SN1 2AS is a mixed residential area on Medgbury Road, 0.2km from New Town (Swindon Newtown) in Swindon (Swindon). Administratively it sits within Central ward and the South Swindon constituency.
For families considering a move, SN1 2AS represents 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 regional business centres character: business quarters in major regional cities. An average age of 36 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. 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 above average at 101 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: Average house prices are around £220k, up 9.7% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for SN1 2AS are sourced from Output Area E00078275 (shared with 18 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MEDGBURY ROAD, SN1 2AS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MEDGBURY ROAD, SN1 2AS.
499
36
£ 42,500 /yr
55%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SN1 2AS falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Cultural diversity defines SN1 2AS — 80% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Moderate crime is broadly expected in a dense, active multicultural neighbourhood. Property prices are trending up 9.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SN1 2AS. The average age is 36.0. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 205,000
13 sales · Mean £ 196,230
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around SN1 2AS is above average at 101 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
Holy Cross Catholic Primary School
St Joseph's Catholic College
Lainesmead Primary School and Nursery
King William Street Church of England Primary School
UTC Swindon
Gorse Hill Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
23 nearby- The Glue Pot0.9 km
- Swindon Bowls Club0.8 km
- Beehive Public House0.8 km
- Kevin Fitzgerald T/A The Castle Inn0.9 km
- Meca0.3 km
- + 18 more
Restaurant, Cafe
90 nearby- Swindon Heritage Action Zone - Wed Drop-ins @ Bakers For Rai0.9 km
- Bebble Tea Ltd0.6 km
- Big Breakfast Plus0.5 km
- Blues Cafe Bar Ltd0.6 km
- Boom Battle Bar / Wingman / Bunheadz0.6 km
- + 85 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
6 nearby- Angelique Guest House0.4 km
- Swindon Travelodge0.2 km
- Thistle Express Swindon0.3 km
- Ibis Budget Swindon0.6 km
- Stay Belvedere Hotels Ltd (Trading At Holiday Inn Express)0.6 km
- + 1 more
Retailers - Other
83 nearby- Abbys Food Stores0.2 km
- Paradise Deli0.8 km
- Sulaymaniyah Super Market0.3 km
- Zabka Polski Sklep0.3 km
- Balkans Finest Ltd0.6 km
- + 78 more
Takeaway Shop
41 nearby- Yo! To Go!0.7 km
- Best BBQ0.7 km
- PanPizza0.7 km
- Papa Johns Pizza0.9 km
- Pizza Hut Delivery0.5 km
- + 36 more
Supermarkets
10 nearby- The Midcounties Co-operative0.5 km
- Tesco Stores Ltd0.5 km
- Wilko0.4 km
- B&M Retail Ltd0.7 km
- Tesco Extra0.8 km
- + 5 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Swindon0.6 km
Bus Stops
- Spring Gardens0.0 km
- Spring Gardens0.1 km
- Corporation Street0.2 km
- Corporation Street0.2 km
- Fleming Way0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: SN12AS · Data under Open Government Licence