SN5 8QW is a sought-after residential area on Leven, 0.6km 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 8QW offers a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. At 38 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 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 47 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £292k, up 5.3% 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 8QW are sourced from Output Area E00078408 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LEVEN, SN5 8QW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LEVEN, SN5 8QW.
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£ 43,700 /yr
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Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
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.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. SN5 8QW's low deprivation rank, 84% ownership, and £292k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 5.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SN5 8QW. The average age is 37.9. 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 & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 235,000
5 sales · Mean £ 249,600
Terraced
£ 154,000
2 sales · Mean £ 154,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SN5 8QW has low crime rates — 47 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
Millbrook Primary School
Oliver Tomkins Church of England Junior School
Oliver Tomkins Church of England Infant and Nursery School
Hazelwood Academy
Lydiard Park Academy
Tregoze Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Facechoice Ltd0.5 km
- Man Truck & Bus UK0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- The Grill & Fish Bar0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Baxter Storey Ltd (c/o RWE)0.6 km
- Provenist Ltd0.2 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Marks & Spencer0.8 km
- Tesco Express0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Highworth Town Football Club0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Swindon4.0 km
- Kemble19.3 km
Bus Stops
- Symonds0.1 km
- Symonds0.1 km
- Desborough0.1 km
- Desborough0.2 km
- Chalgrove Field0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SN58QW · Data under Open Government Licence