SN1 2DR is a mixed residential area on Broad Street, 0.3km from New Town (Swindon Newtown) in Swindon (Swindon). Administratively it sits within Central ward and the South Swindon constituency.
This is a well-established rental postcode — the subgroup includes many individuals born in africa, and those identifying with the indian ethnic group are more prevalent than elsewhere in the group. there are fewer families with dependent children than elsewhere in the group. rates of christian religious affiliation are the lowest in the group. members of this subgroup are slightly more likely to be private renters. the occupation structure is very similar to the group average, though levels of educational qualification are slightly higher. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a self-employed tradespeople in multicultural metro suburbs zone — ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 36) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 69% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Swindon. Employment levels are high (45% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 95 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: Average house prices are around £212k, down 7.4% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for SN1 2DR are sourced from Output Area E00078272 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BROAD STREET, SN1 2DR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BROAD STREET, SN1 2DR.
540
36
£ 42,500 /yr
61%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SN1 2DR falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
SN1 2DR has a highly multicultural community character — 83% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Moderate crime is broadly expected in a dense, active multicultural neighbourhood. Property prices are trending down 7.4% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SN1 2DR. The average age is 35.8. 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
Terraced
£ 245,000
2 sales · Mean £ 245,000
Semi-Detached
£ 180,000
2 sales · Mean £ 180,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around SN1 2DR is above average at 95 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
Drove Primary School
Holy Rood Catholic Primary School
Holy Cross Catholic Primary School
Gorse Hill Primary School
St Joseph's Catholic College
UTC Swindon
Lainesmead Primary School and Nursery
EOTAS Swindon
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
21 nearby- The Glue Pot0.8 km
- Swindon Bowls Club0.8 km
- Beehive Public House0.9 km
- Meca0.4 km
- The Kop0.7 km
- + 16 more
Restaurant, Cafe
88 nearby- Swindon Heritage Action Zone - Wed Drop-ins @ Bakers For Rai0.9 km
- Bebble Tea Ltd0.7 km
- Big Breakfast Plus0.6 km
- Blues Cafe Bar Ltd0.7 km
- Boom Battle Bar / Wingman / Bunheadz0.8 km
- + 83 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
6 nearby- Angelique Guest House0.4 km
- Swindon Travelodge0.3 km
- Thistle Express Swindon0.3 km
- Ibis Budget Swindon0.6 km
- Stay Belvedere Hotels Ltd (Trading At Holiday Inn Express)0.6 km
- + 1 more
Retailers - Other
85 nearby- Abbys Food Stores0.1 km
- Paradise Deli0.6 km
- Sulaymaniyah Super Market0.2 km
- Zabka Polski Sklep0.1 km
- Balkans Finest Ltd0.7 km
- + 80 more
Takeaway Shop
43 nearby- Yo! To Go!0.6 km
- Best BBQ0.8 km
- PanPizza0.7 km
- Pizza Hut Delivery0.6 km
- Taccs 'n' Dawgs0.6 km
- + 38 more
Supermarkets
10 nearby- The Midcounties Co-operative0.6 km
- Tesco Stores Ltd0.5 km
- Wilko0.4 km
- B&M Retail Ltd0.6 km
- Tesco Extra0.7 km
- + 5 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Swindon0.5 km
Bus Stops
- Corporation Street0.1 km
- Corporation Street0.1 km
- Gladstone Street0.1 km
- Spring Gardens0.2 km
- swimtgm0.2 km
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