Postcode Analysis Swindon, South West

SN2 1DY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SN2 1DY.

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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 1DY 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 1DY is a safe, established residential area located 1.0km from New Town (Swindon Newtown) in Swindon (Swindon). Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Rodbourne Cheney ward and the North Swindon constituency.

Day-to-day life in SN2 1DY has the character of 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. 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 is moderate at 54 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.

Census 2021 statistics for SN2 1DY 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 1DY. 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.

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

Crime around SN2 1DY is moderate at 54 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 offences86
Anti-social behaviour55
Vehicle crime30
Other theft27
Public order23

school Local Schools

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EOTAS Swindon

Good57 pupils0.4 km
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Ferndale Primary School & Nursery

Good490 pupils0.5 km
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St Mary's Catholic Primary School

Good402 pupils0.8 km
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UTC Swindon

Requires Improvement177 pupils0.9 km
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Gorse Hill Primary School

Good444 pupils0.9 km
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Holy Rood Catholic Primary School

Good398 pupils1.3 km
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Swindon Academy

Good1930 pupils1.3 km
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Drove Primary School

Outstanding729 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Takeaway Shop

39 nearby
  • KFC1.0 km
  • Asmin Pizza & Kebab0.9 km
  • Sinbads Tandoori1.0 km
  • Crosskitchenn0.9 km
  • Lucky Fish Bar1.0 km
  • + 34 more
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Retailers - Other

75 nearby
  • Holland & Barrett1.0 km
  • Abbys Food Stores0.7 km
  • Paradise Deli0.8 km
  • Sulaymaniyah Super Market0.7 km
  • Zabka Polski Sklep0.6 km
  • + 70 more
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Pub, NightClub

10 nearby
  • The Glue Pot0.7 km
  • The Dolphin Hotel1.0 km
  • The Tap And Barrel (Pub - Wet Sales)0.8 km
  • The Great Western Hotel0.4 km
  • Cuetopia (Swindon) Ltd0.7 km
  • + 5 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

78 nearby
  • Costa Ltd (Kiosk)1.0 km
  • Giraffe / Gourmet Burger Kitchebn1.0 km
  • Krispy Kreme UK Ltd - Swindon Box Store1.0 km
  • Patisserie Valerie1.0 km
  • Subway0.9 km
  • + 73 more
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Supermarkets

8 nearby
  • Iceland Frozen Foods Plc0.9 km
  • Marks & Spencer Plc/Hot Food On The Move0.9 km
  • The Midcounties Co-operative0.9 km
  • Tesco Stores Ltd0.8 km
  • Wilko0.7 km
  • + 3 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

5 nearby
  • Ibis Budget Swindon0.6 km
  • Swindon Travelodge0.9 km
  • Thistle Express Swindon0.8 km
  • SW Bed & Breakast0.8 km
  • Stay Belvedere Hotels Ltd (Trading At Holiday Inn Express)0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Swindon0.3 km

Bus Stops

  • New College (North Star Campus)0.1 km
  • New College (North Star Campus)0.1 km
  • North Star Roundabout0.2 km
  • Beatrice Street0.2 km
  • Beatrice Street0.3 km