Clarendon Drive is in Wootton Bassett, Swindon and in North Wiltshire district. SN4 8BU is located in the Royal Wootton Bassett South & West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Wiltshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Clarendon Drive, Wootton Bassett, Swindon, SN4 8BU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SN4 8DB, SN4 8AJ, SN4 8DD, SN4 8BZ, SN4 8DG, SN4 8DA, SN4 8BT, SN4 8DF, SN4 8SZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SN4 8BU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.8% | 51.6% | -2.2% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 46.2% | 48.4% | 2.2% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of SN4 8BU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 65.5% 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 | 16.4% | 17.6% | 1.2% | 37.9% | -20.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 66% | 65.5% | -0.5% | 44.2% | 21.3% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 1.3% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 7% | 6.3% | -0.7% | 9.1% | -2.8% |
| Widowed | 9% | 9.2% | 0.2% | 6.1% | 3.1% |
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 | 47.9% | 50.5% | 2.6% | 48.4% | 2.1% |
| Good health | 32.9% | 32.4% | -0.5% | 33.6% | -1.2% |
| Fair health | 16.1% | 13.9% | -2.2% | 12.7% | 1.2% |
| Bad health | 2.4% | 2.1% | -0.3% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 14.8% | 12.7% | -2.1% | 18.2% | -5.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.8% | 13.5% | -3.3% | 9.6% | 3.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.2% | 9.7% | -7.5% | 13.4% | -3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.6% | 8% | 1.4% | 5.3% | 2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.7% | 18.1% | 7.4% | 16.9% | 1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.7% | 32.1% | 1.4% | 33.8% | -1.7% |
| Other | 3.3% | 5.9% | 2.6% | 2.8% | 3.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.4% 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 | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.9% | 96.4% | -1.5% | 81.4% | 15.0% |
| Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 90.4% 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 | 96.9% | 90.4% | -6.5% | 83.2% | 7.2% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 5.3% | 3.9% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 2.1% | 1.4% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.5% | 91.1% | -5.4% | 83.2% | 7.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.7% | 5.7% | 9.8% | -4.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.5% | 1.8% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.1% | 76.7% | 10.4% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| France | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 8.2% | 13.5% | -5.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.3% | 37.2% | -0.9% |
| Christian | 58% | 46.2% | 11.8% |
| Hindu | 1.8% | 1.7% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Clarendon Drive was 55.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 222.4% higher than the Lyneham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Clarendon Drive has the 5th highest crime rate of 38 local areas in Lyneham and the 572nd highest crime rate of 1,627 local areas in Wiltshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 33.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -29.7%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 81% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 57 Clarendon Drive, Swindon, Wiltshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £237,500 | 2019-04-26 | £304,059 |
| 53 Clarendon Drive, Swindon, Wiltshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2008-06-03 | £301,643 |
| 59 Clarendon Drive, Swindon, Wiltshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £83,000 | 1998-06-19 | £363,169 |
| 55 Clarendon Drive, Swindon, Wiltshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £75,500 | 1997-03-07 | £385,682 |
SN4 8BU 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 SN4 8BU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 43% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 103 |
| Full-Time Employee | 88 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Other | 0 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Education | 15 |
| Other | 9 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Noremarsh Junior School Clarendon Drive , Royal Wootton Bassett SN4 8BT | 2out of 4 | 307 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bartholomew's Primary Academy The Rosary , Royal Wootton Bassett SN4 8AZ | 2out of 4 | 367 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Longleaze Primary School Byron Avenue , Royal Wootton Bassett SN4 8BA | 3out of 4 | 486 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wootton Bassett Infants' School High Street , Royal Wootton Bassett SN4 7BS | 2out of 4 | 789 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lydiard Millicent CofE Primary School The Butts , Lydiard Millicent SN5 3LR | 3out of 4 | 4,094 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 | 805 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lydiard Park Academy Grange Park Way , Grange Park SN5 6HN | 3out of 4 | 4,308 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brambles | First And Second Floors, 132 High Street | 566 yd | |
| Dandelion Gifts and Coffee Shop | 49 High Street, Royal Wootton Bassett | 569 yd | |
| Oriental Aroma | 50 High Street, Royal Wootton Bassett | 569 yd | |
| The Butchers Mate | 120A High Street, Royal Wootton Bassett | 575 yd | |
| The Little Gem | 127A High Street, Royal Wootton Bassett | 593 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wootton Bassett Bowls Club | Tanners Close, Royal Wootton Bassett | 516 yd | |
| The Angel Hotel | The Angel, High Street | 569 yd | |
| Conservative Club | 53 High Street, Royal Wootton Bassett | 569 yd | |
| The Red Lion | High Street, Royal Wootton Bassett | 569 yd | |
| The Crown Hotel | High Street, Royal Wootton Bassett | 593 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Gourmet Oriental | 116 High Street, Royal Wootton Bassett | 498 yd | |
| China Chef | 119 High Street, Royal Wootton Bassett | 498 yd | |
| Lees Fish and Chips | Unit 3, Woodshaw Centre | 619 yd | |
| Peking House | Unit 2, Woodshaw Centre | 619 yd | |
| Subway | 40 High Street, Royal Wootton Bassett | 651 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | 121-123 High Street, Royal Wootton Bassett | 498 yd | |
| Tesco Express | Unit 4, Woodshaw Centre | 619 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys, Borough Fields | 717 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Noremarsh Community Junior School Clarendon Drive | grass pitches | 343 yd |
| St Bartholomew'S Primary Academy THE ROSARY | grass pitches | 455 yd |
| Longleaze Primary School Byron Avenue | grass pitches | 497 yd |
| Lime Kiln Leisure Centre LIME KILN | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 765 yd |
| Royal Wootton Bassett Academy LIME KILN | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 916 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 | 225 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 256.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 22.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 23.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.