Postcode Analysis Swindon, South West

FLORA CLOSE, SN26 8AE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FLORA CLOSE, SN26 8AE.

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

375

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Avg Age

33

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Avg Income

£ 60,500 /yr

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Employed

56%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SN26 8AE 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.

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9/10
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10/10
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10/10
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4/10
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8/10
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1/10
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6/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. SN26 8AE spans multiple life stages — average age 33, moderate ownership and renting. £355k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending down 75.8% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SN26 8AE is a safe, established residential area on Flora Close, 0.7km from St Andrews Ridge in Broad Blunsdon. Administratively it sits within St Andrews ward and the North Swindon constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. During the day, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. The community skews young professional (average age 33) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 34 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £355k, down 75.8% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for SN26 8AE are sourced from Output Area E00177303 (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 SN26 8AE. The average age is 33.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British86.2%
Asian / British Asian6.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed7.4%

Economic Activity

56%Active
FT: 42%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 499,950

9 sales · Mean £ 480,761

Terraced

£ 108,000

3 sales · Mean £ 110,933

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

SN26 8AE has low crime rates — 34 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 offences51
Anti-social behaviour23
Shoplifting15
Public order8
Criminal damage and arson6

school Local Schools

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Abbey Farm Educate Together Primary

0.5 km
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St Leonard's Church of England Primary Academy

Inadequate175 pupils0.9 km
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Bridlewood Primary School

Good1.1 km
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Abbey Meads Community Primary School

Good507 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Best Western Plus Blunsdon House Hotel0.5 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Heart In Hand0.6 km
  • The Jovial Monk0.9 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Co-Op0.7 km
  • Midcounties Co-operative0.4 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Blunsdon Village Shop0.9 km
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Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Monica's Fish Bar0.7 km
  • Curry Choice0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Swindon5.1 km
  • Kemble17.4 km

Bus Stops

  • High Street Top0.2 km
  • Minerva Heights0.2 km
  • Abbey Stadium0.3 km
  • Abbey Stadium0.3 km
  • Lady Lane0.3 km