Hatherley Road is in Swindon and in Thamesdown district. SN3 3NQ is located in the Covingham and Dorcan electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Swindon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hatherley Road, Swindon, SN3 3NQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SN3 3NE, SN3 3NF, SN3 3NG, SN3 3NH, SN3 3NW, SN3 3RP, SN3 3ND, SN3 3NP, SN3 3NL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SN3 3NQ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.5% 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 | 51.6% | 49.5% | -2.1% | 51.0% | -1.5% |
| Male | 48.4% | 50.5% | 2.1% | 49.0% | 1.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of SN3 3NQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.4% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 16.5% | 22.1% | 5.6% | 37.9% | -15.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.8% | 58.4% | -7.4% | 44.2% | 14.2% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 2.2% | 1.4% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 5.8% | 6.5% | 0.7% | 9.1% | -2.6% |
| Widowed | 11.1% | 10.8% | -0.3% | 6.1% | 4.7% |
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 | 40% | 48% | 8.0% | 48.4% | -0.4% |
| Good health | 39.3% | 29.8% | -9.5% | 33.6% | -3.8% |
| Fair health | 15.8% | 16% | 0.2% | 12.7% | 3.3% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 4.7% | 1.5% | 4.0% | 0.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 1.5% | -0.3% | 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.
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 21.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30% | 23% | -7.0% | 18.2% | 4.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.8% | 10.4% | -4.4% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.7% | 17.8% | 0.1% | 13.4% | 4.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 7% | 8.3% | 1.3% | 5.3% | 3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.7% | 15.2% | 4.5% | 16.9% | -1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.2% | 21.3% | 8.1% | 33.8% | -12.5% |
| Other | 6.6% | 3.9% | -2.7% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.3% 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 | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Indian | 0.7% | 2.5% | 1.8% | 3.1% | -0.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 4.9% | 0% | -4.9% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 1.0% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 1.5% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 91.2% | 91.3% | 0.1% | 81.4% | 9.9% |
| Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 88.2% 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 | 88.4% | 88.2% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 5.0% |
| European Union | 5.3% | 5.1% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 2.8% | 1.8% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 2.9% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.4% | 1.1% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 86.7% | 87.3% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 4.1% |
| 10+ Years | 1.4% | 9.8% | 8.4% | 9.8% | 0.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.1% | 2.2% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.1% | 0.7% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.7% | 0% | -7.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.1% | 76.7% | 8.4% |
| Ireland | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| Turkey | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 10.2% | 13.5% | -3.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.3% | 37.2% | 10.1% |
| Christian | 43.6% | 46.2% | -2.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 2.9% | 1.7% | 1.2% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hatherley Road was 17.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 65.7% lower than the Covingham and Dorcan average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Hatherley Road has the 19th lowest crime rate of 56 local areas in Covingham and Dorcan and the 105th lowest crime rate of 728 local areas in Swindon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -90.6%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Hatherley Road, Swindon, Swindon Detached, an established residential building | £440,000 | 2025-08-06 | £439,126 |
| 11 Hatherley Road, Swindon, Swindon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2021-05-07 | £297,832 |
| 10 Hatherley Road, Swindon, Swindon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2018-03-23 | £368,699 |
| 13 Hatherley Road, Swindon, Swindon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £222,000 | 2017-08-02 | £288,319 |
| 10 Hatherley Road, Swindon, Swindon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2014-11-28 | £358,855 |
SN3 3NQ 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in SN3 3NQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 77 |
| Retired | 77 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Education | 19 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nythe Primary School Nyland Road , Nythe SN3 3RR | - not rated | 458 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Colebrook Infant Academy Towcester Road , Coleview SN3 4AS | 3out of 4 | 632 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Colebrook Junior School Towcester Road , Stratton St Margaret SN3 4AS | 3out of 4 | 632 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Family Catholic Primary School Marlowe Avenue , SN3 2PT | 3out of 4 | 771 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Covingham Park Primary School The Harriers , Covingham Park SN3 5BD | 3out of 4 | 945 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's Catholic College Ocotal Way , SN3 3LR | 3out of 4 | 1,354 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Dorcan Academy St Paul's Drive , Covingham SN3 5DA | 2out of 4 | 1,460 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lawn Manor Academy Salcombe Grove , SN3 1ER | 2out of 4 | 1,931 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsdown School Hyde Rd , Stratton St Margaret SN2 7SH | 2out of 4 | 3,163 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| UTC Swindon Bristol Street , SN1 5ET | 1out of 4 | 3,666 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 | 1,433 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 | 3,530 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 | 452 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Horizons College Segal Centre , Stratton Road SN1 2PN | - not rated | 1,067 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Crowdys Hill School Jefferies Avenue , SN2 7HJ | 3out of 4 | 2,570 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Chalet School Liden Drive , Liden SN3 6EX | 2out of 4 | 2,722 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| EOTAS Swindon Ferndale Road , Ferndale SN2 1HL | 3out of 4 | 3,348 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colebrook Junior School | Towcester Road, Stratton St Margaret | 608 yd | |
| Jolly Roger Adventure Ltd | Area G, Greenbridge Road | 627 yd | |
| Stratton Tandoori | 1 Coleview Parade, Nythe | 725 yd | |
| McDonalds | Unit 12, Greenbridge Retail Park | 919 yd | |
| Costa Ltd | Unit 11B, Greenbridge Retail Park | 919 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swindon Rugby Football Club | Greenbridge Road, Stratton St Margaret | 313 yd | |
| The Messenger | Covingham Square, Covingham | 457 yd | |
| Jesters | Units 3 To 9, Oppenheimer Centre | 651 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Sky Chinese Takeaway | 4 Sherborne Place, Stratton St Margaret | 417 yd | |
| Peking City Chinese Takeaway | 5 Covingham Square, Covingham | 457 yd | |
| Lee Tim Fish Bar | 41 Nythe Road, Stratton St Margaret | 707 yd | |
| Andy's Kebabs And Fish And Chips | 71 Marlowe Avenue, Swindon | 775 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Operative Food | 7-8 Covingham Square, Covingham | 447 yd | |
| Better Bargains | Ergo Business Park, Kelvin Road | 485 yd | |
| Wilko | Unit 10, Greenbridge Retail Park | 919 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Phoenix Gymnasium PHOENIX GYM PHOENIX GYM GREENBRIDGE ROAD | health and fitness suite | 297 yd |
| Swindon Rugby Football Club GREENBRIDGE ROAD | grass pitches | 315 yd |
| St Josephs Catholic Comprehensive School (Closed) Nythe Road | grass pitches | 430 yd |
| Holy Family Catholic Primary School HOLY FAMILY INFANT SCHOOL HOLY FAMILY INFANT SCHOOL MARLOWE AVENUE | grass pitches | 542 yd |
| The Oakfield Project (Closed) Marlowe Avenue | 634 yd | |
| Youth First Centre For Health OAKFIELD CAMPUS OAKFIELD CAMPUS MARLOWE AVENUE | 654 yd | |
| Colebrook Junior School TOWCESTER ROAD | grass pitches | 675 yd |
| Covingham Park Primary School THE HARRIERS | grass pitches | 802 yd |
| Goddard Park Academy Welcombe Avenue | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,009 yd |
| Nuffield Health (Swindon) UNIT 22 UNIT 22 GARRARD WAY | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,085 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 | 70.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 74.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.