Is SN1 1GH a safe place to live?

Yes, SN1 1GH is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 47 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of SN1 1GH?

The population for the SN1 1GH area is approximately 348 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Swindon, South West

SN1 1GH House Prices & Local Information

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

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

348

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 45,900 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SN1 1GH falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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8/10

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3/10

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7/10

workEmployment

5/10

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8/10

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3/10

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2/10

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6/10

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4/10

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Area Character

SN1 1GH is an established family neighbourhood — 70% owner-occupation and an average age of 38 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SN1 1GH is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.4km from Dorcan in Swindon (Swindon). Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Covingham and Dorcan ward and the South Swindon constituency.

This is a diverse suburb with younger adults and first-time buyers, good starter homes. During the day, non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. A balanced community with an average age of 38 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 47 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for SN1 1GH are sourced from Output Area E00078332 (shared with 921 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 1GH. The average age is 38.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British78.0%

Asian / British Asian12.4%

Black / African / Caribbean2.3%

Other / Mixed7.2%

Economic Activity

52%Active

FT: 34%

Unemployed: 3%

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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

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

SN1 1GH has low crime rates — 47 incidents 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.

Violence and sexual offences32

Shoplifting24

Anti-social behaviour19

Drugs9

Public order9

school Local Schools

The Chalet School

Requires Improvement73 pupils0.6 km

Liden Academy

Requires Improvement423 pupils0.6 km

Eldene Nursery and Primary School

Good338 pupils1.0 km

The Dorcan Academy

Good720 pupils1.1 km

Goddard Park Community Primary School

Good555 pupils1.5 km

OakTree Nursery and Primary School

Good396 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby

Halfords Ltd0.2 km

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby

Servest Catering (c/o Post Office Depot)0.2 km
Headway Swindon & District0.9 km
Swindon Mail Centre0.2 km

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Supermarkets

2 nearby

Morrisons0.8 km
Tesco Express0.5 km

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby

Eldene Chinese Takeaway Ltd0.8 km
Liden Pizza & Kebab Ltd0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Swindon4.5 km

Bus Stops

Austen Crescent0.2 km
Austen Crescent0.2 km
Royal Mail Centre0.2 km
Royal Mail Centre0.3 km
Faraday Road0.4 km