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Bowerhill

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About

Bowerhill is a residential area located in the county of Wiltshire, England. It forms part of the larger town of Melksham and is situated approximately 4 miles northeast of the town centre. The ward is primarily made up of housing estates, with a mix of detached, semi-detached, and terraced homes. Green spaces and parks are scattered throughout, providing recreational areas for residents.

The area has local amenities including a primary school, convenience stores, and a community centre. Bowerhill is well-connected by road, with easy access to the A350, linking it to nearby towns like Chippenham and Trowbridge. Public transport options include bus services to Melksham and surrounding areas. The ward has a quiet, suburban feel, with a focus on family-friendly living.

Area overview

On average Bowerhill has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 60 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Bowerhill is £52,100 per year. There are 2 schools in Bowerhill: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate

4/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

3/10

Income level

9/10

Social housing

11.7%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Bowerhill Population

4,339

Population density

400.2 per km²

Demographics

British

4,050

93.38%

Other White

2.05%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

0.76%

Irish

0.69%

Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups

0.62%

Total population: 4,337

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

724

41.04%

Owns outright

645

36.56%

Other social rented

185

10.49%

Private landlord or letting agency

156

8.84%

Other forms of private rent

2.21%

Total households: 1,764

Property prices in Bowerhill

Based on 66 recent sales, the median property price is £322,500 in Bowerhill area, with individual transactions ranging from £155,000 up to £958,400.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	33	£377,000	£301,000	£343,800	£457,000	£653,700
Flats	1	£190,000	£190,000	£190,000	£190,000	£190,000
Semi-Detached	19	£302,500	£224,500	£272,500	£328,750	£402,000
Terraced	13	£242,000	£184,400	£220,000	£262,000	£344,000

10 years price trend in Bowerhill

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Data Sources

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

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail