Havisham Drive is in Swindon and in Swindon district. SN25 1SL is located in the Priory Vale electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Swindon. This postcode has been in use since 2005-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about Havisham Drive, Swindon, SN25 1SL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SN25 1SP, SN25 1SS, SN25 1SF, SN25 1SZ, SN25 1SX, SN25 1SR, SN25 1SW, SN25 1SU, SN25 1BQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SN25 1SL has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 47.3% | 50% | 2.7% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 52.7% | 50% | -2.7% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 | 45.9% | 34.4% | -11.5% | 37.9% | -3.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 30.6% | 37.8% | 7.2% | 44.2% | -6.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 6.1% | 6.7% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 4.5% |
| Divorced | 15.3% | 18.9% | 3.6% | 9.1% | 9.8% |
| Widowed | 2% | 1.1% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
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 | 51.9% | 45.8% | -6.1% | 48.4% | -2.6% |
| Good health | 44.3% | 39% | -5.3% | 33.6% | 5.4% |
| Fair health | 3.8% | 11% | 7.2% | 12.7% | -1.7% |
| Bad health | 0% | 4.2% | 4.2% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
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 | 2% | 11.1% | 9.1% | 18.2% | -7.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.3% | 21.1% | 5.8% | 9.6% | 11.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.4% | 14.4% | -6.0% | 13.4% | 1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 3.3% | -0.8% | 5.3% | -2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.2% | 22.2% | 12.0% | 16.9% | 5.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 43.9% | 27.8% | -16.1% | 33.8% | -6.0% |
| Other | 4.1% | 0% | -4.1% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 3.1% | 2.6% | -0.5% | 0.7% | 1.9% |
| Indian | 3.1% | 0% | -3.1% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 6% | 6.0% | 2.5% | 3.5% |
| White | 92.4% | 87.9% | -4.5% | 81.4% | 6.5% |
| Other | 0.8% | 2.6% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 1.0% |
In this area, 77.5% 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 | 90.8% | 77.5% | -13.3% | 83.2% | -5.7% |
| European Union | 3.1% | 9.2% | 6.1% | 6.1% | 3.1% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 10% | 9.2% | 2.7% | 7.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.8% | 3.3% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -2.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.8% | 78.2% | -12.6% | 83.2% | -5.0% |
| 10+ Years | 1.5% | 10.1% | 8.6% | 9.8% | 0.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.3% | 5% | 2.7% | 2.9% | 2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.1% | 3.4% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 3.4% | 1.1% | 1.9% | 1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.5% | 76.7% | -7.2% |
| France | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Portugal | 2.5% | 0.5% | 2.0% |
| Poland | 5.1% | 1.3% | 3.8% |
| Other EU countries | 4.2% | 1.5% | 2.7% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 3.4% | 0.2% | 3.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 2.5% | 0.3% | 2.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 11% | 13.5% | -2.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.6% | 37.2% | 9.4% |
| Christian | 41.5% | 46.2% | -4.7% |
| Muslim | 4.2% | 6.5% | -2.3% |
| Other religion | 5.1% | 0.6% | 4.5% |
| Not answered | 2.5% | 6.0% | -3.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Havisham Drive was 29.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 46.1% lower than the Priory Vale average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Havisham Drive has the 61st lowest crime rate of 145 local areas in Priory Vale and the 203rd lowest crime rate of 728 local areas in Swindon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 29.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -68.4%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 55 Havisham Drive, Swindon, Swindon Terraced, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2025-06-19 | £336,670 |
| 6 Havisham Drive, Swindon, Swindon Terraced, an established residential building | £296,000 | 2025-02-12 | £301,382 |
| 8 Havisham Drive, Swindon, Swindon Terraced, an established residential building | £283,500 | 2023-08-31 | £287,782 |
| 4 Havisham Drive, Swindon, Swindon Terraced, an established residential building | £302,500 | 2022-11-18 | £303,403 |
| 67 Havisham Drive, Swindon, Swindon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £322,000 | 2022-08-08 | £334,047 |
SN25 1SL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 43 |
| Part-Time Employee | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Retired | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Other | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orchid Vale Primary School Torun Way , Haydon End SN25 1UG | - not rated | 511 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Francis CofE Primary School Aiken Road , Taw Hill SN25 1UH | 4out of 4 | 552 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Red Oaks Primary School Redhouse Way , SN25 2AN | 3out of 4 | 772 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakhurst Community Primary School Pioneer Road , Oakhurst SN25 2HY | 3out of 4 | 880 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tadpole Farm CofE Primary Academy Greene Street , Tadpole Garden Village SN25 2QS | 3out of 4 | 905 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbey Park School The Learning Campus , Redhouse Way SN25 2ND | 1out of 4 | 705 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Western Academy William Morris Way , Tadpole Garden Village SN25 2PP | - not rated | 1,998 yd | Free schools | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Nova Hreod Academy Akers Way , Moredon SN2 2NQ | 3out of 4 | 2,532 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bradon Forest School The Peak , Purton SN5 4AT | 3out of 4 | 4,074 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsdown School Hyde Rd , Stratton St Margaret SN2 7SH | 2out of 4 | 4,820 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 3,351 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brimble Hill Special School Tadpole Lane , Redhouse SN25 2NB | 3out of 4 | 549 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Uplands School The Learning Campus , Tadpole Lane SN25 2NB | 4out of 4 | 821 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Churchward School William Morris Way , SN25 2PP | - not rated | 2,321 yd | Free schools special | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Luke's Academy Cricklade Road , SN2 7AS | 1out of 4 | 3,809 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| EOTAS Swindon Ferndale Road , Ferndale SN2 1HL | 3out of 4 | 4,054 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jungle Kingdom | Unit 9, Crompton Road | 543 yd | |
| Caffee Vialottie | Unit 1, Greencote House | 819 yd | |
| Costa Ltd (in Next) | Unit C3, North Swindon District Centre | 1,006 yd | |
| McDonalds | Mcdonalds Restaurant, North Swindon District Centre | 1,007 yd | |
| Costa Ltd | Unit B5a, North Swindon District Centre | 1,021 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tawny Owl | Queen Elizabeth Drive, Swindon | 686 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino's Pizza | Unit 1 Taw Hill Village Centre, Aiken Road | 501 yd | |
| Happy Cod | 22 Taw Hill Village Centre, Aiken Road | 504 yd | |
| Redhouse Plaice | Unit D, Millgrove House | 677 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midcounties Co-operative | 23 Taw Hill Village Centre, Aiken Road | 501 yd | |
| Tesco Express | Redhouse Village Centre, Millgrove Street | 825 yd | |
| Lidl | Unit C1b, North Swindon District Centre | 1,004 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Orchid Vale Primary School TORUN WAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 397 yd |
| Red Oaks Primary School REDHOUSE WAY | grass pitches | 766 yd |
| Abbey Park School (Northside Campus) Redhouse Way | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 772 yd |
| Haydonleigh Primary School HAYDON COURT DRIVE | grass pitches | 984 yd |
| Dw Sports Fitness (Swindon) ORBITAL SHOPPING PARK ORBITAL SHOPPING PARK THAMESDOWN DRIVE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,021 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 177.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 24.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.