Area Guide – Swindon (SN)

Living in Swindon (SN)

Crime levels in Swindon (SN) are around the England average, several well-rated schools nearby, local rail access nearby, flood risk is generally low across much of the area, though street-level conditions can vary. Air quality is broadly good, though conditions may vary by street.

At a glance

Quick answers about living in Swindon (SN)

Is Swindon (SN) a good place to live?

Swindon (SN) has crime levels close to the England average, several well-rated schools nearby and local rail access.

Are there good schools in Swindon (SN)?

Yes. 30 schools within 2 mi — 1 Outstanding, 12 Good (Ofsted).

What should buyers or renters check street by street in Swindon (SN)?

Flood risk, train noise and air quality can vary by street, so these should be checked using the relevant maps and local tools before choosing a property.

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shield Crime Around England average (72 vs 81 per 1,000)

school Schools 30 schools within 2 mi — 1 Outstanding, 12 Good (Ofsted)

**About Ofsted inspection information:** Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying newer Ofsted report cards will be added to school summary pages in a future update.
School	Type	Ofsted	Distance
King William Street Church of England Primary School	Primary	Good	0.1 mi
Holy Rood Catholic Primary School	Primary	Good	0.2 mi
Holy Rood Catholic Infant School	Primary	Not rated	0.2 mi
Gilberts Hill Infant School	Primary	Not rated	0.3 mi
Holy Rood Catholic Junior School	Primary	Not rated	0.4 mi
Lethbridge Primary School	Primary	Good	0.4 mi
Lethbridge Infants' School	Primary	Not rated	0.4 mi
Lethbridge Junior School	Primary	Not rated	0.4 mi
Drove Infants' School	Primary	Not rated	0.5 mi
Drove Primary School	Primary	Good	0.5 mi
The Drove Junior School	Primary	Not rated	0.5 mi
The Commonweal School	Secondary	Good	0.6 mi
Lainesmead Primary School and Nursery	Primary	Good	0.6 mi
Lainesmead Junior School	Primary	Not rated	0.7 mi
The Croft Primary School	Primary	Not rated	0.7 mi
Lawn Manor Academy	Secondary	Good	0.7 mi
Churchfields Academy	Secondary	Not rated	0.7 mi
Holy Cross Catholic Primary School	Primary	Good	0.7 mi
UTC Swindon	Secondary	Requires Improvement	0.7 mi
Robert Le Kyng Primary School	Primary	Good	0.8 mi
Churchfields School	Secondary	Not rated	0.8 mi
St Joseph's Catholic College	Secondary	Good	0.9 mi
Swindon College	16 plus	Not rated	0.9 mi
New College Swindon	16 plus	Not rated	1.0 mi
Lawn Infant School	Primary	Not rated	1.0 mi
East Wichel Primary School & Nursery	Primary	Outstanding	1.1 mi
Mountford Manor Primary School	Primary	Good	1.1 mi
Mountford Manor Junior School	Primary	Not rated	1.1 mi
Mountford Manor Infants' School	Primary	Not rated	1.1 mi
Lawn Primary and Nursery School	Primary	Good	1.1 mi

directions_railway Transport Rail access via Swindon Rail Station

Station	Distance
Swindon Rail Station	0.7 mi

water Flood risk Flood risk is generally low across much of the area — check the flood map for street-level detail

volume_up Train noise Railway noise may affect streets closer to rail lines — use the noise map to check specific locations

air Air quality Good air quality (PM2.5: 7.0 µg/m³) — conditions vary by street

local_hospital Healthcare 36 GP surgeries within 2 miles, with A&E hospitals within easy reach

Name	Type	Distance
VICTORIA CROSS SURGERY	GP Surgery	0.1 mi
TURNING POINT (IMPACT)	GP Surgery	0.3 mi
CGL SWINDON ADULTS SMS	GP Surgery	0.3 mi
UTURN	GP Surgery	0.3 mi
THE HERMITAGE SURGERY	GP Surgery	0.4 mi
HERMITAGE SURGERY	GP Surgery	0.4 mi
BSW SAS CLINIC	GP Surgery	0.5 mi
CARFAX MEDICAL CENTRE	GP Surgery	0.5 mi
WHALEBRIDGE PRACTICE	GP Surgery	0.5 mi
GP CARE UK LTD SWINDON COMMUNITY UROLOGY	GP Surgery	0.5 mi
SWINDON ALCOHOL SERVICE	GP Surgery	0.5 mi
WALK IN CENTRE (WIC)	GP Surgery	0.5 mi
PARK LANE PRACTICE	GP Surgery	0.7 mi
OLD TOWN SURGERY	GP Surgery	0.8 mi
INDEPENDENT HEALTH GROUP	GP Surgery	0.8 mi
STEAM MUSEUM WESTROP PRACTICE - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE	GP Surgery	0.8 mi
STEAM MUSEUM WESTROP PRACTICE - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE 2	GP Surgery	0.8 mi
THE LAWN MEDICAL CENTRE	GP Surgery	1.0 mi
GREAT WESTERN SURGERY - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE	GP Surgery	1.1 mi
GREAT WESTERN SURGERY	GP Surgery	1.1 mi
GREAT WESTERN SURGERY	GP Surgery	1.1 mi
KINGSWOOD SURGERY - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE	GP Surgery	1.1 mi
KINGSWOOD SURGERY	GP Surgery	1.1 mi
PRIORY ROAD MEDICAL CENTRE	GP Surgery	1.4 mi
PRIORY ROAD MEDICAL CENTRE - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE	GP Surgery	1.4 mi
HAWTHORN MEDICAL CENTRE	GP Surgery	1.4 mi
ELDENE SURGERY - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE	GP Surgery	1.8 mi
LAKESIDE PRACTICE	GP Surgery	1.8 mi
ELDENE SURGERY	GP Surgery	1.8 mi
PHOENIX SURGERY	GP Surgery	1.8 mi
NYTHE SURGERY	GP Surgery	1.8 mi
DIABETES COMMUNITY SERVICE	GP Surgery	1.9 mi
DIABETES CLINIC	GP Surgery	1.9 mi
GPWSI DERMATOLOGY CLINIC	GP Surgery	1.9 mi
CROSSROADS SURGERY	GP Surgery	2.0 mi
CROSSROADS SURGERY	GP Surgery	2.0 mi
GREAT WESTERN HOSPITAL	A&E Hospital	2.6 mi