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About

Penhill sits on the eastern edge of Swindon, characterised by its post-war housing estates built to accommodate the town's growth. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of terraced and semi-detached homes. A large expanse of open grassland and playing fields runs through its centre, providing a significant green corridor for the community.

The local shopping precinct on Penhill Drive serves as the main hub for everyday needs. Housing layouts often feature cul-de-sacs and crescents, creating a network of quieter side streets. The area is directly bordered by the Marlborough Road, a major route connecting to Swindon's town centre and the M4 motorway.

Area overview

On average Penhill has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 94 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 56.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Penhill is £40,555 per year. There are 1 schools in Penhill: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Penhill is home to around 6,859 people, with a population density of about 4,769.5 per km2.

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
94
Deprivation level
10/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
56.1%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Penhill Population
6,859
Population density
4,769.5 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
52.78(+60%)
Anti-social behaviour
24.2(+60%)
Criminal damage and arson
10.06(+55%)
Public order
9.19(+39%)
Shoplifting
8.02(+20%)
South West average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,897
85.97%
Other White
320
4.67%
Indian
101
1.47%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
91
1.33%
African
77
1.12%
Total population: 6,859

Economics

Education (age 16+)

No qualifications
1,340
26.84%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
966
19.35%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
882
17.66%
Level 4+ (Degree)
705
14.12%
Level 3 (A level)
666
13.34%
Total 16+ residents: 4,993

Housing

Housing tenure

Social rents from council
1,492
53.08%
Owns outright
511
18.18%
Owns with a mortgage
491
17.47%
Private landlord or letting agency
185
6.58%
Other social rented
79
2.81%
Total households: 2,811

Property prices in Penhill

Based on 27 recent sales, the median property price is £263,000 in Penhill area, with individual transactions ranging from £110,000 up to £470,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Penhill 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 Penhill over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached1£250,000
Flats1£110,000
Semi-Detached14£293,500
Terraced11£225,000

10 years median price trend in Penhill

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

All postcodes in Penhill

SN25LX

Grafton Road

SN25BP

Somerford Close

SN25EQ

Wilcot Avenue

SN25HN

Penhill Drive

SN25NA

Penhill and Upper Stratton

SN253AA

Fairford Crescent

SN25JS

Avebury Road

SN25LB

Allington Road

SN25LY

Shrewton Walk

SN253AQ

Hillary Close

SN25NF

Wilton Walk

SN25BN

Penhill Drive

SN25NR

Chippenham Walk

SN25JL

Seagry Court

SN253BA

Eastville Road

SN25JU

Downton Road

SN25AB

Cricklade Road

SN25BW

Penhill Drive

SN25EF

Penhill Drive

SN25JD

Amesbury Close

SN253ST

Orchid Close

SN25JB

Aldbourne Close

SN25BZ

Tilshead Walk

SN253BE

Mendip Close

SN25ER

Penhill Drive

SN25LL

Penhill Drive

SN25BU

Marston Avenue

SN25DE

Leigh Road

SN25NG

Shrewton Walk

SN25BL

Corsham Road

SN25EB

Sherston Avenue

SN253AB

Fairford Crescent

SN25ED

Fyfield Avenue

SN25HE

Cleverton Court

SN25EL

Pewsham Road

SN25LA

Allington Road

SN253AG

Crossways Avenue

SN25DX

Penhill Drive

SN25HP

Woodford Close

SN253AT

Haydon View Road

SN25BX

Trowbridge Close

SN25HS

Burbage Road

SN25LS

Milston Avenue

SN25HT

Westwood Road

Data Sources

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