Postcode Analysis Swindon, South West

BANKSIDE, SN1 4JZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BANKSIDE, SN1 4JZ.

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Population

332

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 56,600 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SN1 4JZ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. 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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6/10
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10/10
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8/10
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8/10
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4/10
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9/10
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5/10
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10/10
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7/10
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Area Character

SN1 4JZ is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £312k, 95% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 34.3% year-on-year.

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

SN1 4JZ is a sought-after residential area on Bankside, 0.7km from King's Hill in Swindon (Swindon). Administratively it sits within Old Town ward and the South Swindon constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in SN1, SN1 4JZ offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 95% 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 49 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £312k, up 34.3% year-on-year. 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 SN1 4JZ are sourced from Output Area E00078559 (shared with 7 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 SN1 4JZ. The average age is 47.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.1%
Asian / British Asian3.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.9%
Other / Mixed2.4%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 39%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 275,000

13 sales · Mean £ 279,730

Detached

£ 338,000

5 sales · Mean £ 379,100

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

SN1 4JZ has low crime rates — 49 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 offences70
Anti-social behaviour34
Vehicle crime20
Criminal damage and arson16
Public order12

school Local Schools

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Robert Le Kyng Primary School

Good0.6 km
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The Deanery CE Academy

549 pupils0.9 km
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Kingfisher CE Academy

31 pupils0.9 km
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The Commonweal School

Good1408 pupils1.0 km
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East Wichel Primary School & Nursery

Outstanding412 pupils1.1 km
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UTC Swindon

Requires Improvement177 pupils1.2 km
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King William Street Church of England Primary School

Good196 pupils1.5 km
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Hazelwood Academy

Good240 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

11 nearby
  • Yunus Catering Ltd0.5 km
  • Birch Street Mini Market0.8 km
  • Cambria Bridge Convenience Store0.9 km
  • Kingshill Service Station0.4 km
  • The Range0.7 km
  • + 6 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • Flip Burger Swindon0.5 km
  • Cafe Maxx0.9 km
  • Greek Olive Tree Ltd0.9 km
  • GXO Iceland 2 (Staff Canteen)0.8 km
  • Sainsbury Supermarket Public Restaurant1.0 km
  • + 2 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • Clifton Hotel0.8 km
  • West End Bowls Club0.4 km
  • The Greyhound (Swindon) Ltd0.9 km
  • Hall & Woodhouse At Witchelstowe0.9 km
  • Westcott Place WMC0.7 km
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • B & M Retail Ltd1.0 km
  • Sainsbury Supermarkets1.0 km
  • Lidl1.0 km
  • Waitrose Ltd0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Sushi Gourmet (C/o Sainsbury's Bridgemead)1.0 km
  • Britannia Kebab - Fish & Chips0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Swindon1.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Tithe Barn Crescent0.1 km
  • Tithe Barn Crescent0.2 km
  • St Helens View0.2 km
  • Gold View0.3 km
  • Juno Way0.4 km