Is SN26 8BX a safe place to live?

Yes, SN26 8BX is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 36 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in SN26 8BX?

The average property price in SN26 8BX is currently around £713k.

What is the population of SN26 8BX?

The population for the SN26 8BX area is approximately 375 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Swindon, South West

UPPER WIDHILL LANE, SN26 8BX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for UPPER WIDHILL LANE, SN26 8BX.

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Population

375

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 60,500 /yr

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Employed

56%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SN26 8BX 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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9/10

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10/10

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1/10

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10/10

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4/10

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8/10

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1/10

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6/10

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3/10

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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. SN26 8BX's low deprivation rank, 68% ownership, and £713k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £713k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SN26 8BX is a safe, established residential area on Upper Widhill Lane, 0.9km from Lower Village in Broad Blunsdon. Administratively it sits within St Andrews ward and the North Swindon constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. During the day, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. The community skews young professional (average age 33) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 36 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £713k.

Census 2021 statistics for SN26 8BX are sourced from Output Area E00177303 (shared with 18 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 8BX. The average age is 33.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British86.2%

Asian / British Asian6.3%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed7.4%

Economic Activity

56%Active

FT: 42%

Unemployed: 1%

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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 675,000

3 sales · Mean £ 583,666

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

SN26 8BX has low crime rates — 36 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 offences37

Anti-social behaviour16

Shoplifting15

Criminal damage and arson6

Public order3

school Local Schools

Abbey Farm Educate Together Primary

0.5 km

St Leonard's Church of England Primary Academy

Inadequate175 pupils1.1 km

Bridlewood Primary School

Good1.2 km

Great Western Academy

Good709 pupils1.5 km

William Morris Primary School

207 pupils1.5 km

Churchward School

Good82 pupils1.5 km

Abbey Meads Community Primary School

Good507 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby

Best Western Plus Blunsdon House Hotel0.6 km

local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

The Heart In Hand0.8 km

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Supermarkets

2 nearby

Co-Op1.0 km
Midcounties Co-operative0.4 km

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby

Monica's Fish Bar1.0 km
Curry Choice1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Swindon5.4 km
Kemble17.1 km

Bus Stops

High Street Top0.4 km
Minerva Heights0.5 km