SN1 1HF is an active urban area on Gordon Gardens, 0.3km from New Town (Swindon Newtown) in Swindon (Swindon). Administratively it sits within Central ward and the South Swindon constituency.
For renters and young professionals, SN1 1HF offers a diverse renting area with many ethnic minority families, mostly European-born. Outside of residential hours, urban high streets with mixed ethnicity and businesses. At 37 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 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 (231 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures. Property: With prices averaging £125k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for SN1 1HF are sourced from Output Area E00177273 (shared with 34 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GORDON GARDENS, SN1 1HF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GORDON GARDENS, SN1 1HF.
227
37
£ 50,500 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SN1 1HF is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
64% of SN1 1HF's residents are from ethnic minority backgrounds — a richly multicultural postcode with diverse cultural ties and tight-knit community organisations. Crime is above average; much reflects high urban footfall rather than community risk.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SN1 1HF. 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
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 130,000
3 sales · Mean £ 129,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime rates near SN1 1HF are high at 231 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.
school Local Schools
Holy Rood Catholic Primary School
Drove Primary School
UTC Swindon
King William Street Church of England Primary School
Holy Cross Catholic Primary School
Robert Le Kyng Primary School
Lainesmead Primary School and Nursery
EOTAS Swindon
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
91 nearby- Da Vinci Swindon Ltd0.4 km
- Aramark Ltd (c/o Biotech & Biolog Sciences Research Council)0.6 km
- Boswells Cafe & Takeaway0.1 km
- Costa0.5 km
- Jack Spice0.4 km
- + 86 more
Supermarkets
7 nearby- Tesco Stores Ltd0.2 km
- Wilko0.2 km
- B&M Retail Ltd1.0 km
- The Midcounties Co-operative0.5 km
- Aldi Stores Ltd0.8 km
- + 2 more
Retailers - Other
81 nearby- Asafo Market0.5 km
- Claire's0.2 km
- HMV UK Ltd0.1 km
- India Bazzar Super Market0.5 km
- Londis Convenience Store0.3 km
- + 76 more
Pub, NightClub
30 nearby- The Great Western Hotel0.5 km
- The Glue Pot0.6 km
- Swindon Conservative Club1.0 km
- Timmy's Bar Ltd1.0 km
- The Queens Tap / Bull & Bird0.4 km
- + 25 more
Takeaway Shop
35 nearby- Pizza King Chicken0.5 km
- Super Pizza0.3 km
- Swindon Kebab House0.6 km
- Swindon Town Football Club Kiosk1.0 km
- Chicken Cottage Swindon1.0 km
- + 30 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
6 nearby- Stay Belvedere Hotels Ltd (Trading At Holiday Inn Express)0.4 km
- Angelique Guest House0.7 km
- Swindon Travelodge0.2 km
- Thistle Express Swindon0.1 km
- Ibis Budget Swindon0.4 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Swindon0.5 km
Bus Stops
- Fleming Way0.1 km
- Fleming Way0.1 km
- Fleming Way0.1 km
- Fleming Way0.1 km
- Fleming Way0.1 km
Generated by PostcodeInfo.uk
Postcode Profile: SN11HF · Data under Open Government Licence