Postcode Analysis Swindon, South West

SWALLOWFIELD AVENUE, SN3 1DS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SWALLOWFIELD AVENUE, SN3 1DS.

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Population

369

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 48,700 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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2/10
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10/10
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8/10
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6/10
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9/10
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6/10
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8/10
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8/10
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6/10
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Area Character

SN3 1DS is a mixed residential postcode — average age 41, 85% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Balanced crime and pricing reflect a genuinely average but liveable neighbourhood. Property prices are trending up 15.5% year-on-year.

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

SN3 1DS is a mixed residential area on Swallowfield Avenue, 0.3km from Walcot West in Swindon (Swindon). Administratively it sits within Walcot and Park North ward and the South Swindon constituency.

For families considering a move, SN3 1DS represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. During the day, ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. A balanced community with an average age of 41 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 85% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 34% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Swindon.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 71 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £248k, up 15.5% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for SN3 1DS are sourced from Output Area E00078763 (shared with 8 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 SN3 1DS. The average age is 41.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British66.3%
Asian / British Asian30.7%
Black / African / Caribbean1.1%
Other / Mixed1.9%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 236,500

12 sales · Mean £ 245,958

Terraced

£ 260,000

3 sales · Mean £ 253,333

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

Crime around SN3 1DS is moderate at 71 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 offences155
Anti-social behaviour100
Criminal damage and arson29
Shoplifting27
Other theft18

school Local Schools

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Lawn Manor Academy

Requires Improvement823 pupils0.2 km
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Lainesmead Primary School and Nursery

Good418 pupils0.4 km
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Mountford Manor Primary School

Good213 pupils0.8 km
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Holy Cross Catholic Primary School

Requires Improvement398 pupils0.8 km
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Drove Primary School

Outstanding729 pupils0.9 km
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St Joseph's Catholic College

Good1359 pupils0.9 km
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Holy Rood Catholic Primary School

Good398 pupils1.0 km
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OakTree Nursery and Primary School

Good396 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • Cavendish Grocery Store Ltd0.9 km
  • Old Town Food & Wine1.0 km
  • Macs News0.9 km
  • Queens Drive Service Station0.5 km
  • One Stop Convenience Store1.0 km
  • + 5 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Goddard Arms1.0 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Ian Bowyer Catering0.9 km
  • OK4U Day Centre0.6 km
  • Miller & Carter Swindon0.9 km
  • Subway0.4 km
  • Familia Restaurant Ltd0.4 km
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • The Midcounties Co-operative Foodstore1.0 km
  • The Midcounties Co-operative0.9 km
  • Aldi Stores Ltd0.9 km
  • The Cooperative Foodstore0.4 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Domino's Pizza1.0 km
  • Magic Chippy0.8 km
  • Old Town Kebab House1.0 km
  • St John's Fish Shop0.9 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Queenstown Social Club0.8 km
  • The Merlin0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Swindon2.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Lawn Manor Academy0.1 km
  • Lawn Manor Academy0.1 km
  • Woodside Avenue0.1 km
  • New College0.2 km
  • New College0.2 km