Postcode Analysis Swindon, South West

SN1 1BF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SN1 1BF.

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Population

227

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 50,500 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: SN1 1BF is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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2/10
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9/10
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6/10
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10/10
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9/10
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10/10
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1/10
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4/10
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Area Character

Cultural diversity defines SN1 1BF — 64% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Crime is above average; much reflects high urban footfall rather than community risk.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SN1 1BF is an active urban area located 0.4km from New Town (Swindon Newtown) in Swindon (Swindon). Administratively it sits within Central ward and the South Swindon constituency.

This is a well-established rental postcode — a diverse renting area with many ethnic minority families, mostly European-born. The daytime character shifts — areas dominated by food and entertainment. The 37 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 52% 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 Swindon.

Safety: Crime rates are high (218 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures.

Census 2021 statistics for SN1 1BF are sourced from Output Area E00177273 (shared with 34 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SN1 1BF. The average age is 37.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British30.6%
Asian / British Asian63.8%
Black / African / Caribbean2.6%
Other / Mixed3.1%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime rates near SN1 1BF are high at 218 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences556
Anti-social behaviour543
Shoplifting276
Public order195
Criminal damage and arson99

school Local Schools

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Holy Rood Catholic Primary School

Good398 pupils0.7 km
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UTC Swindon

Requires Improvement177 pupils0.7 km
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Drove Primary School

Outstanding729 pupils0.8 km
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King William Street Church of England Primary School

Good196 pupils1.1 km
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Holy Cross Catholic Primary School

Requires Improvement398 pupils1.1 km
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EOTAS Swindon

Good57 pupils1.1 km
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Robert Le Kyng Primary School

Good1.2 km
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Ferndale Primary School & Nursery

Good490 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

39 nearby
  • KFC1.0 km
  • Yo! To Go!0.9 km
  • Best BBQ0.7 km
  • PanPizza0.4 km
  • Papa Johns Pizza0.9 km
  • + 34 more
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Retailers - Other

88 nearby
  • Holland & Barrett1.0 km
  • Abbys Food Stores0.4 km
  • Paradise Deli0.9 km
  • Sulaymaniyah Super Market0.6 km
  • Zabka Polski Sklep0.4 km
  • + 83 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

25 nearby
  • The Glue Pot0.5 km
  • Ashford Road Working Mens Club0.9 km
  • Beehive Public House0.8 km
  • Clifton Hotel1.0 km
  • Kevin Fitzgerald T/A The Castle Inn0.9 km
  • + 20 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

102 nearby
  • Costa Ltd (Kiosk)1.0 km
  • Giraffe / Gourmet Burger Kitchebn0.9 km
  • Krispy Kreme UK Ltd - Swindon Box Store1.0 km
  • Patisserie Valerie1.0 km
  • Subway0.9 km
  • + 97 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

6 nearby
  • Angelique Guest House0.7 km
  • Swindon Travelodge0.3 km
  • Thistle Express Swindon0.1 km
  • Ibis Budget Swindon0.3 km
  • Stay Belvedere Hotels Ltd (Trading At Holiday Inn Express)0.3 km
  • + 1 more
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Supermarkets

8 nearby
  • The Midcounties Co-operative0.6 km
  • Tesco Stores Ltd0.2 km
  • Wilko0.1 km
  • B&M Retail Ltd0.9 km
  • Aldi Stores Ltd0.8 km
  • + 3 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Swindon0.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Fleming Way0.0 km
  • Fleming Way0.0 km
  • Fleming Way0.0 km
  • Fleming Way0.0 km
  • Fleming Way0.0 km