in SP8 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.
This does not mean that the people of SP8 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.
The SP8 postcode is located in the Salisbury district of Wiltshire in the United Kingdom. It is part of the traditional county of Wiltshire and is situated in the south of England, about 84 miles south west of London. The postcode encompasses the villages of Castleton, Chilmark and Tisbury, as well as the town of Tisbury.
The area is mainly rural, characterised by rolling hills, chalk downland, and verdant river valleys. It is part of the South Wiltshire Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and has been designated as an Area of Great Landscape Value. The area is of particular importance for conservation, with a number of Sites of Special Scientific Interest located there. It is home to an array of wildlife, including over 200 species of birds, as well as a variety of other animals and plants.
The SP8 postcode is served by a number of bus routes, making it easy to visit the nearby towns of Salisbury, Shaftesbury, Warminster and other places of interest. It is also close to the A30 and the M4 motorway, making it accessible from other parts of the country.
The area is home to a number of educational institutions, including Tisbury Primary School as well as Tisbury High School. There are also a number of community amenities, including several parks and outdoor recreation areas, tennis courts, bowling greens, a playing field and a children's play area.
The area attracts many visitors, and is well known for its many festivals and events, including the Tisbury Summer Fair and the Joy of Chilmark Festival. The area also offers a wide range of walking trails, including the Helen Blake Trail, the Chalk Valley Trail and the Tisbury Watermill Walks.
The postcode SP8 is part of an area full of natural beauty, rich in historic significance and home to a vibrant and welcoming community.
Demographics
Dorset
SP8 is located in the county of Dorset, in England.
Dorset has a total population of 771,900, making it the 31st largest county in the UK.
Dorset has a total area of 1024 square miles, and a population density of 290 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.
| Outward Code | SP8 |
| Postal Town | Salisbury |
| MSOA Name | North Dorset 001 |
| LSOA Name | North Dorset 001A |
| County | Dorset |
| Region | Dorset |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | North Dorset |
| Area Classification | Mainly Rural (rural including hub towns >=80%) |
SP8 Electoral Wards
The postal region of SP8, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Chris H
Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 21% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.