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Chippenham Sheldon

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About

The Sheldon ward encompasses a residential area on the eastern side of Chippenham, bordered by the A4 Bath Road to the north. It is primarily characterised by modern housing estates, including the large Pewsham development, alongside local schools and community facilities. The ward contains a significant amount of green space, with the River Avon forming part of its western boundary and providing a natural corridor through the landscape.

The area includes the grounds of Sheldon Manor, a medieval manor house with origins dating to the 13th century, which adds a distinct historical layer. Daily life is supported by a local shopping centre on Marshfield Road and the nearby Pewsham Leisure Centre. The ward's layout is defined by its proximity to major transport routes, including the M4 motorway to the south, influencing its primarily commuter-based character.

Area overview

On average Chippenham Sheldon has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 78 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 31.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Chippenham Sheldon is £58,415 per year. There are 1 schools in Chippenham Sheldon: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Chippenham Sheldon is home to around 5,393 people, with a population density of about 4,911.2 per km2.

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
78
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
31.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Chippenham Sheldon Population
5,393
Population density
4,911.2 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
39.87(+19%)
Anti-social behaviour
15.58(+4%)
Criminal damage and arson
13.72(+111%)
Public order
7.6(+16%)
Other theft
4.26(-24%)
South West average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
4,815
89.3%
Other White
226
4.19%
Bangladeshi
42
0.78%
Other Asian
41
0.76%
Indian
40
0.74%
Total population: 5,392

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
1,068
24.55%
No qualifications
873
20.06%
Level 3 (A level)
761
17.49%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
658
15.12%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
637
14.64%
Total 16+ residents: 4,351

Housing

Housing tenure

Other social rented
680
29.1%
Owns with a mortgage
674
28.84%
Owns outright
624
26.7%
Private landlord or letting agency
187
8%
Social rents from council
88
3.77%
Total households: 2,337

Property prices in Chippenham Sheldon

Based on 65 recent sales, the median property price is £262,500 in Chippenham Sheldon area, with individual transactions ranging from £121,500 up to £495,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Chippenham Sheldon 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 Sheldon over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached3£399,000
Flats8£145,000
Semi-Detached27£275,000
Terraced27£261,500

10 years median price trend in Chippenham Sheldon

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Chippenham Sheldon.

All postcodes in Chippenham Sheldon

SN140HQ

Woodlands Road

SN140SZ

Sidney Wood Court

SN140HS

Brook Street

SN140JA

Redland

SN140JQ

Wessex Close

SN140HP

Brook Street

SN140EZ

Beechwood Road

SN140RX

Westerleigh Close

SN140BA

Hungerdown Lane

SN140HX

Clifton Close

SN140DW

Little Down

SN140LW

Honeybrook Close

SN140JB

Redland

SN151NT

Bristol Road

SN140JR

Hungerdown Lane

SN140BX

Sheldon Road

SN140AP

Ladyfield Road

SN140HB

Park Avenue

SN140EB

Canterbury Street

SN140DA

Sheldon Road

SN140AD

Bath Road

SN140TU

Andrews Close

SN140NA

Westcroft

SN140ND

Westcroft

SN140BT

Sheldon Road

SN140AL

Ladyfield Road

SN140EU

Plantation Road

SN140FH

Litherland Close

SN140EQ

Loyalty Street

SN140TX

Andrews Close

SN140EF

Loyalty Street

SN140NU

Westcroft

SN140FQ

Westinghouse Park

SN140DZ

Canterbury Street

SN140BU

Sheldon Road

SN140AJ

Ladyfield Road

SN140BB

Hungerdown Lane

SN140HY

Patchway

SN140HN

Brook Street

SN140SB

Southmead

SN140HJ

Woodlands Road

SN140RY

Stockwood Road

SN140EA

Canterbury Street

SN140AS

Kingsley Road

SN140AB

Bath Road

SN140LP

Saxon Street

SN140RT

Southmead

SN140BG

Orchard Crescent

SN140DB

Stonelea Close

SN140AA

Downing Street

SN140EG

Loyalty Street

SN140HL

Woodlands Road

SN140NE

Westcroft

SN140HF

Woodlands Road

SN140BF

Kingsley Road

SN140LZ

Westcroft

SN140SA

Chelwood Close

SN140DT

Palmer Street

SN140AR

Unity Street

SN140NB

Westcroft

SN140RU

Southmead

SN140HH

Woodlands Road

SN140DP

Marlborough Court

SN151NS

Bristol Road

SN140EX

Plantation Road

SN140HZ

Patchway

SN140AE

Bath Road

SN151NR

Bristol Road

SN140JF

Plantation Road

SN140RN

Saltersford Lane

SN140AT

Bath Road

SN140HG

Woodlands Road

SN140JG

Applewood Close

SN140HU

Boothmead

SN140EE

Dover Street

SN140AN

Ladyfield Road

SN140FR

Flying Scotsman Close

SN140LS

Westcroft

SN140RZ

Stockwood Road

SN140LY

Westcroft

SN140BP

Sheldon Road

SN140BZ

Sheldon Road

SN140BE

Orchard Road

SN140ES

Loyalty Street

SN140HR

Brook Street

SN140DE

Parliament Street

SN140DD

Stonelea Close

SN140BQ

Portway

SN140HT

Neeld Crescent

SN140HW

Brook Street

SN140HA

Park Avenue

SN140JE

Brook Street

SN140DF

Westminster Gardens

SN140BS

Sheldon Road

SN140EY

Chestnut Road

SN140BY

Sheldon Road

SN140JN

Hungerdown Lane

SN140JD

Redland

SN140FP

Signal Way

SN140BW

Sheldon Road

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.