SN1 5QH is an active urban area on Whitney Street, 0.5km from New Town (Swindon Newtown) in Swindon (Swindon). Administratively it sits within Eastcott ward and the South Swindon constituency.
For renters and young professionals, SN1 5QH offers 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. By day, the area transitions to a metro suburban distribution industries character: ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. With residents averaging 33 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused. 65% 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.
Safety: Crime rates are high (178 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures. Property: With prices averaging £157k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 21.7% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for SN1 5QH are sourced from Output Area E00078362 (shared with 33 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WHITNEY STREET, SN1 5QH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WHITNEY STREET, SN1 5QH.
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£ 50,500 /yr
57%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SN1 5QH 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
Cultural diversity defines SN1 5QH — 55% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Crime is above average; much reflects high urban footfall rather than community risk. Property prices are trending up 21.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SN1 5QH. The average age is 33.2. 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
£ 170,000
13 sales · Mean £ 168,653
Flat
£ 104,000
2 sales · Mean £ 104,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime rates near SN1 5QH are high at 178 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
Holy Rood Catholic Primary School
King William Street Church of England Primary School
UTC Swindon
Drove Primary School
Robert Le Kyng Primary School
Lethbridge Primary School
The Commonweal School
Lainesmead Primary School and Nursery
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
107 nearby- Da Vinci Swindon Ltd0.5 km
- Aramark Ltd (c/o Biotech & Biolog Sciences Research Council)1.0 km
- Boswells Cafe & Takeaway0.3 km
- Costa0.8 km
- Jack Spice0.5 km
- + 102 more
Supermarkets
7 nearby- Tesco Stores Ltd0.4 km
- Wilko0.5 km
- The Midcounties Co-operative Foodstore1.0 km
- The Midcounties Co-operative0.5 km
- Aldi Stores Ltd0.9 km
- + 2 more
Retailers - Other
87 nearby- Asafo Market0.6 km
- Claire's0.3 km
- HMV UK Ltd0.3 km
- India Bazzar Super Market0.8 km
- Londis Convenience Store0.5 km
- + 82 more
Pub, NightClub
36 nearby- The Great Western Hotel0.9 km
- The Glue Pot0.7 km
- High Street Club Ltd0.9 km
- Hop Kettle Tap & Brew0.9 km
- Swindon Conservative Club0.6 km
- + 31 more
Takeaway Shop
39 nearby- Pizza King Chicken0.9 km
- Super Pizza0.6 km
- Swindon Kebab House1.0 km
- Bert's Books0.9 km
- Chicken Cottage Swindon0.7 km
- + 34 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
7 nearby- Goddard Arms1.0 km
- The Kings Arms0.8 km
- Stay Belvedere Hotels Ltd (Trading At Holiday Inn Express)0.6 km
- Swindon Travelodge0.5 km
- Thistle Express Swindon0.5 km
- + 2 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Swindon0.8 km
Bus Stops
- Commercial Road0.1 km
- Regent Circus0.2 km
- Regent Circus0.2 km
- Regent Circus0.2 km
- Princes Street0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SN15QH · Data under Open Government Licence