Pavenhill is in Purton, Swindon and in North Wiltshire district. SN5 4BY is located in the Purton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Wiltshire. This postcode has been in use since 2000-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Pavenhill, Purton, Swindon, SN5 4BY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SN5 4BS, SN5 4DB, SN5 4DJ, SN5 4DN, SN5 4DD, SN5 4BX, SN5 4DL, SN5 4DA, SN5 3XW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SN5 4BY has a slightly higher male population, with 51.9% 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 | 52.2% | 48.1% | -4.1% | 51.0% | -2.9% |
| Male | 47.8% | 51.9% | 4.1% | 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% | 28.7% | 5.7% | 37.9% | -9.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.6% | 48.6% | -8.0% | 44.2% | 4.4% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 1.7% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 10.9% | 12.8% | 1.9% | 9.1% | 3.7% |
| Widowed | 6.8% | 8.1% | 1.3% | 6.1% | 2.0% |
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 | 44.3% | 41.4% | -2.9% | 48.4% | -7.0% |
| Good health | 37.1% | 40.8% | 3.7% | 33.6% | 7.2% |
| Fair health | 13.5% | 13.7% | 0.2% | 12.7% | 1.0% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 3.2% | -0.9% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.9% | 17.8% | -10.1% | 18.2% | -0.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.8% | 10.4% | -2.4% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.2% | 14.5% | -1.7% | 13.4% | 1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.2% | 8.1% | 0.9% | 5.3% | 2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.8% | 16.5% | 6.7% | 16.9% | -0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.8% | 29% | 5.2% | 33.8% | -4.8% |
| Other | 2.3% | 3.7% | 1.4% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 96.9% | 99.4% | 2.5% | 81.4% | 18.0% |
| Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 99.4% 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% | 99.4% | 2.5% | 83.2% | 16.2% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 0.3% | -1.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.5% | 99.4% | 2.9% | 83.2% | 16.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 9.8% | -9.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 0% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81% | 76.7% | 4.3% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 18.7% | 13.5% | 5.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.9% | 37.2% | 6.7% |
| Christian | 48% | 46.2% | 1.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.6% | 6.0% | 1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pavenhill was 26.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 40.5% lower than the Purton average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Pavenhill has the 7th lowest crime rate of 23 local areas in Purton and the 519th lowest crime rate of 1,627 local areas in Wiltshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -71.4%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 83% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Blacklands Pavenhill, Swindon, Wiltshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2024-06-04 | £335,914 |
| 15 Blacklands Pavenhill, Swindon, Wiltshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £268,500 | 2023-02-17 | £279,553 |
| 11 Blacklands Pavenhill, Swindon, Wiltshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2020-12-07 | £311,699 |
| 9 Pavenhill, Swindon, Wiltshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2019-05-10 | £467,868 |
| 7 Pavenhill, Swindon, Wiltshire Detached, an established residential building | £357,250 | 2018-07-30 | £434,540 |
SN5 4BY 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 | 95 |
| Retired | 75 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 33 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Education | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Purton College Road , Purton SN5 4AR | 3out of 4 | 1,156 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lydiard Millicent CofE Primary School The Butts , Lydiard Millicent SN5 3LR | 3out of 4 | 2,106 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ridgeway Farm CofE Academy The Buffer , Purton SN5 4GT | 3out of 4 | 3,548 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Peatmoor Community Primary School Pepperbox Hill , Peatmoor SN5 5DP | 3out of 4 | 3,802 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brook Field Primary School Cartwright Drive , Shaw SN5 5SB | - not rated | 4,051 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bradon Forest School The Peak , Purton SN5 4AT | 3out of 4 | 914 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lydiard Park Academy Grange Park Way , Grange Park SN5 6HN | 3out of 4 | 4,547 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Royal Wootton Bassett Academy Lime Kiln , Royal Wootton Bassett SN4 7HG | 4out of 4 | 4,942 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey Park School The Learning Campus , Redhouse Way SN25 2ND | 1out of 4 | 5,306 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brimble Hill Special School Tadpole Lane , Redhouse SN25 2NB | 3out of 4 | 4,985 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Uplands School The Learning Campus , Tadpole Lane SN25 2NB | 4out of 4 | 5,311 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spice Express | 6 The Parade, Pavenhill | 172 yd | |
| PIPS, Purton Community Cafe | Silver Threads Hall, High Street | 720 yd | |
| The Maharajah | 6 High Street, Purton | 1,075 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Royal George | Pavenhill, Purton | 259 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Purton Pizza &Grill | 4 The Parade, Pavenhill | 172 yd | |
| Purton Thai | 8 The Parade, Pavenhill | 172 yd | |
| The Four Seasons | 9 The Parade, Pavenhill | 172 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bradon Forest School THE PEAK | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 802 yd |
| St. Mary'S C Of E Primary School ST MARYS C OF E PRIMARY SCHOOL ST MARYS C OF E PRIMARY SCHOOL COLLEGE ROAD | grass pitches | 927 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 | 68.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 86.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 400 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 400 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 46.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 400 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.