salisbury SP9 Postcodes

Salisbury (SP9)

The SP9 postcode area is located in the Salisbury postcode town region, within the county of Wiltshire, and contains a total of 344 individual postcodes.

There are 3 electoral wards in the SP9 postcode area, including Andover, Fordingbridge, Gillingham, Salisbury, Shaftesbury, Tidworth which come under the local authority of the Wiltshire Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 18% of people in SP9 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 SP9 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.

SP9 postcode is located in the northern part of Hampshire county, in the South of England. It covers a small area of approximately 52 square miles, and is predominantly rural. The postcode district covers the villages of Enford, Fittleton, Shipton Bellinger, Tilshead, Tidworth and Ludgershall, as well as the hamlet of Ebbesbourne Wake.

The nearest towns to this postcode are Salisbury, Andover, Marlborough and Devizes. The area is well connected to these locations and the rest of the UK motorway network, with the A303 and M4 within 30 minutes' driving.

The area is known for being home to part of a military training estate, including the British Army's largest training area on Salisbury Plain. This area has been used for training military personnel since 1905. Due to its large area and diverse geographical make-up, the area is used for joint UK training with nations such as the United States and Canada. Geologically, the area is composed of chalk hills, streams and rivers, with a large number of meadows and woodlands, as well as several aggregate quarries.

This postcode has a diverse population, with many families from military backgrounds living in the area. A lot of the families have been stationed here for a number of generations, and this has created a strong sense of community. Other people who live in this area are retirees, professionals and families looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life.

The local area is full of things to do, including outdoor pursuits, historic sites, pubs and restaurants. There are also a number of local parks and attractions, such as Tidworth Leisure Centre, Alice Holt Forest, the army museum of Wiltshire and Tidworth Polo Club. There are also numerous cycle rides and trails, as well as excellent horse riding opportunities.

The area also boasts some excellent schools, ranging from Ofsted Outstanding to good, such as Langdown Primary School, Tidworth Leisure Centre and the local christian Bluecoat School. The local community strongly believes in the importance of education, which is why there are so many options available to students of all abilities and backgrounds.

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