SN2 1BF is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.4km from Gorse Hill in Swindon (Swindon). Administratively it sits within Gorse Hill and Pinehurst ward and the North Swindon constituency.
For families considering a move, SN2 1BF represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 78% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 32% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Swindon.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 46 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for SN2 1BF are sourced from Output Area E00078440 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SN2 1BF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SN2 1BF.
310
41
£ 40,500 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
SN2 1BF is a mixed residential postcode — average age 41, 78% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SN2 1BF. The average age is 40.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SN2 1BF has low crime rates — 46 incidents 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
Ferndale Primary School & Nursery
EOTAS Swindon
Swindon Academy
St Mary's Catholic Primary School
Holy Cross Catholic Primary School
St Joseph's Catholic College
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
33 nearby- Tesco Swindon Pinehurst Express1.0 km
- AAA Shop Ltd0.4 km
- Liquor World0.8 km
- Swindon Children's Scrapstore0.7 km
- Dojo Coffee House1.0 km
- + 28 more
Restaurant, Cafe
23 nearby- Kell's Kitchen1.0 km
- Shinepinehurst0.9 km
- Freedog Swindon Ltd1.0 km
- Cocina Del Diablo0.4 km
- Gorse Hill Tea Rooms0.1 km
- + 18 more
Takeaway Shop
23 nearby- Pinehurst Fisheries1.0 km
- Bella Napoli Pizzeria0.2 km
- Bindi's0.1 km
- Diamond Kebab House0.2 km
- Dilkush0.2 km
- + 18 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Kembrey Park Brewers Fayre0.6 km
- New Century Club0.4 km
- The Swiss Chalet0.4 km
- The Tap And Barrel (Pub - Wet Sales)0.9 km
- The Great Western Hotel1.0 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- SW Bed & Breakast0.1 km
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Iceland Foods Ltd0.4 km
- Lidl UK GmbH0.4 km
- B&M Retail Ltd0.7 km
- Tesco Extra0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Swindon1.1 km
Bus Stops
- Gorse Hill North0.1 km
- Argyle Street0.1 km
- Gorse Hill North0.2 km
- St Barnabas Church0.2 km
- St Barnabas Church0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: SN21BF · Data under Open Government Licence