Letterage Road is in Peatmoor, Swindon and in Thamesdown district. SN5 5BA is located in the Shaw electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Swindon. This postcode has been in use since 1994-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Letterage Road, Peatmoor, Swindon, SN5 5BA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SN5 5AZ, SN5 5AW, SN5 5DH, SN5 4GU, SN5 5BN, SN5 5BW, SN5 5DP, SN5 5DE, SN5 4FL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SN5 5BA 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 | 53.9% | 50.2% | -3.7% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 46.1% | 49.8% | 3.7% | 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.
In the immediate area around SN5 5BA, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 50.9% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 46.8% | 50.9% | 4.1% | 37.9% | 13.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 31.2% | 31.8% | 0.6% | 44.2% | -12.4% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 3.5% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Divorced | 16.8% | 12.1% | -4.7% | 9.1% | 3.0% |
| Widowed | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
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 | 45.3% | 45.1% | -0.2% | 48.4% | -3.3% |
| Good health | 34.7% | 32.3% | -2.4% | 33.6% | -1.3% |
| Fair health | 12.7% | 14% | 1.3% | 12.7% | 1.3% |
| Bad health | 6.1% | 6.8% | 0.7% | 4.0% | 2.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 20.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 21.4% | 20.2% | -1.2% | 18.2% | 2.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 23.1% | 11.6% | -11.5% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 23.1% | 22.5% | -0.6% | 13.4% | 9.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 5.2% | -0.6% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.1% | 18.5% | 6.4% | 16.9% | 1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.7% | 20.8% | 8.1% | 33.8% | -13.0% |
| Other | 1.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% | 2.8% | -1.6% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.8% | 1.7% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -1.4% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 4.7% | 4.3% | 2.5% | 2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2% | 1.7% | -0.3% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| White | 95.1% | 88.9% | -6.2% | 81.4% | 7.5% |
In this area, 93.6% 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 | 92.7% | 93.6% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 10.4% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 2.6% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Africa | 3.3% | 3.4% | 0.1% | 2.7% | 0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.7% | 92.8% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 9.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 6.4% | 6.0% | 9.8% | -3.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.6% | 0.4% | -1.2% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.5% | 0% | -4.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.5% | 76.7% | -7.2% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 28.4% | 13.5% | 14.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.6% | 37.2% | 13.4% |
| Christian | 40.4% | 46.2% | -5.8% |
| Hindu | 1.3% | 1.7% | -0.4% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.8% | 6.0% | 0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Letterage Road was 143.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 272.2% higher than the Shaw average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Letterage Road has the 2nd highest crime rate of 20 local areas in Shaw and the 120th highest crime rate of 728 local areas in Swindon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 103.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -58.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Letterage Road, Swindon, Swindon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2023-07-21 | £243,300 |
| 4 Letterage Road, Swindon, Swindon Terraced, an established residential building | £138,750 | 2017-01-18 | £186,979 |
| 2 Letterage Road, Swindon, Swindon Terraced, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2016-12-06 | £249,305 |
| 7 Letterage Road, Swindon, Swindon Terraced, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2016-02-23 | £268,612 |
| 1 Letterage Road, Swindon, Swindon Terraced, an established residential building | £134,000 | 2014-01-17 | £233,689 |
| Full-Time Employee | 60 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Retired | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Education | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ridgeway Farm CofE Academy The Buffer , Purton SN5 4GT | 3out of 4 | 213 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Peatmoor Community Primary School Pepperbox Hill , Peatmoor SN5 5DP | 3out of 4 | 270 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brook Field Primary School Cartwright Drive , Shaw SN5 5SB | - not rated | 1,105 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shaw Ridge Primary School Ridge Green , Shaw SN5 5PU | 3out of 4 | 1,951 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Francis CofE Primary School Aiken Road , Taw Hill SN25 1UH | 4out of 4 | 1,998 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nova Hreod Academy Akers Way , Moredon SN2 2NQ | 3out of 4 | 2,277 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bradon Forest School The Peak , Purton SN5 4AT | 3out of 4 | 2,668 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lydiard Park Academy Grange Park Way , Grange Park SN5 6HN | 3out of 4 | 2,728 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey Park School The Learning Campus , Redhouse Way SN25 2ND | 1out of 4 | 3,218 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| UTC Swindon Bristol Street , SN1 5ET | 1out of 4 | 3,992 yd | University technical college | No | 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 | 3,839 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | 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 | 2,990 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Uplands School The Learning Campus , Tadpole Lane SN25 2NB | 4out of 4 | 3,320 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| EOTAS Swindon Ferndale Road , Ferndale SN2 1HL | 3out of 4 | 3,763 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Churchward School William Morris Way , SN25 2PP | - not rated | 4,831 yd | Free schools special | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Crowdys Hill School Jefferies Avenue , SN2 7HJ | 3out of 4 | 4,928 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mantra | Unit 2, Peatmoor Village Centre | 277 yd | |
| Bengal Square | Unit 2, Peatmoor Village Centre | 277 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodlands Edge | Midwinter Close, Peatmoor | 265 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lee's Chinese Takeaway | Unit 5, Peatmoor Village Centre | 277 yd | |
| Roughmoor Fish & Chip Shop | Unit 4, Peatmoor Village Centre | 277 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midcounties Co-operative | Unit 1, Peatmoor Village Centre | 277 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Peatmoor Community Primary School PEPPERBOX HILL | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 163 yd |
| 24 Hr Gym SENSOR HOUSE SENSOR HOUSE LANGLEY ROAD | health and fitness suite | 839 yd |
| Brook Field Primary School Cartwright Drive | athletics tracks, grass pitches | 1,072 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 | 47.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 186.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 24.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.