SN3 1AR is a mixed residential area located 0.5km from Swindon in Swindon (Swindon). Administratively it sits within Central ward and the South Swindon constituency.
For families considering a move, SN3 1AR represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. By day, the area transitions to a large scale education character: large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. An average age of 38 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 77% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 43% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Swindon.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 59 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.
Census 2021 statistics for SN3 1AR are sourced from Output Area E00078263 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SN3 1AR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SN3 1AR.
459
38
£ 48,700 /yr
56%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: 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 SN3 1AR — age 38, 77% ownership, 20% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Young average age (38) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SN3 1AR. The average age is 38.5. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around SN3 1AR is moderate at 59 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
Holy Cross Catholic Primary School
Drove Primary School
St Joseph's Catholic College
Lainesmead Primary School and Nursery
Mountford Manor Primary School
Holy Rood Catholic Primary School
Lawn Manor Academy
Gorse Hill Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
26 nearby- India Bazzar Super Market0.6 km
- Madina Halal Groceries0.7 km
- VK Food & Wine0.6 km
- Macs News0.9 km
- Queens Drive Service Station0.4 km
- + 21 more
Restaurant, Cafe
23 nearby- The Sandwich People0.8 km
- Chennai Dosa1.0 km
- Fratello's1.0 km
- Gurkha Swindon1.0 km
- HQ Hospitality Ltd (c/o Wyvern Theatre)1.0 km
- + 18 more
Takeaway Shop
19 nearby- Pizza King Chicken0.8 km
- Swindon Kebab House0.7 km
- Swindon Town Football Club Kiosk0.2 km
- Best BBQ1.0 km
- Pizza Hut Delivery0.9 km
- + 14 more
Pub, NightClub
10 nearby- Meca0.9 km
- The Kop1.0 km
- Queenstown Social Club0.2 km
- The Merlin0.6 km
- County Ground Hotel0.3 km
- + 5 more
Supermarkets
6 nearby- The Midcounties Co-operative0.7 km
- B&M Retail Ltd0.7 km
- Tesco Extra0.6 km
- Aldi Stores Ltd0.3 km
- The Cooperative Foodstore0.5 km
- + 1 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Swindon Travelodge0.8 km
- Thistle Express Swindon1.0 km
- Angelique Guest House0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Swindon1.3 km
Bus Stops
- Ambulance Station0.1 km
- Ambulance Station0.1 km
- Russell Walk0.3 km
- Russell Walk0.3 km
- Fire Station0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SN31AR · Data under Open Government Licence