Cottars Close is in Stratton, Swindon and in Thamesdown district. SN3 4YD is located in the St Margaret and South Marston electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Swindon. This postcode has been in use since 1993-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cottars Close, Stratton, Swindon, SN3 4YD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SN3 4XQ, SN3 4XR, SN3 4XN, SN3 4XH, SN3 4XP, SN3 4XS, SN3 4XW, SN3 4XT, SN3 4XD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SN3 4YD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 45.2% | 50.2% | 5.0% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 54.8% | 49.8% | -5.0% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 | 37% | 39.5% | 2.5% | 37.9% | 1.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.6% | 44.4% | -3.2% | 44.2% | 0.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 1.6% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 11% | 10.1% | -0.9% | 9.1% | 1.0% |
| Widowed | 1.2% | 4.4% | 3.2% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (89.3%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 51.2% | 53.2% | 2.0% | 48.4% | 4.8% |
| Good health | 36.3% | 36.1% | -0.2% | 33.6% | 2.5% |
| Fair health | 10.6% | 8.2% | -2.4% | 12.7% | -4.5% |
| Bad health | 1.3% | 1.1% | -0.2% | 4.0% | -2.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 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 | 16.5% | 14.2% | -2.3% | 18.2% | -4.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.3% | 14.6% | -4.7% | 9.6% | 5.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 22.8% | 17.4% | -5.4% | 13.4% | 4.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.3% | 3.2% | -3.1% | 5.3% | -2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 22.7% | 11.7% | 16.9% | 5.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.3% | 27.9% | 6.6% | 33.8% | -5.9% |
| Other | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Other Black | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 97.4% | 96.5% | -0.9% | 81.4% | 15.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 89% 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 | 95% | 89% | -6.0% | 83.2% | 5.8% |
| European Union | 3.3% | 5.7% | 2.4% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 3.5% | 2.8% | 1.3% | 2.2% |
| 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 | 94.1% | 88.7% | -5.4% | 83.2% | 5.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.6% | 4.6% | 9.8% | -5.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 2.5% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.3% | 2.1% | -2.2% | 1.9% | 0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.4% | 76.7% | 3.7% |
| Ireland | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Italy | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Poland | 2.1% | 1.3% | 0.8% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 1.8% | 0.2% | 1.6% |
| No passport held | 11.7% | 13.5% | -1.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.4% | 37.2% | 7.2% |
| Christian | 48% | 46.2% | 1.8% |
| Muslim | 1.1% | 6.5% | -5.4% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cottars Close was 56.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 31.1% lower than the St Margaret and South Marston average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cottars Close has the 12th highest crime rate of 33 local areas in St Margaret and South Marston and the 326th highest crime rate of 728 local areas in Swindon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 37.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -36.1%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 68% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Cottars Close, Swindon, Swindon Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2024-09-12 | £305,350 |
| 5 Cottars Close, Swindon, Swindon Detached, an established residential building | £440,000 | 2022-02-25 | £468,541 |
| 1 Cottars Close, Swindon, Swindon Detached, an established residential building | £269,950 | 2014-08-14 | £430,260 |
| 1 Cottars Close, Swindon, Swindon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2009-09-04 | £452,794 |
| 1 Cottars Close, Swindon, Swindon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £207,000 | 2005-12-19 | £385,475 |
SN3 4YD 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 | 108 |
| Retired | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 41 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 19 |
| Education | 19 |
| Transport and storage | 16 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grange Infants' School Delamere Drive , Stratton St Margaret SN3 4XE | - not rated | 328 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Grange Infants' School Delamere Drive , Stratton St Margaret SN3 4XE | 3out of 4 | 328 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Grange Junior School Grange Drive , Stratton St Margaret SN3 4JY | - not rated | 691 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Grange Junior School Grange Drive , Stratton St Margaret SN3 4JY | 3out of 4 | 692 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ruskin Junior School Wordsworth Drive , Upper Stratton SN2 7NG | 3out of 4 | 1,088 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsdown School Hyde Rd , Stratton St Margaret SN2 7SH | 3out of 4 | 1,394 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsdown School Hyde Road , Stratton St Margaret SN2 7SH | - not rated | 1,394 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsdown School Hyde Road , Stratton St Margaret SN2 7SH | - not rated | 1,394 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Headlands Headlands Grove , SN2 7HS | - not rated | 2,145 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Headlands School Cricklade Road , SN2 7BG | - not rated | 2,285 yd | Community school | 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 | 3,404 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Swindon College North Star Avenue , SN2 1DY | - not rated | 3,788 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 | 3,224 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Connex Units 16 and 17a , Headlands Grove Trading Estate SN2 7JQ | - not rated | 1,753 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Uplands Educational Trust Stratton Road , SN1 2PN | - not rated | 1,832 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Crowdys Hill School Jefferies Avenue , SN2 7HJ | - not rated | 2,165 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Education Centre 9 PATFORD STREET , CALNE SN11 0EF | - not rated | 2,201 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Luke's Academy Cricklade Road , SN2 7AS | 3out of 4 | 2,267 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grange Leisure | Stratton Community Leisure Centre, Grange Drive | 579 yd | |
| Subway | Unit 3, Stellite Works | 638 yd | |
| Rockstar Climbing Limited / Crux Cafe & Bar | Unit 5, Io Centre | 784 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Wheatsheaf | 167 Ermin Street, Stratton St Margaret | 290 yd | |
| The Crown Inn | 73 Ermin Street, Stratton St Margaret | 326 yd | |
| Stratton Churchway Bowls Club | Churchway Bowls Club, Grange Drive | 658 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Fish Company | 152 Grange Drive, Stratton St Margaret | 884 yd | |
| Kingsdown Fish And Burger Bar | 1 Windbrook Meadow, Kingsdown | 919 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 1 Windbrook Meadow, Kingsdown | 919 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Home Bargains | Hobley Drive, Stratton St Margaret | 638 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | 20 G, Parsonage Road | 702 yd | |
| The Midcounties Co-operative | Windbrook Meadow, Kingsdown | 919 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Focused Gyms (Closed) Hobley Drive | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 527 yd |
| Grange Leisure Centre GRANGE DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 576 yd |
| Grange Junior School GRANGE DRIVE | grass pitches | 692 yd |
| Kingsdown School Sports Centre Ermin Street | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 1,035 yd |
| Ruskin Junior School WORDSWORTH DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,087 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 | 160 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 166.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.