The Great Wishford, Woodford Valley & Porton area in Wiltshire is characterised by its rural landscape and historic villages. Great Wishford lies near the River Wylye, known for its traditional thatched cottages and the annual Oak Apple Day celebration. Woodford Valley stretches along the River Avon, with picturesque hamlets and farmland. Porton, to the east, is more modern, home to the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) and Porton Down science park.
The area blends countryside with scientific research, offering a mix of quiet village life and employment hubs. Walking routes along the rivers and through the chalk downlands are popular. The proximity to Salisbury provides access to amenities while maintaining a rural feel. The landscape includes water meadows, woodland, and open fields, typical of Wiltshire’s countryside.
On average Great Wishford, Woodford Valley & Porton has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 35 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 9.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Great Wishford, Woodford Valley & Porton is £54,600 per year. There are 6 schools in Great Wishford, Woodford Valley & Porton: 6 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
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Tidworth Road
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Fourmile Hill
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Black Horse Lane
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Thorneydown Road
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East Gomeldon Road
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