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Salisbury Harnham West

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About

Salisbury Harnham West ward lies directly south of the city centre, across the River Avon. The area encompasses the historic settlement of West Harnham, characterised by residential streets and local amenities. It includes the water meadows, which are a significant floodplain landscape. The ward is bordered by the river to the north and east, with the A354 forming a key transport route to the south.

The area is defined by its relationship with the river and its green spaces. The water meadows provide a distinctive rural character within the city boundary, featuring a network of paths and channels. Harnham is also home to the 13th-century St. George's Church. The ward functions primarily as a residential suburb with convenient access to Salisbury's central facilities.

Area overview

On average Salisbury Harnham West has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 114 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 12.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Salisbury Harnham West is £57,570 per year. There are 2 schools in Salisbury Harnham West: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Salisbury Harnham West is home to around 3,867 people, with a population density of about 1,152.9 per km2.

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
114
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
12.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Salisbury Harnham West Population
3,867
Population density
1,152.9 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
54.56(+65%)
Anti-social behaviour
26.38(+75%)
Public order
15.52(+136%)
Criminal damage and arson
12.67(+95%)
Other theft
10.6(+88%)
South West average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
3,517
90.9%
Other White
104
2.69%
Other Asian
38
0.98%
Chinese
31
0.8%
White and Asian (mixed)
24
0.62%
Total population: 3,869

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
1,222
36.97%
No qualifications
523
15.82%
Level 3 (A level)
516
15.61%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
482
14.58%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
309
9.35%
Total 16+ residents: 3,305

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
780
44.39%
Owns with a mortgage
446
25.38%
Social rents from council
202
11.5%
Private landlord or letting agency
170
9.68%
Other social rented
111
6.32%
Total households: 1,757

Property prices in Salisbury Harnham West

Based on 47 recent sales, the median property price is £450,000 in Salisbury Harnham West area, with individual transactions ranging from £123,000 up to £1,600,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Salisbury Harnham West in the 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 Salisbury Harnham West over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached22£540,000
Flats5£185,000
Semi-Detached8£492,500
Terraced12£255,500

10 years median price trend in Salisbury Harnham West

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Salisbury Harnham West.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/01/2026.