SN5 6HW is a sought-after residential area on Gower Close, 0.7km from Freshbrook in Swindon (Swindon). Administratively it sits within Lydiard and Freshbrook ward and the South Swindon constituency.
For serious buyers, SN5 6HW is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 36) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 84% 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 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 6HW are sourced from Output Area E00078386 (shared with 32 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GOWER CLOSE, SN5 6HW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GOWER CLOSE, SN5 6HW.
531
36
£ 54,900 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SN5 6HW 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.
Area Character
SN5 6HW is a premium owner-occupier postcode — 84% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SN5 6HW. The average age is 36.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SN5 6HW has low crime rates — 15 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
Lydiard Park Academy
Tregoze Primary School
Oliver Tomkins Church of England Junior School
Oliver Tomkins Church of England Infant and Nursery School
Millbrook Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Facechoice Ltd0.9 km
- Londis1.0 km
- Lydiard Turkeys0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- The Grill & Fish Bar0.9 km
- Greggs1.0 km
- Subway1.0 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Lydiard Hotel & Conference0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Forest Cafe0.5 km
- Swindon Borough Council Catering0.5 km
- Baxter Storey (c/o BNP Swindon)0.7 km
- Baxter Storey Ltd (c/o RWE)1.0 km
- Aramark1.0 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Lydiard Inn1.0 km
- Highworth Town Football Club0.8 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco Express0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Swindon4.4 km
- Kemble18.0 km
Bus Stops
- Eworth Close0.3 km
- Eworth Close0.3 km
- Hampton Drive0.4 km
- Hampton Drive0.4 km
- Bradenham Road0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: SN56HW · Data under Open Government Licence