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Melksham South

About

Melksham South is a residential area located in the town of Melksham, Wiltshire. It lies to the south of the town centre, bordered by the River Avon and the A350 road. The area features a mix of housing, including post-war developments and more recent builds, catering to families and commuters. Local amenities include schools, parks, and convenience stores, providing essential services for residents.

The area is well-connected, with easy access to the town centre and nearby transport links, including the A350 for road travel. Green spaces like King George V Playing Fields offer recreational opportunities. Melksham South maintains a quiet, suburban atmosphere while remaining close to the town’s commercial and leisure facilities. The area is primarily residential, with a focus on community living and practicality.

Area overview

On average Melksham South has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 87 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 14.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Melksham South is £43,300 per year. There are 3 schools in Melksham South: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

6/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

5/10

Income level

4/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Melksham South Population

7,599

Population density

3,218.6 per km²

Demographics

British

6,929

91.14%

Other White

240

3.16%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

0.84%

Other Asian

0.76%

Bangladeshi

0.51%

Total population: 7,603

Housing

Owns outright

1,307

37.65%

Owns with a mortgage

933

26.88%

Other social rented

560

16.13%

Private landlord or letting agency

507

14.61%

Social rents from council

2.1%

Total households: 3,471

Property prices in Melksham South

Based on 121 recent sales, the median property price is £250,000 in Melksham South area, with individual transactions ranging from £75,000 up to £680,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Melksham South over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	16	£387,500	£236,250	£346,250	£420,000	£480,750
Flats	29	£115,000	£80,000	£90,000	£130,000	£228,800
Semi-Detached	38	£299,000	£232,450	£274,250	£318,750	£440,750
Terraced	38	£240,000	£187,300	£214,375	£267,500	£346,500

10 years median price trend in Melksham South

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.

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

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