SN5 5UZ is a sought-after residential area on Bishopdale Close, 0.5km from Nine Elms in Swindon (Swindon). Administratively it sits within Shaw ward and the South Swindon constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in SN5, SN5 5UZ offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. An average age of 40 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 67% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. Employment levels are high (50% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £350k, up 0.6% year-on-year. 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 5UZ are sourced from Output Area E00078700 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BISHOPDALE CLOSE, SN5 5UZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BISHOPDALE CLOSE, SN5 5UZ.
247
40
£ 56,400 /yr
65%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SN5 5UZ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, SN5 5UZ combines high owner-occupation (67%), strong property values (£350k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SN5 5UZ. The average age is 40.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 305,000
7 sales · Mean £ 307,500
Detached
£ 270,750
2 sales · Mean £ 270,750
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SN5 5UZ 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.
school Local Schools
Brook Field Primary School
Peatmoor Community Primary School
Ridgeway Farm CofE Academy
Shaw Ridge Primary School
Tregoze Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Nine Elms Pub0.4 km
- Brookhouse Farm0.8 km
- The Village Inn0.5 km
- Woodlands Edge0.6 km
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Lloyds Pharmacy0.5 km
- 24 Hr Gym0.5 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Tesco Express0.5 km
- Midcounties Co-operative0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Shaw Kebab House0.5 km
- Lee's Chinese Takeaway0.6 km
- Roughmoor Fish & Chip Shop0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Bengal Square0.6 km
- Mantra0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Swindon3.7 km
- Kemble17.2 km
Bus Stops
- Bishopdale Close0.2 km
- Bishopdale Close0.2 km
- Standings Close0.2 km
- Standings Close0.2 km
- Braybrooke Close0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SN55UZ · Data under Open Government Licence