Postcode Analysis Wiltshire, South West

DOWNS VIEW, SN5 3LZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DOWNS VIEW, SN5 3LZ.

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

399

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 56,500 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SN5 3LZ 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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8/10
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3/10
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8/10
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3/10
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8/10
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1/10
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9/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, SN5 3LZ combines high owner-occupation (86%), strong property values (£303k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £303k 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

SN5 3LZ is a sought-after residential area on Downs View, 0.7km from Lydiard Millicent in Lydiard Millicent. Administratively it sits within Royal Wootton Bassett East ward and the North Wiltshire constituency.

For serious buyers, SN5 3LZ is a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 86% 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 7 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £303k. 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 SN5 3LZ are sourced from Output Area E00163003 (shared with 68 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 3LZ. The average age is 47.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.5%
Asian / British Asian1.0%
Black / African / Caribbean3.0%
Other / Mixed1.5%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 1%
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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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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 311,500

2 sales · Mean £ 311,500

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

SN5 3LZ has low crime rates — 7 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 offences4
Anti-social behaviour2
Other crime1
Other theft1

school Local Schools

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Lydiard Millicent CofE Primary School

Good193 pupils0.9 km
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Lydiard Park Academy

Good1271 pupils1.4 km
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Tregoze Primary School

Good208 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • AR & JR Perrin0.8 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Brookhouse Farm0.8 km
  • The Sun Inn0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Swindon5.0 km
  • Kemble16.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Park Lane0.1 km
  • Holborn0.2 km
  • Holborn0.2 km
  • Walnut Tree Gardens0.2 km
  • Forge Fields0.3 km