Postcode Analysis Swindon, South West

FERNDALE ROAD, SN2 1DD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FERNDALE ROAD, SN2 1DD.

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Population

256

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 48,800 /yr

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Employed

60%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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4/10
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2/10
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8/10
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10/10
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10/10
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6/10
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9/10
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4/10
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9/10
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Area Character

SN2 1DD is an established family neighbourhood — 55% owner-occupation and an average age of 37 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 · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SN2 1DD is a safe, established residential area on Ferndale Road, 0.9km from Rodbourne in Swindon (Swindon). Administratively it sits within Rodbourne Cheney ward and the North Swindon constituency.

For families considering a move, SN2 1DD represents a suburban renting area with semi-detached homes and family households. The daytime character shifts — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. The 37 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 55% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 38% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Swindon.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 48 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £220k.

Census 2021 statistics for SN2 1DD are sourced from Output Area E00166502 (shared with 18 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 SN2 1DD. The average age is 36.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British61.8%
Asian / British Asian28.0%
Black / African / Caribbean5.7%
Other / Mixed4.5%

Economic Activity

60%Active
FT: 44%
Unemployed: 2%
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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

Terraced

£ 178,500

11 sales · Mean £ 185,591

Detached

£ 195,000

1 sales · Mean £ 195,000

Semi-Detached

£ 195,000

1 sales · Mean £ 195,000

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

SN2 1DD has low crime rates — 48 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.

Violence and sexual offences81
Anti-social behaviour40
Public order20
Vehicle crime20
Shoplifting16

school Local Schools

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EOTAS Swindon

Good57 pupils0.4 km
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Ferndale Primary School & Nursery

Good490 pupils0.4 km
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St Mary's Catholic Primary School

Good402 pupils0.7 km
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Gorse Hill Primary School

Good444 pupils0.8 km
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Swindon Academy

Good1930 pupils1.1 km
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UTC Swindon

Requires Improvement177 pupils1.2 km
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Crowdys Hill School

Good252 pupils1.5 km
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Drove Primary School

Outstanding729 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

38 nearby
  • Abbys Food Stores0.8 km
  • Paradise Deli0.7 km
  • Sulaymaniyah Super Market0.9 km
  • Zabka Polski Sklep0.8 km
  • Madina Halal Groceries0.9 km
  • + 33 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

28 nearby
  • Yo! To Go!1.0 km
  • Pizza King Chicken0.8 km
  • Super Pizza0.9 km
  • Swindon Kebab House0.9 km
  • Grill Box Takeaway / Tiffin Express0.9 km
  • + 23 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

35 nearby
  • Da Vinci Swindon Ltd1.0 km
  • Aramark Ltd (c/o Biotech & Biolog Sciences Research Council)0.5 km
  • Costa0.6 km
  • Jack Spice1.0 km
  • Korky's Takeaway0.9 km
  • + 30 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

9 nearby
  • The Great Western Hotel0.6 km
  • Cuetopia (Swindon) Ltd1.0 km
  • Waiting Room1.0 km
  • New Century Club0.7 km
  • The Swiss Chalet0.9 km
  • + 4 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Wilko1.0 km
  • Iceland Foods Ltd0.7 km
  • Lidl UK GmbH0.9 km
  • B&M Retail Ltd1.0 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • SW Bed & Breakast0.6 km
  • Ibis Budget Swindon0.9 km
  • Stay Belvedere Hotels Ltd (Trading At Holiday Inn Express)0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Swindon0.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Bradleys Corner0.1 km
  • Bradleys Corner0.1 km
  • North Star Roundabout0.1 km
  • North Star Roundabout0.1 km
  • Ferndale Primary School0.2 km