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England / South West / Wiltshire / Holt

About

Holt is a ward located in northeast Wiltshire, near the border with Gloucestershire. The area is primarily rural, with farmland and woodland covering much of the landscape. The village of Holt itself sits along the River Avon, which flows through the ward. The local economy has historically been tied to agriculture, though some light industry and tourism also play a role.

The ward includes several smaller settlements, such as Staverton and Winsley, alongside Holt. The area is known for its historic architecture, including Holt’s 12th-century church and Staverton’s medieval bridge. Transport links include the A350 road and nearby railway stations in Bradford-on-Avon and Trowbridge. The ward offers a mix of open countryside and village life, with walking trails along the river and canal networks.

Area overview

On average Holt has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 38 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Holt is £52,967 per year. There are 5 schools in Holt: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
38
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
9/10
Social housing
11.4%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Holt Population
4,881
Population density
235.2 per km²

Demographics

British
4,488
92.1%
Other White
171
3.51%
Chinese
31
0.64%
White and Asian (mixed)
30
0.62%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
27
0.55%
Total population: 4,873

Housing

Owns outright
811
39.27%
Owns with a mortgage
663
32.11%
Private landlord or letting agency
274
13.27%
Other social rented
225
10.9%
Other forms of private rent
55
2.66%
Total households: 2,065

Property prices in Holt

Based on 57 recent sales, the median property price is £307,500 in Holt area, with individual transactions ranging from £129,950 up to £835,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached15£465,000
Flats9£170,000
Semi-Detached21£310,000
Terraced12£300,000

10 years price trend in Holt

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Data Sources

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