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Market Lavington & Bishops Cannings

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About

Market Lavington and Bishops Cannings are neighbouring villages in Wiltshire, situated near the edge of Salisbury Plain. The area is characterised by rolling chalk downland, with fields and farmland dominating the landscape. Market Lavington, the larger of the two, has a historic high street with traditional stone cottages and a medieval church. Bishops Cannings is a quieter settlement, with a mix of older properties and more recent housing developments.

The villages are surrounded by open countryside, offering walking routes along ancient tracks and bridleways. The area has strong agricultural ties, with local farms producing crops and livestock. Nearby landmarks include the White Horse Trail and the Kennet & Avon Canal, providing opportunities for outdoor activities. Both villages have community-focused amenities, including pubs, village halls, and primary schools.

Area overview

On average Market Lavington & Bishops Cannings has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 38 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 13.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Market Lavington & Bishops Cannings is £53,600 per year. There are 6 schools in Market Lavington & Bishops Cannings: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
38
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
9/10
Social housing
13.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Market Lavington & Bishops Cannings Population
8,242
Population density
71.9 per km²

Demographics

British
7,838
95.06%
Other White
170
2.06%
Irish
36
0.44%
White and Asian (mixed)
28
0.34%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
27
0.33%
Total population: 8,245

Housing

Owns outright
1,389
40.28%
Owns with a mortgage
1,073
31.12%
Other social rented
461
13.37%
Private landlord or letting agency
294
8.53%
Shared ownership
89
2.58%
Total households: 3,448

Property prices in Market Lavington & Bishops Cannings

Based on 94 recent sales, the median property price is £377,500 in Market Lavington & Bishops Cannings area, with individual transactions ranging from £87,500 up to £1,350,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached46£535,000
Flats3£193,000
Semi-Detached25£342,500
Terraced20£272,000

10 years price trend in Market Lavington & Bishops Cannings

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Data Sources

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