SN26 7EA is a sought-after residential area on Turnpike Road, 0.6km from Groundwell 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 7EA offers a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. By day, the area transitions to a accessible countryside character: higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. At 49 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 86% 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 29 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £424k, down 47.9% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for SN26 7EA are sourced from Output Area E00078245 (shared with 42 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
TURNPIKE ROAD, SN26 7EA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TURNPIKE ROAD, SN26 7EA.
408
49
£ 60,500 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SN26 7EA 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 7EA — age 49, 86% ownership, 14% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 47.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SN26 7EA. The average age is 48.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 457,500
10 sales · Mean £ 448,500
Semi-Detached
£ 395,000
3 sales · Mean £ 400,000
Terraced
£ 351,500
2 sales · Mean £ 351,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SN26 7EA has low crime rates — 29 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and other theft. 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 Meads Community Primary School
St Luke's Academy
Abbey Farm Educate Together Primary
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Robins Farm0.3 km
- Harvester Swindon0.3 km
- The Jovial Monk0.9 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-Op1.0 km
- Aldi Stores Ltd0.3 km
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Penhill Food And Wine1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Macca's Cafe1.0 km
- Community Enterprise Centre Cafe0.9 km
- David Lloyd Leisure Ltd0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- The Griddle / Chicken Hut1.0 km
- Curry Choice1.0 km
- Monica's Fish Bar1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Swindon4.4 km
- Kemble18.6 km
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Postcode Profile: SN267EA · Data under Open Government Licence