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Chippenham Lowden & Rowden

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About

Chippenham's Lowden & Rowden ward is situated on the western edge of the town, primarily consisting of residential developments built from the mid-20th century onwards. The area is characterised by quiet, suburban streets and a mix of housing types, from semi-detached homes to modern estates. Its layout is functional, with local shopping parades providing essential services to residents. The ward is bordered by open countryside, offering accessible views and footpaths leading into the surrounding Wiltshire landscape.

A central feature is the historic Lowden Farm, which gives the area its name and stands as a reminder of the ward's agricultural past amidst modern expansion. The community is served by several schools and sports facilities, including a large leisure centre. Transport links are defined by the proximity to the A350, a major route running along the ward's boundary. This creates a practical environment focused on family living and convenient access to both Chippenham town centre and the wider region.

Area overview

On average Chippenham Lowden & Rowden has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 253 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 14.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Chippenham Lowden & Rowden is £54,934 per year. There are 2 schools in Chippenham Lowden & Rowden: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Chippenham Lowden & Rowden is home to around 3,667 people, with a population density of about 1,354.4 per km2.

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
253
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
14.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Chippenham Lowden & Rowden Population
3,667
Population density
1,354.4 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
122.17(+271%)
Anti-social behaviour
89.99(+496%)
Shoplifting
54.54(+718%)
Public order
37.91(+475%)
Criminal damage and arson
24.27(+273%)
South West average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
3,197
87.21%
Other White
213
5.81%
Indian
54
1.47%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
27
0.74%
Other Asian
25
0.68%
Total population: 3,666

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
1,086
35.95%
Level 3 (A level)
515
17.05%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
457
15.13%
No qualifications
443
14.66%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
324
10.72%
Total 16+ residents: 3,021

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
533
32.76%
Owns with a mortgage
498
30.61%
Other social rented
273
16.78%
Private landlord or letting agency
244
15%
Other forms of private rent
33
2.03%
Total households: 1,627

Property prices in Chippenham Lowden & Rowden

Based on 63 recent sales, the median property price is £385,000 in Chippenham Lowden & Rowden area, with individual transactions ranging from £55,000 up to £1,000,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Chippenham Lowden & Rowden in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Chippenham Lowden & Rowden over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached30£500,000
Flats5£140,000
Semi-Detached14£351,250
Terraced14£279,000

10 years median price trend in Chippenham Lowden & Rowden

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Chippenham Lowden & Rowden.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.