A TOWN near Andover, where homes sell in just 2.5 days, has been named the UK’s most desirable postcode.
The postcode SP9 in Tidworth has topped a new ranking compiled by Origin, based on factors including property demand, safety, school quality, and job opportunities.
Properties in the area spend just 2.5 days on the market before being sold, selling 15 times quicker than the national average of 38 days.
The area's popularity is driven by its strong employment sector, especially in defence, with security campuses like Porton Down and Boscombe Down offering attractive employment opportunities.
Buyers are also drawn by its low crime rate of 35.1 incidents per 1,000 residents, and 89% of schools are rated 'Good' or 'Outstanding'.
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Victoria Brocklesby, chief operating officer at Origin, said: "At its heart, a home is an investment in quality of life, and there are so many factors that contribute to making a property desirable, from the local community to the quality of the schools.
"Having helped homeowners elevate their properties for over 20 years, we also know that a beautiful home with a high-quality finish is equally as important to buyers.
"Tidworth, like all the areas in the top 10, boasts a host of incredible properties, making it a perfect location for those seeking their dream home."
The area's historic surroundings also add to its appeal.
Residents enjoy proximity to iconic landmarks such as Stonehenge, Salisbury Cathedral, and Avebury.
Following Tidworth, the GU46 postcode in Yateley, Hampshire, ranked second.
There, homes typically sell in 3.5 days, with buyers attracted by family-friendly facilities and commute links to London.
G44 in Southside, South Glasgow, placed third, where properties remain on the market for just five days.
Origin is an aluminium door and window manufacturer.
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