Postcode Analysis Swindon, South West

NEWBURY DRIVE, SN5 8PA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NEWBURY DRIVE, SN5 8PA.

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Population

302

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 43,700 /yr

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Employed

55%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: 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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10/10
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3/10
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10/10
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8/10
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7/10
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Area Character

SN5 8PA is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £221k, 82% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. 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 8PA is a sought-after residential area on Newbury Drive, 0.9km from Blagrove in Swindon (Swindon). Administratively it sits within Lydiard and Freshbrook ward and the South Swindon constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in SN5, SN5 8PA offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — manufacturing, transport, and it with higher status mix. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 82% 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: Average house prices are around £221k. 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 8PA are sourced from Output Area E00078406 (shared with 455 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 8PA. The average age is 41.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British82.6%
Asian / British Asian11.2%
Black / African / Caribbean1.6%
Other / Mixed4.6%

Economic Activity

55%Active
FT: 42%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 195,000

13 sales · Mean £ 197,115

Terraced

£ 175,500

2 sales · Mean £ 175,500

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

SN5 8PA 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 offences18
Anti-social behaviour6
Other theft6
Criminal damage and arson3
Drugs2

school Local Schools

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Millbrook Primary School

Good329 pupils0.3 km
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Hazelwood Academy

Good240 pupils0.8 km
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Oliver Tomkins Church of England Junior School

Good206 pupils0.9 km
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Oliver Tomkins Church of England Infant and Nursery School

Good172 pupils0.9 km
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Lydiard Park Academy

Good1271 pupils1.5 km
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Kingfisher CE Academy

31 pupils1.5 km
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The Deanery CE Academy

549 pupils1.5 km
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Westlea Primary School

Good306 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Facechoice Ltd0.7 km
  • Man Truck & Bus UK0.7 km
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Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • The Grill & Fish Bar0.7 km
  • New Toothill Chinese Kitchen0.9 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Baxter Storey Ltd (c/o RWE)1.0 km
  • Provenist Ltd0.5 km
  • Toothill Community Centre - Age UK Wiltshire0.9 km
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Marks & Spencer0.7 km
  • Tesco Express0.7 km
  • Tesco Stores Ltd0.9 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Highworth Town Football Club0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Swindon3.7 km
  • Kemble19.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Langdale Drive0.2 km
  • Langdale Drive0.2 km
  • Water Research Council0.3 km
  • Symonds0.3 km
  • Edgehill0.3 km