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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 very high crime levels, with around 99 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
9/10
Crimes per 1k residents
99
Deprivation level
9/10
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
54.53(+63%)
Anti-social behaviour
24.93(+67%)
Criminal damage and arson
11.37(+75%)
Public order
9.77(+49%)
Shoplifting
7.87(+19%)
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 £120,000 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
Semi-Detached13£287,000
Terraced12£212,500
Flats2£122,500

10 years median price trend in Penhill

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

All postcodes in Penhill

SN25BP

Somerford Close

SN25HU

Westwood Road

SN25DT

Penhill Drive

SN25NS

Chippenham Walk

SN25HA

Kencot Court

SN25AA

Cricklade Road

SN25LB

Allington Road

SN25HF

Alton Close

SN25BS

Oaksey Road

SN25EF

Penhill Drive

SN25PE

Latton Close

SN25JB

Aldbourne Close

SN25BY

Inglesham Road

SN25NP

Atworth Close

SN25DA

Westbury Road

SN25DQ

Newton Way

SN25JE

Enford Avenue

SN253AU

Haydon View Road

SN25NH

Tockenham Way

SN25EZ

Potterdown Road

SN25EE

Penhill Drive

SN25NT

Mildenhall Way

SN25JL

Seagry Court

SN25LJ

Penhill Drive

SN25BL

Corsham Road

SN25HH

Hilmarton Avenue

SN253AL

Crossways Avenue

SN25EY

Penhill Drive

SN25NN

Hannington Close

SN253AX

Sunningdale Road

SN25JT

Heywood Close

SN25HG

Penhill Drive

SN25BX

Trowbridge Close

SN25PF

Penhill and Upper Stratton

SN25NU

Stapleford Way

SN25NB

Shrewton Walk

SN25DN

Farndale Close

SN25PQ

Minety Road

SN25JR

Avebury Road

SN25NZ

Imber Walk

SN25EX

Corsham Road

SN253AQ

Hillary Close

SN25NL

Ramsbury Avenue

SN25LS

Milston Avenue

Data Sources

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