SN1 2QX is a mixed residential area on Farriers Close, 0.4km from Gorse Hill in Swindon (Swindon). Administratively it sits within Central ward and the South Swindon constituency.
This is a well-established rental postcode — members of this subgroup have a higher probability than other subgroups of being born in the eu, and of holding degree level qualifications. neighbourhood populations are relatively young, with low proportions above normal retirement age, and have the lowest levels of long-term disability in the group. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 41) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 46% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 34% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Swindon. Employment levels are high (51% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 56 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £119k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for SN1 2QX are sourced from Output Area E00078261 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FARRIERS CLOSE, SN1 2QX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FARRIERS CLOSE, SN1 2QX.
229
41
£ 48,700 /yr
70%
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
SN1 2QX is a mixed residential postcode — average age 41, 49% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Balanced crime and pricing reflect a genuinely average but liveable neighbourhood.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SN1 2QX. The average age is 40.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 107,250
10 sales · Mean £ 110,349
Terraced
£ 116,500
3 sales · Mean £ 125,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around SN1 2QX is moderate at 56 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
St Joseph's Catholic College
Gorse Hill Primary School
Holy Cross Catholic Primary School
Mountford Manor Primary School
Drove Primary School
Lainesmead Primary School and Nursery
Crowdys Hill School
Holy Rood Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
36 nearby- India Bazzar Super Market0.9 km
- Madina Halal Groceries0.9 km
- VK Food & Wine0.8 km
- Applegreen Oasis Service Station0.9 km
- F & A Continental0.7 km
- + 31 more
Takeaway Shop
24 nearby- Pizza King Chicken1.0 km
- Swindon Kebab House0.8 km
- Swindon Town Football Club Kiosk0.6 km
- Beijing Chef0.7 km
- Caprinos Pizza0.6 km
- + 19 more
Restaurant, Cafe
23 nearby- Costa Ltd0.9 km
- Frankie & Benny's0.8 km
- McDonalds0.9 km
- Pizza Hut UK Ltd0.9 km
- Shalom Kitchen0.7 km
- + 18 more
Supermarkets
6 nearby- B&M Retail Ltd0.5 km
- Tesco Extra0.3 km
- Aldi Stores Ltd1.0 km
- Iceland Foods Ltd0.7 km
- Lidl UK GmbH0.5 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- Queenstown Social Club0.9 km
- Lloyd's No. 1 Dockle Farmhouse0.9 km
- New Century Club0.6 km
- The Swiss Chalet0.5 km
- County Ground Hotel0.8 km
- + 3 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- SW Bed & Breakast0.9 km
- Angelique Guest House0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Swindon1.4 km
Bus Stops
- Farriers Close0.1 km
- Farriers Close0.2 km
- Brsa Club0.3 km
- Brsa Club0.3 km
- Wickes0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SN12QX · Data under Open Government Licence