Tinkers Lane is in Wootton Bassett, Swindon and in North Wiltshire district. SN4 7BN is located in the Royal Wootton Bassett North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Wiltshire. This postcode has been in use since 2001-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Tinkers Lane, Wootton Bassett, Swindon, SN4 7BN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SN4 7AR, SN4 7AS, SN4 8DL, SN4 7AU, SN4 8AQ, SN4 7AW, SN4 8AE, SN4 8DN, SN4 7AQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SN4 7BN, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.9% 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 | 51.6% | 53.9% | 2.3% | 51.0% | 2.9% |
| Male | 48.4% | 46.1% | -2.3% | 49.0% | -2.9% |
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 | 23.4% | 36.9% | 13.5% | 37.9% | -1.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.4% | 36.6% | -11.8% | 44.2% | -7.6% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 3.1% | 1.4% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 10.8% | 11.4% | 0.6% | 9.1% | 2.3% |
| Widowed | 15.7% | 12% | -3.7% | 6.1% | 5.9% |
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 | 35% | 34.2% | -0.8% | 48.4% | -14.2% |
| Good health | 34.5% | 37% | 2.5% | 33.6% | 3.4% |
| Fair health | 14.3% | 21.8% | 7.5% | 12.7% | 9.1% |
| Bad health | 11.3% | 5.4% | -5.9% | 4.0% | 1.4% |
| Very bad health | 4.9% | 1.6% | -3.3% | 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 | 42.2% | 20.7% | -21.5% | 18.2% | 2.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.7% | 15.2% | 1.5% | 9.6% | 5.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.2% | 13.4% | -0.8% | 13.4% | 0.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.7% | 6.4% | 4.7% | 5.3% | 1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.5% | 15.5% | 7.0% | 16.9% | -1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.1% | 25.2% | 10.1% | 33.8% | -8.6% |
| Other | 4.6% | 3.6% | -1.0% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.6% 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 | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Indian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.2% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| White | 96.2% | 94.6% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 13.2% |
| Other | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 91.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93% | 91.5% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 8.3% |
| European Union | 2.6% | 4.1% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.6% | 1% | -0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 1.8% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.8% | 91.2% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 8.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.2% | 6.2% | 6.0% | 9.8% | -3.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 1% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.4% | 0.3% | -5.1% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.1% | 76.7% | -10.6% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Romania | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 29% | 13.5% | 15.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.2% | 37.2% | 4.0% |
| Christian | 37.6% | 46.2% | -8.6% |
| Jewish | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 1.8% | 6.5% | -4.7% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 18.4% | 6.0% | 12.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Tinkers Lane was 196.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 539.1% higher than the Royal Wootton Bassett East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Tinkers Lane has the 3rd highest crime rate of 25 local areas in Royal Wootton Bassett East and the 83rd highest crime rate of 1,627 local areas in Wiltshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 135.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -36.9%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 61% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 98C Tinkers Lane, Swindon, Wiltshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £128,000 | 2016-10-28 | £148,954 |
| 98C Tinkers Lane, Swindon, Wiltshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £151,000 | 2014-06-05 | £210,713 |
| 98C Tinkers Lane, Swindon, Wiltshire Terraced, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2014-06-05 | £118,885 |
| 98C Tinkers Lane, Swindon, Wiltshire Terraced, an established residential building | £37,000 | 2004-06-17 | £70,293 |
SN4 7BN area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 SN4 7BN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 108 |
| Retired | 104 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Other | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Other | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Education | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Bartholomew's Primary Academy The Rosary , Royal Wootton Bassett SN4 8AZ | 2out of 4 | 321 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Noremarsh Junior School Clarendon Drive , Royal Wootton Bassett SN4 8BT | 2out of 4 | 588 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wootton Bassett Infants' School High Street , Royal Wootton Bassett SN4 7BS | 2out of 4 | 591 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Longleaze Primary School Byron Avenue , Royal Wootton Bassett SN4 8BA | 3out of 4 | 682 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lydiard Millicent CofE Primary School The Butts , Lydiard Millicent SN5 3LR | 3out of 4 | 4,108 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Wootton Bassett Academy Lime Kiln , Royal Wootton Bassett SN4 7HG | 4out of 4 | 451 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lydiard Park Academy Grange Park Way , Grange Park SN5 6HN | 3out of 4 | 4,583 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oriental Aroma | 50 High Street, Royal Wootton Bassett | 165 yd | |
| Dandelion Gifts and Coffee Shop | 49 High Street, Royal Wootton Bassett | 165 yd | |
| The Little Pottery Painting Co. Ltd | Unit 23, Apsley House | 212 yd | |
| Jo Jos | Units 4 And 12, Apsley House | 212 yd | |
| The Butchers Mate | 120A High Street, Royal Wootton Bassett | 229 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Angel Hotel | The Angel, High Street | 165 yd | |
| Conservative Club | 53 High Street, Royal Wootton Bassett | 165 yd | |
| The Red Lion | High Street, Royal Wootton Bassett | 165 yd | |
| The Crown Hotel | High Street, Royal Wootton Bassett | 270 yd | |
| Cross Keys Inn | High Street, Royal Wootton Bassett | 270 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Gourmet Oriental | 116 High Street, Royal Wootton Bassett | 100 yd | |
| China Chef | 119 High Street, Royal Wootton Bassett | 100 yd | |
| Subway | 40 High Street, Royal Wootton Bassett | 320 yd | |
| Mario's Pizza | 146 High Street, Royal Wootton Bassett | 467 yd | |
| Happy Cook Chinese Takeaway | 152A High Street, Royal Wootton Bassett | 467 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | 121-123 High Street, Royal Wootton Bassett | 100 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys, Borough Fields | 358 yd | |
| Tesco Express | Unit 4, Woodshaw Centre | 1,050 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Bartholomew'S Primary Academy THE ROSARY | grass pitches | 250 yd |
| Lime Kiln Leisure Centre LIME KILN | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 353 yd |
| Noremarsh Community Junior School Clarendon Drive | grass pitches | 496 yd |
| Royal Wootton Bassett Academy LIME KILN | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 524 yd |
| Longleaze Primary School Byron Avenue | grass pitches | 601 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.