SN2 1AF is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Cricklade Road, 0.3km from Gorse Hill in Swindon (Swindon). Administratively it sits within Gorse Hill and Pinehurst ward and the North Swindon constituency.
This is a well-established rental postcode — members of this subgroup have a higher probability than other subgroups of being born in the eu, and of holding degree level qualifications. neighbourhood populations are relatively young, with low proportions above normal retirement age, and have the lowest levels of long-term disability in the group. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a metro suburban distribution industries zone — ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 36) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 52% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 42% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Swindon.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 51 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £140k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 11.9% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for SN2 1AF are sourced from Output Area E00078442 (shared with 22 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CRICKLADE ROAD, SN2 1AF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CRICKLADE ROAD, SN2 1AF.
450
36
£ 40,500 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SN2 1AF falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
SN2 1AF is a mixed residential postcode — average age 36, 24% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £140k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending up 11.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SN2 1AF. The average age is 36.3. 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
£ 116,475
22 sales · Mean £ 122,336
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around SN2 1AF is moderate at 51 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
Gorse Hill Primary School
Crowdys Hill School
EOTAS Swindon
Ferndale Primary School & Nursery
St Mary's Catholic Primary School
Swindon Academy
Holy Cross Catholic Primary School
St Joseph's Catholic College
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
22 nearby- Shinepinehurst1.0 km
- Freedog Swindon Ltd1.0 km
- Cocina Del Diablo0.3 km
- Gorse Hill Tea Rooms0.1 km
- It's Platinum Not Grey Ltd0.2 km
- + 17 more
Retailers - Other
38 nearby- AAA Shop Ltd0.5 km
- Liquor World0.9 km
- Raja Halal Meat And Seafoods1.0 km
- Swindon Children's Scrapstore0.7 km
- Dojo Coffee House0.9 km
- + 33 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Kembrey Park Brewers Fayre0.7 km
- New Century Club0.2 km
- The Swiss Chalet0.3 km
- The Tap And Barrel (Pub - Wet Sales)0.8 km
- The Great Western Hotel0.9 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- SW Bed & Breakast0.1 km
- Angelique Guest House0.9 km
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Iceland Foods Ltd0.3 km
- Lidl UK GmbH0.3 km
- B&M Retail Ltd0.6 km
- Tesco Extra0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
22 nearby- Bella Napoli Pizzeria0.0 km
- Bindi's0.0 km
- Diamond Kebab House0.1 km
- Dilkush0.1 km
- Eat Well0.1 km
- + 17 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Swindon1.1 km
Bus Stops
- Gorse Hill North0.0 km
- Gorse Hill North0.1 km
- St Barnabas Church0.1 km
- St Barnabas Church0.1 km
- Swiss Chalet0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: SN21AF · Data under Open Government Licence