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Royal Wootton Bassett Outer & Lyneham

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About

Royal Wootton Bassett Outer & Lyneham is a rural area in Wiltshire, known for its open countryside and historic connections. The landscape features rolling farmland, small villages, and scattered woodlands. Lyneham is notable for its former RAF base, which played a significant role in military operations. The area retains a quiet, community-focused atmosphere with local amenities serving residents.

The surrounding countryside offers walking routes and scenic views, with the North Wessex Downs nearby. Royal Wootton Bassett, just to the east, provides additional services and shops. The area has good transport links, with the M4 motorway accessible for commuting. Housing ranges from older cottages to newer developments, catering to a mix of families and long-term residents.

Area overview

On average Royal Wootton Bassett Outer & Lyneham has very low deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 27 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Royal Wootton Bassett Outer & Lyneham is £55,600 per year. There are 3 schools in Royal Wootton Bassett Outer & Lyneham: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
27
Deprivation level
2/10
Income level
10/10
Social housing
7.1%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Royal Wootton Bassett Outer & Lyneham Population
13,999
Population density
182.9 per km²

Demographics

British
12,222
87.3%
Other Asian
405
2.89%
Other White
287
2.05%
African
233
1.66%
Other
174
1.24%
Total population: 14,000

Housing

Owns outright
1,983
39.76%
Owns with a mortgage
1,547
31.01%
Private landlord or letting agency
565
11.33%
Other forms of private rent
459
9.2%
Other social rented
326
6.54%
Total households: 4,988

Property prices in Royal Wootton Bassett Outer & Lyneham

Based on 130 recent sales, the median property price is £346,250 in Royal Wootton Bassett Outer & Lyneham area, with individual transactions ranging from £125,000 up to £990,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached48£465,000
Flats8£161,250
Semi-Detached36£328,500
Terraced38£265,250

10 years price trend in Royal Wootton Bassett Outer & Lyneham

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Data Sources

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