SN3 1AX is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Queens Drive, 0.4km from Lawn in Swindon (Swindon). Administratively it sits within Liden, Eldene and Park South ward and the South Swindon constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, SN3 1AX is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The 36 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 49% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 31% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Swindon.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 46 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £219k. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for SN3 1AX are sourced from Output Area E00078597 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
QUEENS DRIVE, SN3 1AX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for QUEENS DRIVE, SN3 1AX.
287
36
£ 38,000 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SN3 1AX falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
SN3 1AX has a significant social housing presence — 49% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SN3 1AX. The average age is 35.9. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 188,500
4 sales · Mean £ 190,750
Terraced
£ 200,000
3 sales · Mean £ 199,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SN3 1AX has low crime rates — 46 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
Lawn Primary and Nursery School
OakTree Nursery and Primary School
Lawn Manor Academy
Goddard Park Community Primary School
Lainesmead Primary School and Nursery
The Croft Primary School
Eldene Nursery and Primary School
Lethbridge Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Cavendish Grocery Store Ltd0.6 km
- One Stop Convenience Store0.4 km
- The Liquor Store0.4 km
- SKN Private Limited (Shell Garage Service Station)0.7 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy Ltd0.6 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- The Midcounties Co-operative0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- St John's Fish Shop0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Familia Restaurant Ltd0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Swindon2.8 km
Bus Stops
- Berrington Road0.1 km
- Berrington Road0.1 km
- Cambridge Close0.2 km
- Cambridge Close0.2 km
- Trentham Close0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: SN31AX · Data under Open Government Licence