Postcode Analysis Wiltshire, South West

ORCHARD GARDENS, SN5 4EJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ORCHARD GARDENS, SN5 4EJ.

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Population

316

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Avg Age

53

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Avg Income

£ 56,500 /yr

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Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SN5 4EJ 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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6/10
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9/10
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2/10
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8/10
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1/10
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9/10
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2/10
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10/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, SN5 4EJ combines high owner-occupation (98%), strong property values (£447k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £447k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.

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

SN5 4EJ is a sought-after residential area on Orchard Gardens, 0.1km from Dogridge in Purton. Administratively it sits within Purton ward and the North Wiltshire constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in SN5, SN5 4EJ offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 53 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 98% 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 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £447k. 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 4EJ are sourced from Output Area E00162974 (shared with 21 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 4EJ. The average age is 53.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.4%
Asian / British Asian0.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.9%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 0%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 425,000

5 sales · Mean £ 420,500

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-12)

SN5 4EJ has low crime rates — 12 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 offences17
Anti-social behaviour4
Other theft4
Criminal damage and arson4
Public order2

school Local Schools

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Bradon Forest School

Good915 pupils0.9 km
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St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Purton

Good348 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • One Stop Community Stores0.3 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Royal George0.2 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • PIPS, Purton Community Cafe0.8 km
  • Spice Express0.3 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Purton Pizza &Grill0.3 km
  • Purton Thai0.3 km
  • The Four Seasons0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Swindon7.1 km
  • Kemble14.0 km

Bus Stops

  • The Royal George0.2 km
  • The Royal George0.2 km
  • Restrop View0.2 km
  • Highridge Close0.2 km
  • Highridge Close0.3 km