Is SN5 0AJ a safe place to live?

Yes, SN5 0AJ is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 4 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of SN5 0AJ?

The population for the SN5 0AJ area is approximately 268 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Wiltshire, South West

WOOD LANE, SN5 0AJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WOOD LANE, SN5 0AJ.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

268

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 55,600 /yr

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Employed

55%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SN5 0AJ 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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10/10

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7/10

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1/10

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10/10

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1/10

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8/10

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1/10

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8/10

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5/10

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Area Character

SN5 0AJ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 47, 85% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

SN5 0AJ is a safe, established residential area on Wood Lane in Wiltshire. Administratively it sits within Royal Wootton Bassett East ward and the North Wiltshire constituency.

For families considering a move, SN5 0AJ represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 85% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 4 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for SN5 0AJ are sourced from Output Area E00163004 (shared with 5 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 SN5 0AJ. The average age is 46.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.4%

Asian / British Asian2.3%

Black / African / Caribbean1.1%

Other / Mixed1.1%

Economic Activity

55%Active

FT: 38%

Unemployed: 0%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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

SN5 0AJ has low crime rates — 4 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 offences2

Anti-social behaviour1

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Swindon10.3 km
Kemble12.8 km
Chippenham17.8 km