Silverton Road is in Swindon and in Thamesdown district. SN3 2QB is located in the Walcot and Park North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Swindon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Silverton Road, Swindon, SN3 2QB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SN3 2QA, SN3 2QW, SN3 2PZ, SN3 2QD, SN3 2QP, SN3 2PY, SN3 2QR, SN3 2QE, SN3 2PU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SN3 2QB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.2% | 50.4% | 0.2% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 49.8% | 49.6% | -0.2% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
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 | 38.7% | 34.3% | -4.4% | 37.9% | -3.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.7% | 43.8% | 3.1% | 44.2% | -0.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 0.4% | -2.5% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 12.8% | 13.3% | 0.5% | 9.1% | 4.2% |
| Widowed | 4.9% | 7.7% | 2.8% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
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 | 33.3% | 39.8% | 6.5% | 48.4% | -8.6% |
| Good health | 40.5% | 33.2% | -7.3% | 33.6% | -0.4% |
| Fair health | 13.7% | 16.4% | 2.7% | 12.7% | 3.7% |
| Bad health | 10% | 9.1% | -0.9% | 4.0% | 5.1% |
| Very bad health | 2.4% | 1.5% | -0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 SN3 2QB this area, 28.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 16.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 43.2% | 28.9% | -14.3% | 18.2% | 10.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 22.6% | 20.7% | -1.9% | 9.6% | 11.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.3% | 11.6% | -5.7% | 13.4% | -1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 4.7% | 2.6% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 4.9% | 14.2% | 9.3% | 16.9% | -2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.4% | 16.4% | 9.0% | 33.8% | -17.4% |
| Other | 2.5% | 3.4% | 0.9% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 81.6% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 7.7% | 7.7% | 3.1% | 4.6% |
| Other Asian | 8.6% | 5.9% | -2.7% | 1.6% | 4.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 4.4% | 4.4% | 2.5% | 1.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 88.7% | 81.6% | -7.1% | 81.4% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 76.3% 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 | 86.3% | 76.3% | -10.0% | 83.2% | -6.9% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 8.8% | 6.4% | 6.1% | 2.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 3.3% | 2.6% | 2.7% | 0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 9.6% | 10.6% | 1.0% | 5.6% | 5.0% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 84.9% | 76.3% | -8.6% | 83.2% | -6.9% |
| 10+ Years | 2.1% | 12.8% | 10.7% | 9.8% | 3.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 5.5% | 4.1% | 2.9% | 2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.5% | 3.3% | -1.2% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.2% | 2.2% | -5.0% | 1.9% | 0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 59.1% | 76.7% | -17.6% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 6.2% | 1.3% | 4.9% |
| Romania | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 5.5% | 1.2% | 4.3% |
| No passport held | 23.7% | 13.5% | 10.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.7% | 37.2% | 0.5% |
| Christian | 53.1% | 46.2% | 6.9% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Hindu | 5.9% | 1.7% | 4.2% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Not answered | 1.8% | 6.0% | -4.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Silverton Road was 244.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 136.3% higher than the Walcot and Park North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Silverton Road has the 3rd highest crime rate of 21 local areas in Walcot and Park North and the 49th highest crime rate of 728 local areas in Swindon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 141.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -28.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 84% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Silverton Road, Swindon, Swindon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2022-01-31 | £203,616 |
| 35 Silverton Road, Swindon, Swindon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2021-09-30 | £283,713 |
| 35 Silverton Road, Swindon, Swindon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £129,000 | 2021-03-24 | £156,262 |
| 35 Silverton Road, Swindon, Swindon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2021-02-01 | £133,720 |
| 21 Silverton Road, Swindon, Swindon Terraced, an established residential building | £189,000 | 2017-08-25 | £243,000 |
| Full-Time Employee | 78 |
| Retired | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 23 |
| Other | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Goddard Park Community Primary School Welcombe Avenue , Park North SN3 2QN | 3out of 4 | 233 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Family Catholic Primary School Marlowe Avenue , SN3 2PT | 3out of 4 | 359 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Nythe Primary School Nyland Road , Nythe SN3 3RR | - not rated | 742 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mountford Manor Primary School Bothwell Road , Walcot SN3 3EZ | 3out of 4 | 907 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| OakTree Nursery and Primary School Priory Road , Park South SN3 2HA | 3out of 4 | 1,025 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Dorcan Academy St Paul's Drive , Covingham SN3 5DA | 2out of 4 | 1,237 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic College Ocotal Way , SN3 3LR | 3out of 4 | 1,369 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lawn Manor Academy Salcombe Grove , SN3 1ER | 2out of 4 | 1,401 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Commonweal School The Mall , Old Town SN1 4JE | 3out of 4 | 3,416 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| UTC Swindon Bristol Street , SN1 5ET | 1out of 4 | 3,566 yd | University technical college | No | 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 | 908 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 | 3,931 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nyland School Nyland Road , Nythe SN3 3RD | 3out of 4 | 703 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Horizons College Segal Centre , Stratton Road SN1 2PN | - not rated | 1,607 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Chalet School Liden Drive , Liden SN3 6EX | 2out of 4 | 2,069 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Crowdys Hill School Jefferies Avenue , SN2 7HJ | 3out of 4 | 3,090 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| EOTAS Swindon Ferndale Road , Ferndale SN2 1HL | 3out of 4 | 3,514 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jolly Roger Adventure Ltd | Area G, Greenbridge Road | 1,008 yd | |
| Sodexo (c/o Patheon UK Ltd) | Patheon Building, Kingfisher Drive | 1,036 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jesters | Units 3 To 9, Oppenheimer Centre | 849 yd | |
| Swindon Rugby Football Club | Greenbridge Road, Stratton St Margaret | 900 yd | |
| The Messenger | Covingham Square, Covingham | 996 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Sky Chinese Takeaway | 4 Sherborne Place, Stratton St Margaret | 470 yd | |
| Andy's Kebabs And Fish And Chips | 71 Marlowe Avenue, Swindon | 893 yd | |
| Mr Kebab | Unit 10, Units 1 To 11 Cavendish Square | 945 yd | |
| Peking City Chinese Takeaway | 5 Covingham Square, Covingham | 996 yd | |
| Eldene Chinese Takeaway Ltd | Unit 2, Dorcan Way Centre | 1,006 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Midcounties Co-operative | Unit 1, Cavendish Square | 894 yd | |
| Better Bargains | Ergo Business Park, Kelvin Road | 931 yd | |
| Co-Operative Food | 7-8 Covingham Square, Covingham | 987 yd | |
| Morrisons | Unit 1, Dorcan Way Centre | 1,004 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Holy Family Catholic Primary School HOLY FAMILY INFANT SCHOOL HOLY FAMILY INFANT SCHOOL MARLOWE AVENUE | grass pitches | 246 yd |
| Goddard Park Academy Welcombe Avenue | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 264 yd |
| The Oakfield Project (Closed) Marlowe Avenue | 650 yd | |
| Youth First Centre For Health OAKFIELD CAMPUS OAKFIELD CAMPUS MARLOWE AVENUE | 745 yd | |
| Swindon Rugby Football Club GREENBRIDGE ROAD | grass pitches | 903 yd |
| Eldene Primary School COLINGSMEAD | grass pitches | 908 yd |
| Phoenix Gymnasium PHOENIX GYM PHOENIX GYM GREENBRIDGE ROAD | health and fitness suite | 919 yd |
| Shrewsbury Road Shrewsbury Road | grass pitches | 962 yd |
| New College Swindon NEW COLLEGE DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 994 yd |
| Fit4Less (Swindon) (Closed) Eldene Drive | health and fitness suite | 1,060 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 | 77.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.