SN2 1DF is a safe, established residential area on Ferndale Road, 0.6km from Rodbourne in Swindon (Swindon). Administratively it sits within Rodbourne Cheney ward and the North Swindon constituency.
For families considering a move, SN2 1DF represents a suburban renting area with semi-detached homes and family households. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 38 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 75% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 47 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £201k, up 4.7% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for SN2 1DF are sourced from Output Area E00078802 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FERNDALE ROAD, SN2 1DF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FERNDALE ROAD, SN2 1DF.
323
38
£ 48,800 /yr
55%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. SN2 1DF spans multiple life stages — average age 38, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 4.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SN2 1DF. The average age is 38.4. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 180,000
19 sales · Mean £ 183,392
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SN2 1DF has low crime rates — 47 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
EOTAS Swindon
Ferndale Primary School & Nursery
St Mary's Catholic Primary School
Swindon Academy
UTC Swindon
Even Swindon Primary School
Gorse Hill Primary School
Nova Hreod Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
16 nearby- KFC1.0 km
- Asmin Pizza & Kebab0.7 km
- Sinbads Tandoori0.7 km
- Crosskitchenn0.7 km
- Lucky Fish Bar0.7 km
- + 11 more
Retailers - Other
25 nearby- Brisara Food And Wine1.0 km
- Holland & Barrett1.0 km
- W H Smith Swindon Rail0.8 km
- Haribo1.0 km
- Claire's0.9 km
- + 20 more
Pub, NightClub
9 nearby- The Glue Pot1.0 km
- The Great Western Hotel0.9 km
- The Dolphin Hotel0.8 km
- The Even Swindon Working Mens Club & Institute Ltd0.9 km
- The Manor0.7 km
- + 4 more
Restaurant, Cafe
33 nearby- Costa Ltd (Kiosk)1.0 km
- Krispy Kreme UK Ltd - Swindon Box Store1.0 km
- Made In Bahia1.0 km
- Patisserie Valerie1.0 km
- Starbucks0.9 km
- + 28 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Aldi Stores Ltd0.6 km
- The Midcounties Co-operative0.7 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Ibis Budget Swindon1.0 km
- Stay Belvedere Hotels Ltd (Trading At Holiday Inn Express)1.0 km
- Travelodge Swindon West0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Swindon0.8 km
- Kemble19.7 km
Bus Stops
- Wiltshire Avenue0.1 km
- Wiltshire Avenue0.1 km
- Bessemer Road East0.2 km
- Ferndale Primary School0.3 km
- Ferndale Primary School0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SN21DF · Data under Open Government Licence