salisbury SP1 Postcodes
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Salisbury (SP1)
The SP1 postcode area is located in the Salisbury postcode town region, within the county of Wiltshire, and contains a total of 947 individual postcodes.
There are 7 electoral wards in the SP1 postcode area, including Andover, Fordingbridge, Gillingham, Salisbury, Shaftesbury, Tidworth which come under the local authority of the Wiltshire Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 29% of people in SP1 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 SP1 are wealthier - or higher class - than average, but it can be an indication that the area may be prospering and desirable to live in.
SP1 postcode is a UK postcode area, also known as Salisbury, located in Wiltshire, England. The postcode area includes the environs of Salisbury and extends as far as Bulford in the east, Stratford-sub-Castle in the northwest, and Amesbury to the southwest.
Salisbury itself is an historic cathedral city and the principal settlement within the postcode area. Located close to Stonehenge, Salisbury provides a great place to explore the history and culture of the region. Salisbury is also home to a vibrant shop and restaurant scene, with eateries ranging from quaint cafes to fine dining restaurants, and stores ranging from small independent boutiques to the large Wilton shopping centre.
For transport links, Salisbury has a railway station that operates services to London Waterloo and Exeter. To the east of Salisbury, there is a main road A36 connecting Salisbury to Southampton. Existing roadways also connect Amesbury to Snow Hill and Stonehenge, and the A360 spans from Salisbury to Salisbury Plain.
For education, the postcode area has five primary schools, two secondary schools and two further education colleges. Salisbury also has a university campus which is a part of the University of Wiltshire and the Salisbury & South Wiltshire Museum is located in the centre of the city. For culture, the city has an Arts Centre and Theatre, Salisbury Cathedral and the Close, and the Salisbury Cathedral Music Department.
For recreation, there are four parks within the postcode area with Salisbury city park, Hudson's Field, Greencroft Gardens and Laverstock Park. The area is also known for its nature reserves, such as the Dinton Pastures Nature Reserve and the Salisbury Plain Nature Reserve, both of which are home to a diverse range of wildlife.
The SP1 postcode area is a great place to live and work and provides access to some of the most fascinating historical and natural features in Wiltshire.
Demographics
Wiltshire
SP1 is located in the county of Wiltshire, in England.
Wiltshire has a total population of 706,300, making it the 34th largest county in the UK.
Wiltshire has a total area of 1346 square miles, and a population density of 202 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.
| Outward Code | SP1 |
| Postal Town | Salisbury |
| MSOA Name | Wiltshire 056 |
| LSOA Name | Wiltshire 056A |
| County | Wiltshire |
| Region | Wiltshire |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | Wiltshire |
| Area Classification | Largely Rural (rural including hub towns 50-79%) |
SP1 Electoral Wards
The postal region of SP1, 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, 29% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.