Postcode Analysis Swindon, South West

VOLPE CLOSE, SN5 6BS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for VOLPE CLOSE, SN5 6BS.

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Population

233

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 54,900 /yr

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Employed

50%

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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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5/10
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9/10
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5/10
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10/10
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5/10
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7/10
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7/10
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8/10
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4/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. SN5 6BS's low deprivation rank, 87% ownership, and £320k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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

SN5 6BS is a sought-after residential area on Volpe Close, 0.7km from Freshbrook in Swindon (Swindon). Administratively it sits within Lydiard and Freshbrook ward and the South Swindon constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in SN5, SN5 6BS offers a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. At 43 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 87% 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 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £320k. 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 6BS are sourced from Output Area E00078397 (shared with 4 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 SN5 6BS. The average age is 42.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British91.7%
Asian / British Asian3.1%
Black / African / Caribbean1.7%
Other / Mixed3.5%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 40%
Unemployed: 0%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 290,000

2 sales · Mean £ 290,000

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

SN5 6BS has low crime rates — 21 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 offences23
Anti-social behaviour11
Public order6
Criminal damage and arson5
Other theft4

school Local Schools

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Lydiard Park Academy

Good1271 pupils0.6 km
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Tregoze Primary School

Good208 pupils0.9 km
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Millbrook Primary School

Good329 pupils1.0 km
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Oliver Tomkins Church of England Junior School

Good206 pupils1.1 km
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Oliver Tomkins Church of England Infant and Nursery School

Good172 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Lydiard Hotel & Conference0.9 km
  • Doubletree by Hilton Hotel Swindon0.8 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

9 nearby
  • Forest Cafe0.9 km
  • Swindon Borough Council Catering0.9 km
  • Baxter Storey (c/o BNP Swindon)0.4 km
  • Baxter Storey Ltd (c/o RWE)0.5 km
  • Aramark0.6 km
  • + 4 more
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Highworth Town Football Club0.7 km
  • The Lydiard Inn0.6 km
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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Man Truck & Bus UK0.9 km
  • Londis0.6 km
  • Facechoice Ltd0.6 km
  • Lydiard Turkeys0.6 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco Express0.6 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Greggs0.6 km
  • Subway0.6 km
  • The Grill & Fish Bar0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Swindon4.5 km
  • Kemble18.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Windmill Hill Estate Office0.3 km
  • Arval0.3 km
  • Windmill Hill Subway0.4 km
  • Windmill Hill Subway0.4 km
  • Trigonos0.4 km