SN5 8AR is a mixed residential area on Shelfinch, 0.4km from Mannington in Swindon (Swindon). Administratively it sits within Mannington and Western ward and the South Swindon constituency.
For families considering a move, SN5 8AR represents a diverse suburb with younger adults and first-time buyers, good starter homes. Outside of residential hours, urban high streets with mixed ethnicity and businesses. At 38 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 64% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 90 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: With prices averaging £180k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 13.9% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for SN5 8AR are sourced from Output Area E00078726 (shared with 3 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SHELFINCH, SN5 8AR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SHELFINCH, SN5 8AR.
312
38
£ 43,700 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SN5 8AR falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. SN5 8AR's 64% ownership and 38-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters. Property prices are trending down 13.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SN5 8AR. The average age is 38.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 169,000
8 sales · Mean £ 172,375
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around SN5 8AR is above average at 90 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Hazelwood Academy
Westlea Primary School
Kingfisher CE Academy
The Deanery CE Academy
Oliver Tomkins Church of England Infant and Nursery School
Oliver Tomkins Church of England Junior School
Millbrook Primary School
Robert Le Kyng Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Windmill0.2 km
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Tesco Stores Ltd0.3 km
- Marks & Spencer0.9 km
- Asda Stores Ltd1.0 km
- B & M Retail Ltd0.7 km
- Sainsbury Supermarkets0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- New Toothill Chinese Kitchen0.3 km
- KFC0.7 km
- Britz Fish And Chips1.0 km
- Sushi Gourmet (C/o Sainsbury's Bridgemead)0.7 km
- Panku (Within Asda)1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Toothill Community Centre - Age UK Wiltshire0.3 km
- Flip Burger Swindon0.7 km
- Cafe Maxx0.3 km
- GXO Iceland 2 (Staff Canteen)0.7 km
- Sainsbury Supermarket Public Restaurant0.7 km
- + 2 more
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Yunus Catering Ltd0.6 km
- TK Maxx0.3 km
- Eggfree Cakebox Swindon West Asda Kiosk1.0 km
- Ashington Way Pharmacy0.8 km
- Argos (inside Sainsburys)0.7 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Campanile Swindon0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Swindon2.6 km
- Kemble19.8 km
Bus Stops
- Warneford Close0.2 km
- Stratford Close0.2 km
- Village Tavern0.3 km
- Village Tavern0.3 km
- Mannington Bus Link0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SN58AR · Data under Open Government Licence