Postcode Analysis Swindon, South West

SN26 8AD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SN26 8AD.

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Population

296

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 60,500 /yr

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Employed

54%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: 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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9/10
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3/10
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9/10
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4/10
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7/10
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5/10
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5/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 65% owner-occupation and average age 36, SN26 8AD has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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

SN26 8AD is a safe, established residential area located 0.6km from St Andrews Ridge in Broad Blunsdon. Administratively it sits within St Andrews ward and the North Swindon constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse outer suburb with a large South Asian community, settled families. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. The 36 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 65% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 29 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for SN26 8AD are sourced from Output Area E00177333 (shared with 9 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 SN26 8AD. The average age is 36.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British87.6%
Asian / British Asian6.0%
Black / African / Caribbean5.4%
Other / Mixed1.0%

Economic Activity

54%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

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

SN26 8AD has low crime rates — 29 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 offences48
Anti-social behaviour23
Criminal damage and arson8
Public order8
Other crime5

school Local Schools

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Abbey Farm Educate Together Primary

0.6 km
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St Leonard's Church of England Primary Academy

Inadequate175 pupils0.8 km
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Bridlewood Primary School

Good1.2 km
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Abbey Meads Community Primary School

Good507 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Best Western Plus Blunsdon House Hotel0.4 km
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Robins Farm0.9 km
  • The Heart In Hand0.5 km
  • Harvester Swindon0.9 km
  • The Jovial Monk0.8 km
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Co-Op0.6 km
  • Aldi Stores Ltd0.9 km
  • Midcounties Co-operative0.5 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Blunsdon Village Shop0.8 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • David Lloyd Leisure Ltd0.9 km
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Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Monica's Fish Bar0.6 km
  • Curry Choice0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Swindon5.0 km
  • Kemble17.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Minerva Heights0.1 km
  • Lady Lane0.1 km
  • Abbey Stadium0.1 km
  • Abbey Stadium0.2 km
  • High Street Top0.2 km