The Knoll is in Swindon and in Thamesdown district. SN1 4DQ is located in the Old Town electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Swindon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Knoll, Swindon, SN1 4DQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SN3 1RZ, SN1 4ET, SN1 4EH, SN1 4ER, SN3 1RY, SN1 4DG, SN1 4EP, SN3 1RX, SN3 1RU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SN1 4DQ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.5% | 49.8% | 0.3% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 50.5% | 50.2% | -0.3% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 26.3% | 28.8% | 2.5% | 37.9% | -9.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.2% | 50.2% | -9.0% | 44.2% | 6.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 12.1% | 3.8% | 9.1% | 3.0% |
| Widowed | 5.8% | 7% | 1.2% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 56.1% | 54.8% | -1.3% | 48.4% | 6.4% |
| Good health | 33.6% | 29.6% | -4.0% | 33.6% | -4.0% |
| Fair health | 6.6% | 12% | 5.4% | 12.7% | -0.7% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 3.3% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
In the area around SN1 4DQ this area, 8.2% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 6.7% | 8.2% | 1.5% | 18.2% | -10.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.1% | 9.8% | -2.3% | 9.6% | 0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.1% | 12.2% | -4.9% | 13.4% | -1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 5.1% | 0.5% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.7% | 15.7% | 4.0% | 16.9% | -1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 44.6% | 48.6% | 4.0% | 33.8% | 14.8% |
| Other | 3.3% | 0.4% | -2.9% | 2.8% | -2.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.7% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 2% | 3% | 1.0% | 3.1% | -0.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 1.0% | 0.0% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 95.3% | 94.7% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 13.3% |
In this area, 89.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94% | 89.8% | -4.2% | 83.2% | 6.6% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 5.3% | 4.6% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 2% | 1.3% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 2% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93% | 91.3% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 8.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 7.4% | 6.7% | 9.8% | -2.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 5% | 0% | -5.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.7% | 76.7% | 11.0% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Southern Asia | 1.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 7.6% | 13.5% | -5.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.5% | 37.2% | 15.3% |
| Christian | 37.5% | 46.2% | -8.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 1.3% | 1.7% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 8.3% | 6.0% | 2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Knoll was 30.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 55.0% lower than the Chiseldon and Lawn average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Knoll has the 31st lowest crime rate of 108 local areas in Chiseldon and Lawn and the 222nd lowest crime rate of 728 local areas in Swindon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -91.8%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 87% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 36 The Knoll, Swindon, Swindon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £520,000 | 2024-10-25 | £529,286 |
| 42 The Knoll, Swindon, Swindon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2021-09-30 | £550,056 |
| 50 The Knoll, Swindon, Swindon Detached, an established residential building | £392,000 | 2021-06-25 | £463,482 |
| 14 The Knoll, Swindon, Swindon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £465,000 | 2020-11-19 | £570,000 |
| 40 The Knoll, Swindon, Swindon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2020-09-30 | £461,331 |
SN1 4DQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 102 |
| Retired | 76 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Education | 24 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 18 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lethbridge Primary School Lethbridge Road , SN1 4BY | 3out of 4 | 289 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Croft Primary School Marlborough Lane , SN3 1RA | 4out of 4 | 315 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King William Street Church of England Primary School King William Street , SN1 3LB | 2out of 4 | 739 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| East Wichel Primary School & Nursery Staldon Road , East Wichel SN1 7AG | 3out of 4 | 1,148 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Rood Catholic Primary School Groundwell Road , SN1 2LU | 2out of 4 | 1,267 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Commonweal School The Mall , Old Town SN1 4JE | 3out of 4 | 670 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lawn Manor Academy Salcombe Grove , SN3 1ER | 2out of 4 | 1,528 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| UTC Swindon Bristol Street , SN1 5ET | 1out of 4 | 2,018 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Deanery CE Academy Peglars Way , Wichelstowe SN1 7DA | - not rated | 2,281 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic College Ocotal Way , SN3 3LR | 3out of 4 | 2,376 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New College Swindon New College Drive , SN3 1AH | - not rated | 2,033 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swindon Academy Beech Avenue , SN2 1JR | 3out of 4 | 4,102 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EOTAS Swindon Ferndale Road , Ferndale SN2 1HL | 3out of 4 | 2,984 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Horizons College Segal Centre , Stratton Road SN1 2PN | - not rated | 3,357 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Nyland School Nyland Road , Nythe SN3 3RD | 3out of 4 | 3,596 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Chalet School Liden Drive , Liden SN3 6EX | 2out of 4 | 3,655 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Crowdys Hill School Jefferies Avenue , SN2 7HJ | 3out of 4 | 4,001 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| May And Paul | Bowling Green Lane, Old Town | 251 yd | |
| The Royal Oak / The Choptank | The Royal Oak, 24 Devizes Road | 313 yd | |
| Food Crew Limited | Wheatsheaf Hotel, 32 Newport Street | 327 yd | |
| Mabel's Old Town | 23A Devizes Road, Old Town | 360 yd | |
| The Salvation Army | 46 - 50 Devizes Road, Old Town | 398 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Plough Inn | 26 Devizes Road, Old Town | 294 yd | |
| Wheatsheaf Ale House | Wheatsheaf Hotel, 32 Newport Street | 327 yd | |
| The Hop Inn | 8 Devizes Road, Old Town | 412 yd | |
| The Steam Railway | 14 Newport Street, Old Town | 461 yd | |
| Hop Kettle Tap & Brew | 51 Devizes Road, Old Town | 490 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bert's Books | 54 Godwin Court, Old Town | 577 yd | |
| Welcome Express | 56 Devizes Road, Old Town | 578 yd | |
| Marmaris | 57 Devizes Road, Old Town | 578 yd | |
| Moshan Box Dinner | 61 Devizes Road, Old Town | 578 yd | |
| Old Town Kebab House | 17-21 High Street, Old Town | 632 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Midcounties Co-operative Foodstore | 30 High Street, Old Town | 625 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Westlecot Bowls Club BOWLING GREEN LANE | indoor bowls | 168 yd |
| Croft Sports Centre MARLBOROUGH LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, squash courts | 269 yd |
| Marriott Leisure Club (Swindon) PIPERS WAY | health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 412 yd |
| Anytime Fitness (Swindon Old Town) NEWPORT STREET | health and fitness suite | 489 yd |
| Town Gardens Quarry Road | tennis courts | 551 yd |
| The Commonweal School THE MALL | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 788 yd |
| Nationwide Building Society Head Office NATIONWIDE HOUSE NATIONWIDE HOUSE | 828 yd | |
| Wakefield House Sports Ground (Closed) Wakefield House Wakefield House Pipers Way | grass pitches | 1,004 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 52.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 78.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.