Postcode Analysis Swindon, South West

BISHOPDALE CLOSE, SN5 5UZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BISHOPDALE CLOSE, SN5 5UZ.

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Population

247

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 56,400 /yr

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Employed

65%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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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.

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9/10
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5/10
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10/10
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6/10
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8/10
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6/10
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5/10
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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.

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

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.

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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

White / British86.1%
Asian / British Asian7.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.8%
Other / Mixed6.1%

Economic Activity

65%Active
FT: 50%
Unemployed: 3%
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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.

Violence and sexual offences22
Anti-social behaviour8
Criminal damage and arson7
Burglary4
Public order2

school Local Schools

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Brook Field Primary School

Good415 pupils0.4 km
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Peatmoor Community Primary School

Good202 pupils0.7 km
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Ridgeway Farm CofE Academy

Good208 pupils0.9 km
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Shaw Ridge Primary School

Good436 pupils1.1 km
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Tregoze Primary School

Good208 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • The Nine Elms Pub0.4 km
  • Brookhouse Farm0.8 km
  • The Village Inn0.5 km
  • Woodlands Edge0.6 km
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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Lloyds Pharmacy0.5 km
  • 24 Hr Gym0.5 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Tesco Express0.5 km
  • Midcounties Co-operative0.6 km
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Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Shaw Kebab House0.5 km
  • Lee's Chinese Takeaway0.6 km
  • Roughmoor Fish & Chip Shop0.6 km
restaurant

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