Postcode Analysis Swindon, South West

WATERDOWN CLOSE, SN25 1FB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WATERDOWN CLOSE, SN25 1FB.

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Population

382

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 56,800 /yr

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Employed

57%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SN25 1FB 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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8/10
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10/10
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4/10
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9/10
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9/10
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4/10
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10/10
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8/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. SN25 1FB's low deprivation rank, 96% ownership, and £313k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £313k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

SN25 1FB is a sought-after residential area on Waterdown Close, 1.2km from Haydon Wick in Swindon (Swindon). Administratively it sits within Priory Vale ward and the North Swindon constituency.

For serious buyers, SN25 1FB is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. A balanced community with an average age of 41 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 96% 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 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £313k. 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 SN25 1FB are sourced from Output Area E00078537 (shared with 12 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 SN25 1FB. The average age is 41.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British91.6%
Asian / British Asian5.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed2.3%

Economic Activity

57%Active
FT: 39%
Unemployed: 2%
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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

£ 313,000

7 sales · Mean £ 306,571

Semi-Detached

£ 232,500

2 sales · Mean £ 232,500

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

SN25 1FB has low crime rates — 13 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences23
Other theft7
Anti-social behaviour6
Criminal damage and arson4
Public order4

school Local Schools

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St Francis CofE Primary School

Outstanding454 pupils0.5 km
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Haydonleigh Primary School

Good602 pupils1.1 km
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Orchid Vale Primary School

Inadequate422 pupils1.1 km
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Haydon Wick Primary School

Outstanding276 pupils1.1 km
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Ridgeway Farm CofE Academy

Good208 pupils1.4 km
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Peatmoor Community Primary School

Good202 pupils1.5 km
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Oakhurst Community Primary School

Good475 pupils1.5 km
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Moredon Primary School

Good439 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Juniper Stores0.4 km
  • Taw Hill Pharmacy0.5 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Tawny Owl0.3 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Midcounties Co-operative0.5 km
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Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Domino's Pizza0.5 km
  • Happy Cod0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Swindon3.8 km
  • Kemble16.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Tawny Owl0.1 km
  • Tawny Owl0.1 km
  • Galloway Road0.2 km
  • Galloway Road0.3 km
  • Wood Hall Bridge0.4 km