What are house prices in Gorse Hill?

Based on 64 recent sales, the median price is £235,750.

How safe is Gorse Hill?

Crime level in Gorse Hill is high with about 93 crimes per 1,000 residents.

How deprived is Gorse Hill?

Deprivation score 7/10 (rank 10493 of 32844 in country).

How many households are in Gorse Hill?

There are 2,883 households in Gorse Hill

What's the average income in Gorse Hill?

Average resident income is about £40,500 per year.

What home types are most common in Gorse Hill?

Housing mix: terraced 54.6%, semi-detached 22.6%.

How much social housing is near Gorse Hill?

About 14.5% across the Gorse Hill area.

What's the Gorse Hill population and density?

Gorse Hill population is 7,295 with density 3631.3 per km².

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Q: What schools in Gorse Hill and how are they rated?

There are 1 schools in Gorse Hill: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good)

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About

Gorse Hill is a residential area located in the northwest of Swindon, known for its mix of housing types, including Victorian terraces, post-war homes, and modern developments. The area has a strong sense of community, with local amenities such as shops, schools, and parks serving residents. Gorse Hill Park is a focal point, offering green space and recreational facilities.

Transport links are convenient, with easy access to Swindon town centre and the M4 motorway. The area has a practical, working-class character, with a range of independent businesses and community initiatives. While it has faced challenges, ongoing regeneration efforts aim to improve infrastructure and housing. Gorse Hill provides an affordable option for families and first-time buyers in Swindon.

Area overview

On average Gorse Hill has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 93 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 14.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Gorse Hill is £40,500 per year. There are 1 schools in Gorse Hill: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

7/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

7/10

Income level

2/10

Social housing

14.5%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Gorse Hill Population

7,295

Population density

3,631.3 per km²

Demographics

British

4,096

56.15%

Indian

1,571

21.54%

Other White

605

8.29%

Other

195

2.67%

Other Asian

170

2.33%

Total population: 7,295

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

947

32.87%

Private landlord or letting agency

671

23.29%

Owns outright

654

22.7%

Social rents from council

372

12.91%

Other social rented

140

4.86%

Total households: 2,881

Property prices in Gorse Hill

Based on 64 recent sales, the median property price is £235,750 in Gorse Hill area, with individual transactions ranging from £160,000 up to £375,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Flats	1	£160,000	£160,000	£160,000	£160,000	£160,000
Semi-Detached	16	£257,500	£197,250	£225,000	£312,000	£357,750
Terraced	47	£235,000	£180,000	£217,500	£256,000	£273,200

10 years price trend in Gorse Hill

All postcodes in Gorse Hill

SN28DS

Bramble Road

SN28QF

Dunbeath Court

SN21AN

Wilcox Close

SN21AT

Malvern Road

SN21BB

Beatrice Street

SN21BG

Beatrice Street

SN21EZ

Kitchener Street

SN28AH

Edinburgh Street

SN28EZ

Bramble Road

SN28QE

Dunbeath Court

SN28YY

Gorse Hill

SN28AA

Caulfield Road

SN28AL

Cirencester Way

SN28YZ

Bramble Road

SN28AW

Kembrey Street

SN27BB

Gorse Hill

SN28AX

Tydeman Street

SN28BL

Bramble Road

SN28BT

Caulfield Road

SN28DY

Carpenters Lane

SN28XP

Dunbeath Road

SN21BW

Whiteman Street

SN21XA

May Close

SN28AF

Bright Street

SN28ES

Bramble Road

SN21BF

Tiverton Road

SN21RP

Acacia Grove

SN28YS

Gorse Hill

SN28DG

Buller Street

SN28XU

Millbuck Close

SN21AG

Kembrey Street

SN21RH

Pinehurst Road

SN21AS

Malvern Road

SN21RR

Tulip Tree Close

SN21UU

May Close

SN28DJ

Chapel Street

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail