SL2 1BT is a vibrant, youthful neighbourhood on Farnham Road, 0.6km from Manor Park in Slough. Administratively it sits within Farnham ward and the Slough constituency.
For renters and young professionals, SL2 1BT offers the subgroup includes many individuals born in africa, and those identifying with the indian ethnic group are more prevalent than elsewhere in the group. there are fewer families with dependent children than elsewhere in the group. rates of christian religious affiliation are the lowest in the group. members of this subgroup are slightly more likely to be private renters. the occupation structure is very similar to the group average, though levels of educational qualification are slightly higher. By day, the area transitions to a metro suburban distribution industries character: ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. With residents averaging 29 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused. 67% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Slough.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 79 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.
Census 2021 statistics for SL2 1BT are sourced from Output Area E00083251 (shared with 37 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FARNHAM ROAD, SL2 1BT House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FARNHAM ROAD, SL2 1BT.
583
29
£ 62,600 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SL2 1BT falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Very young, very high renting. At 29 years average age and 67% private renter occupancy, SL2 1BT is a classic student-to-graduate transition zone. Moderate crime and budget prices fit the student postcode profile well.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SL2 1BT. The average age is 28.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A notably young demographic dominated by renters. The population leans heavily toward young adults in their twenties and thirties.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around SL2 1BT is moderate at 79 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Phoenix Infant Academy
Baylis Court School
Baylis Court Nursery School
The Godolphin Junior Academy
Slough Centre Nursery School
Penn Wood Primary and Nursery School
Herschel Grammar School
St Anthony's Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
39 nearby- Costsavers Supermarket0.2 km
- Crystal Pharmacy0.2 km
- Delikatesy Smaczek0.1 km
- Euro Market Convenience Store0.2 km
- Exotic Superstore Ltd0.1 km
- + 34 more
Restaurant, Cafe
24 nearby- Exotic Karahi0.1 km
- Five Lads0.1 km
- Head Chef0.2 km
- Karahi King0.1 km
- Punjab Sweets and Curry0.2 km
- + 19 more
Takeaway Shop
25 nearby- Chicken Delite0.3 km
- Chipsta0.3 km
- Cupp Bubble Tea0.2 km
- Dixy Chicken0.3 km
- Farnham Grill0.1 km
- + 20 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Serious Food0.8 km
- Checkout Superstore0.2 km
- Lidl0.0 km
- Iceland0.4 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Faraday Social Club0.5 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- A J Lodge0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Burnham2.2 km
- Slough2.3 km
- Windsor & Eton Riverside4.5 km
Bus Stops
- Lidl0.1 km
- Lidl0.1 km
- Farnham Road PO0.2 km
- Salisbury Avenue0.2 km
- Salisbury Avenue0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: SL21BT · Data under Open Government Licence