Rowden Road is in Chippenham and in North Wiltshire district. SN15 2AX is located in the Chippenham Lowden & Rowden electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Chippenham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Rowden Road, Chippenham, SN15 2AX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SN15 2AY, SN15 2SE, SN15 2AU, SN15 2FG, SN15 2FJ, SN15 2FH, SN15 2FF, SN15 2AL, SN15 2SD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SN15 2AX, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.2% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.8% | 52.2% | -1.6% | 51.0% | 1.2% |
| Male | 46.2% | 47.8% | 1.6% | 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 | 19.9% | 27.2% | 7.3% | 37.9% | -10.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.6% | 51% | -4.6% | 44.2% | 6.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 2.3% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 8.1% | 8.9% | 0.8% | 9.1% | -0.2% |
| Widowed | 14% | 8.9% | -5.1% | 6.1% | 2.8% |
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 | 44.3% | 47.5% | 3.2% | 48.4% | -0.9% |
| Good health | 32.4% | 34.3% | 1.9% | 33.6% | 0.7% |
| Fair health | 13.1% | 12.9% | -0.2% | 12.7% | 0.2% |
| Bad health | 7.1% | 3.8% | -3.3% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 3.1% | 1.6% | -1.5% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.7% | 12.8% | -13.9% | 18.2% | -5.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.8% | 7.4% | -6.4% | 9.6% | -2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.2% | 11.2% | -2.0% | 13.4% | -2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 6.6% | 1.5% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 19.4% | 8.2% | 16.9% | 2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.7% | 41.5% | 14.8% | 33.8% | 7.7% |
| Other | 3.4% | 1.2% | -2.2% | 2.8% | -1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 3.1% | -1.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 1.0% | -0.4% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 97.1% | 93.4% | -3.7% | 81.4% | 12.0% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Arab | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 88.9% 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 | 93.8% | 88.9% | -4.9% | 83.2% | 5.7% |
| European Union | 3.6% | 6.3% | 2.7% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 1% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 2.5% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -3.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.6% | 88.9% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 5.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 7% | 6.5% | 9.8% | -2.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.2% | 1.9% | 1.7% | 2.9% | -1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.5% | 1.9% | -3.6% | 1.9% | 0.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81% | 76.7% | 4.3% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 14.6% | 13.5% | 1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.2% | 37.2% | 3.0% |
| Christian | 50% | 46.2% | 3.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Sikh | 1.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Not answered | 7.3% | 6.0% | 1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rowden Road was 80.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 26.1% higher than the Chippenham Cepen Park & Hunters Moon average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Rowden Road has the 15th highest crime rate of 34 local areas in Chippenham Cepen Park & Hunters Moon and the 333rd highest crime rate of 1,627 local areas in Wiltshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 32.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 45.8%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 52% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 62 Rowden Road, Chippenham, Wiltshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2024-03-15 | £135,167 |
| 51 Rowden Road, Chippenham, Wiltshire Detached, an established residential building | £485,000 | 2022-12-08 | £495,277 |
| 45 Rowden Road, Chippenham, Wiltshire Detached, an established residential building | £625,000 | 2022-10-21 | £625,618 |
| 63 Rowden Road, Chippenham, Wiltshire Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2019-11-02 | £256,977 |
| 57 Rowden Road, Chippenham, Wiltshire Detached, an established residential building | £272,000 | 2018-08-09 | £328,870 |
SN15 2AX area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in SN15 2AX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 88 |
| Retired | 78 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Other | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School Rowden Hill , SN15 2AH | 1out of 4 | 347 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ivy Lane Primary School Ivy Lane , SN15 1HE | 3out of 4 | 1,111 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen's Crescent School Windsor Close , SN14 0QT | 3out of 4 | 1,209 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Frogwell Primary School Derriads Lane , SN14 0DG | 3out of 4 | 1,277 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Redland Primary School Brook Street , SN14 0JE | 3out of 4 | 1,317 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sheldon School Hardenhuish Lane , SN14 6HJ | 3out of 4 | 1,942 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hardenhuish School Hardenhuish Lane , SN14 6RJ | 3out of 4 | 2,345 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbeyfield School Stanley Lane , SN15 3XB | 3out of 4 | 2,637 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wiltshire College Cocklebury Road , SN15 3QD | - not rated | 1,745 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Young People's Support Centre The Bridge Centre , Bath Road SN15 1AA | - not rated | 1,843 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Notton House Academy 28 Notton , Lacock SN15 2NF | 3out of 4 | 2,814 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Heywood Prep The Priory , Priory Street SN13 0AP | - not rated | 4,865 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe 3:16 | Ladyfield Evangelical Church, Hungerdown Lane | 1,044 yd | |
| Bombers Sports Bar | Unit F Front, Ivy Road Industrial Estate | 1,062 yd | |
| Emmanuel Evangelical Church Chippenh | Emmanuel Church, Goldney Avenue | 1,092 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rowden Arms | Rowden Hill, Chippenham | 342 yd | |
| Pheasant Inn | Bath Road, Chippenham | 961 yd | |
| The Gladstone Arms | Gladstone Road, Chippenham | 1,058 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Platts | 4 Sheldon Road, Chippenham | 907 yd | |
| Shoestrings | 1 Audley Road, Chippenham | 971 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Marys Rc Primary School ST MARYS SCHOOL ST MARYS SCHOOL ROWDEN HILL | grass pitches | 389 yd |
| North Wilts Bowls Club CLUB HOUSE CLUB HOUSE WESTCROFT | indoor bowls | 771 yd |
| Westmead Playing Field (Closed) Westmead Lane | grass pitches | 878 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 | 25.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 26.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 43.69 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 43.69 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 4.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 8.14 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.