SN5 5RZ is a sought-after residential area on Shetland Close, 0.3km from Ramleaze in Swindon (Swindon). Administratively it sits within Shaw ward and the South Swindon constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in SN5, SN5 5RZ offers a high-density urban area of young, single, transient residents. An average age of 36 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 71% 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 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £242k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for SN5 5RZ are sourced from Output Area E00078709 (shared with 20 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SHETLAND CLOSE, SN5 5RZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SHETLAND CLOSE, SN5 5RZ.
319
36
£ 56,400 /yr
55%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, SN5 5RZ combines high owner-occupation (71%), strong property values (£242k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SN5 5RZ. The average age is 35.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 250,000
1 sales · Mean £ 250,000
Semi-Detached
£ 210,000
6 sales · Mean £ 207,666
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SN5 5RZ has low crime rates — 24 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Shaw Ridge Primary School
Brook Field Primary School
Tregoze Primary School
Westlea Primary School
Lydiard Park Academy
Oliver Tomkins Church of England Infant and Nursery School
Oliver Tomkins Church of England Junior School
Peatmoor Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Nine Elms Pub0.7 km
- Brookhouse Farm0.8 km
- The Village Inn0.3 km
- The Harvey0.9 km
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Shell Mead Way0.7 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy0.3 km
- 24 Hr Gym0.9 km
- Eggfree Cakebox Swindon West Asda Kiosk0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Tenpin Ltd0.6 km
- Forest Cafe1.0 km
- Pizza Hut0.6 km
- Swindon Borough Council Catering1.0 km
- The Raj0.6 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Aldi Stores Ltd0.7 km
- Tesco Express0.3 km
- Asda Stores Ltd0.9 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Lydiard Hotel & Conference1.0 km
- Village Hotel0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Shaw Kebab House0.3 km
- Panku (Within Asda)0.9 km
- Domino's Pizza0.9 km
- Britz Fish And Chips0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Swindon3.4 km
- Kemble17.9 km
Bus Stops
- Charolais Drive0.1 km
- Charolais Drive0.1 km
- Orkney Close0.1 km
- Orkney Close0.2 km
- Village Inn0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: SN55RZ · Data under Open Government Licence