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Amesbury South

England / South West / Wiltshire / Amesbury South

About

Amesbury South is a ward in the town of Amesbury, located in Wiltshire, England. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of housing types including detached homes, terraced properties, and some social housing. It lies close to the town centre, providing easy access to local amenities such as shops, schools, and healthcare facilities. The ward is bordered by the River Avon, offering green spaces and walking routes along the waterway.

The area has strong historical connections, with Stonehenge just a few miles to the west. Amesbury South also includes parts of the former RAF Boscombe Down, now a major testing site for military aircraft. Public transport links connect the ward to Salisbury and other nearby towns, making it a practical location for commuters. The ward has a community-focused atmosphere, with local events often held at the Amesbury Sports Centre.

Area overview

On average Amesbury South has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 58 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 18.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Amesbury South is £52,800 per year. There are 2 schools in Amesbury South: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
58
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
9/10
Social housing
18.6%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Amesbury South Population
5,534
Population density
2,580.9 per km²

Demographics

British
4,772
86.18%
Other White
198
3.58%
Other Asian
117
2.11%
African
86
1.55%
Other
70
1.26%
Total population: 5,537

Housing

Owns with a mortgage
867
42.71%
Other social rented
310
15.27%
Owns outright
261
12.86%
Private landlord or letting agency
245
12.07%
Other forms of private rent
130
6.4%
Total households: 2,030

Property prices in Amesbury South

Based on 87 recent sales, the median property price is £335,000 in Amesbury South area, with individual transactions ranging from £78,000 up to £560,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached36£435,000
Flats4£133,000
Semi-Detached29£313,700
Terraced18£299,500

10 years price trend in Amesbury South

All postcodes in Amesbury South

SP47FX

Dunford Close

SP47JY

Main Road

SP47YB

Salisbury Road

SP47ZN

Salisbury Road

SP47XR

Archers Way

SP47FD

Amesbury

SP47GB

Eyres Road

SP47TX

Harrow Way

SP47FF

Barnard Field

SP47FJ

Barnard Mews

SP47JU

Imber Avenue

SP47XP

Archers Way
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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.