Swinburne Place is in Wootton Bassett, Swindon and in North Wiltshire district. SN4 8LE 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 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Swinburne Place, Wootton Bassett, Swindon, SN4 8LE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SN4 8LB, SN4 8LF, SN4 8JW, SN4 7HN, SN4 8LD, SN4 8LA, SN4 8JX, SN4 8JT, SN4 8JY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SN4 8LE has a slightly higher male population, with 51% 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 | 52.8% | 49% | -3.8% | 51.0% | -2.0% |
| Male | 47.2% | 51% | 3.8% | 49.0% | 2.0% |
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 | 16.9% | 24.6% | 7.7% | 37.9% | -13.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.4% | 46.4% | -9.0% | 44.2% | 2.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 1.9% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 10.8% | 13.3% | 2.5% | 9.1% | 4.2% |
| Widowed | 13.8% | 13.7% | -0.1% | 6.1% | 7.6% |
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 | 43.5% | 41.5% | -2.0% | 48.4% | -6.9% |
| Good health | 31.7% | 39.8% | 8.1% | 33.6% | 6.2% |
| Fair health | 19.1% | 14.5% | -4.6% | 12.7% | 1.8% |
| Bad health | 5.7% | 3.7% | -2.0% | 4.0% | -0.3% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 | 28.2% | 23% | -5.2% | 18.2% | 4.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.4% | 12.4% | -5.0% | 9.6% | 2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.9% | 14.4% | -0.5% | 13.4% | 1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 5.7% | 2.6% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.8% | 16.3% | 2.5% | 16.9% | -0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.5% | 24.4% | 4.9% | 33.8% | -9.4% |
| Other | 3.1% | 3.8% | 0.7% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 2.8% | 2.1% | -0.7% | 1.6% | 0.5% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.5% | -0.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 93.5% | 94.6% | 1.1% | 81.4% | 13.2% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 88% 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 | 92.3% | 88% | -4.3% | 83.2% | 4.8% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 7% | 6.2% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 2.5% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.8% | 1.2% | -1.6% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.6% | 0.4% | -1.2% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.3% | 88.4% | -3.9% | 83.2% | 5.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.2% | 6.2% | 9.8% | -3.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 2.9% | 0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.1% | 1.2% | -4.9% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.8% | 76.7% | -1.9% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| France | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Romania | 2.5% | 0.9% | 1.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| South-East Asia | 2.1% | 0.2% | 1.9% |
| No passport held | 18.9% | 13.5% | 5.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.2% | 37.2% | 7.0% |
| Christian | 47.5% | 46.2% | 1.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Swinburne Place was 12.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 28.7% lower than the Lyneham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Swinburne Place has the 9th lowest crime rate of 38 local areas in Lyneham and the 169th lowest crime rate of 1,627 local areas in Wiltshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -28.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Swinburne Place, Swindon, Wiltshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2025-05-29 | £275,039 |
| 8 Swinburne Place, Swindon, Wiltshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2025-03-28 | £261,299 |
| 16 Swinburne Place, Swindon, Wiltshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2024-11-29 | £299,135 |
| 14 Swinburne Place, Swindon, Wiltshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2024-05-29 | £283,512 |
| 4 Swinburne Place, Swindon, Wiltshire Terraced, an established residential building | £236,000 | 2024-03-08 | £252,787 |
SN4 8LE 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 8LE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 71 |
| Full-Time Employee | 57 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Longleaze Primary School Byron Avenue , Royal Wootton Bassett SN4 8BA | 3out of 4 | 424 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bartholomew's Primary Academy The Rosary , Royal Wootton Bassett SN4 8AZ | 2out of 4 | 482 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Noremarsh Junior School Clarendon Drive , Royal Wootton Bassett SN4 8BT | 2out of 4 | 1,096 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wootton Bassett Infants' School High Street , Royal Wootton Bassett SN4 7BS | 2out of 4 | 1,326 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lydiard Millicent CofE Primary School The Butts , Lydiard Millicent SN5 3LR | 3out of 4 | 3,376 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 | 497 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lydiard Park Academy Grange Park Way , Grange Park SN5 6HN | 3out of 4 | 3,948 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bradon Forest School The Peak , Purton SN5 4AT | 3out of 4 | 4,798 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 894 yd | |
| Dandelion Gifts and Coffee Shop | 49 High Street, Royal Wootton Bassett | 895 yd | |
| The Little Pottery Painting Co. Ltd | Unit 23, Apsley House | 941 yd | |
| Jo Jos | Units 4 And 12, Apsley House | 941 yd | |
| The Butchers Mate | 120A High Street, Royal Wootton Bassett | 965 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Royal Wootton Bassett | Old Malmesbury Road, Royal Wootton Bassett | 405 yd | |
| The Angel Hotel | The Angel, High Street | 894 yd | |
| Conservative Club | 53 High Street, Royal Wootton Bassett | 894 yd | |
| The Red Lion | High Street, Royal Wootton Bassett | 894 yd | |
| Woodshaw Inn | Garraways, Royal Wootton Bassett | 953 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden City | 38B Gainsborough Avenue, Royal Wootton Bassett | 138 yd | |
| New Gourmet Oriental | 116 High Street, Royal Wootton Bassett | 836 yd | |
| China Chef | 119 High Street, Royal Wootton Bassett | 836 yd | |
| Lees Fish and Chips | Unit 3, Woodshaw Centre | 953 yd | |
| Peking House | Unit 2, Woodshaw Centre | 953 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | 121-123 High Street, Royal Wootton Bassett | 836 yd | |
| Tesco Express | Unit 4, Woodshaw Centre | 953 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys, Borough Fields | 1,082 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Longleaze Primary School Byron Avenue | grass pitches | 333 yd |
| St Bartholomew'S Primary Academy THE ROSARY | grass pitches | 491 yd |
| Royal Wootton Bassett Academy LIME KILN | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 597 yd |
| Lime Kiln Leisure Centre LIME KILN | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 609 yd |
| Ballards Ash Sports Ground BRINKWORTH ROAD | grass pitches | 878 yd |
| Gerard Buxton Sports Ground GERARD BUXTON SPORTS GROUND GERARD BUXTON SPORTS GROUND BRINKWORTH ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 948 yd |
| Noremarsh Community Junior School Clarendon Drive | grass pitches | 1,081 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 87.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.