SN26 7BG is a safe, established residential area on Malthouse Close, 0.5km from Broad Blunsdon in Broad Blunsdon. Administratively it sits within Blunsdon and Highworth ward and the North Swindon constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in SN26, SN26 7BG offers a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. By day, the area transitions to a accessible countryside character: higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. At 48 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 92% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £309k.
Census 2021 statistics for SN26 7BG are sourced from Output Area E00078247 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MALTHOUSE CLOSE, SN26 7BG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MALTHOUSE CLOSE, SN26 7BG.
285
48
£ 60,500 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SN26 7BG is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates SN26 7BG — age 48, 92% ownership, 7% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. 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 SN26 7BG. The average age is 47.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 286,500
8 sales · Mean £ 284,437
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SN26 7BG has low crime rates — 15 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
St Leonard's Church of England Primary Academy
Abbey Farm Educate Together Primary
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Best Western Plus Blunsdon House Hotel0.4 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Heart In Hand0.3 km
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Blunsdon Village Shop0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Swindon5.6 km
- Kemble17.9 km
Bus Stops
- Holdcroft Close0.2 km
- Holdcroft Close0.2 km
- Heart in Hand0.2 km
- Sams Lane Bottom0.3 km
- Heart in Hand0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SN267BG · Data under Open Government Licence