Postcode Analysis Swindon, South West

FERNDALE ROAD, SN2 1DG House Prices & Local Information

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

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

292

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 48,800 /yr

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Employed

53%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SN2 1DG falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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6/10
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3/10
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8/10
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7/10
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8/10
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3/10
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8/10
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7/10
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9/10
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Area Character

SN2 1DG is a mixed residential postcode — average age 42, 80% 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.

home £222,500 median price shield Safety 6/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SN2 1DG is a safe, established residential area on Ferndale Road, 0.5km from Rodbourne in Swindon (Swindon). Administratively it sits within Mannington and Western ward and the North Swindon constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a classic working-class terrace area — densely packed streets, low ethnic diversity. 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 42) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 80% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 29 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £222k.

Census 2021 statistics for SN2 1DG are sourced from Output Area E00078803 (shared with 5 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 1DG. The average age is 42.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British80.5%
Asian / British Asian15.4%
Black / African / Caribbean1.0%
Other / Mixed3.1%

Economic Activity

53%Active
FT: 37%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 195,000

5 sales · Mean £ 197,000

Flat

£ 94,250

1 sales · Mean £ 94,250

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

SN2 1DG has low crime rates — 29 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 offences52
Anti-social behaviour24
Public order12
Criminal damage and arson10
Vehicle crime9

school Local Schools

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EOTAS Swindon

Good57 pupils0.3 km
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Ferndale Primary School & Nursery

Good490 pupils0.3 km
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St Mary's Catholic Primary School

Good402 pupils0.4 km
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Even Swindon Primary School

Good684 pupils1.0 km
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UTC Swindon

Requires Improvement177 pupils1.1 km
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Swindon Academy

Good1930 pupils1.1 km
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Nova Hreod Academy

Good898 pupils1.2 km
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Moredon Primary School

Good439 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

24 nearby
  • W H Smith Swindon Rail1.0 km
  • Brisara Food And Wine0.9 km
  • Holland & Barrett0.9 km
  • Whittard Of Chelsea Plc0.3 km
  • Baileys Corner0.3 km
  • + 19 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

29 nearby
  • Aramark Ltd (c/o Biotech & Biolog Sciences Research Council)0.9 km
  • Pumpkin1.0 km
  • Costa Ltd (Kiosk)0.9 km
  • Krispy Kreme UK Ltd - Swindon Box Store0.9 km
  • Made In Bahia0.9 km
  • + 24 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

15 nearby
  • KFC0.9 km
  • Asmin Pizza & Kebab0.6 km
  • Sinbads Tandoori0.6 km
  • Swindon Fish Bar0.5 km
  • The Lunch Box0.5 km
  • + 10 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Aldi Stores Ltd0.5 km
  • Home Bargains0.9 km
  • The Food Warehouse0.9 km
  • The Midcounties Co-operative0.6 km
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Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • The Manor0.5 km
  • The North Swindon Club0.4 km
  • The Dolphin Hotel0.7 km
  • The Even Swindon Working Mens Club & Institute Ltd0.7 km
  • Gas Sports & Social Club0.9 km
  • + 1 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Travelodge Swindon West0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Swindon1.0 km
  • Kemble19.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Wiltshire Avenue0.2 km
  • Wiltshire Avenue0.2 km
  • Scarborough Road0.3 km
  • Scarborough Road0.3 km
  • Bessemer Road East0.3 km