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St Margaret and South Marston

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About

St Margaret and South Marston is a ward in the northeastern part of Swindon, covering residential and rural areas. The ward includes the village of South Marston, known for its historic charm and community feel, alongside newer housing developments in St Margaret. The area is well-connected, with easy access to the A420 and A419, linking it to Swindon town centre and nearby towns like Oxford and Cirencester.

The ward features a mix of amenities, including local shops, schools, and green spaces such as South Marston Recreation Ground. The rural surroundings offer open fields and walking paths, contrasting with the more urban feel of nearby Swindon suburbs. St Margaret and South Marston provides a balance of convenience and countryside living, appealing to families and commuters.

Area overview

On average St Margaret and South Marston has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 84 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 9.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in St Margaret and South Marston is £51,889 per year. There are 3 schools in St Margaret and South Marston: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
84
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
9.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

St Margaret and South Marston Population
11,577
Population density
867.9 per km²

Demographics

British
9,993
86.32%
Other White
486
4.2%
Indian
271
2.34%
African
109
0.94%
Other Asian
108
0.93%
Total population: 11,577

Housing

Owns outright
2,080
41.76%
Owns with a mortgage
1,784
35.82%
Private landlord or letting agency
574
11.52%
Other social rented
245
4.92%
Social rents from council
166
3.33%
Total households: 4,981

Property prices in St Margaret and South Marston

Based on 212 recent sales, the median property price is £301,998 in St Margaret and South Marston area, with individual transactions ranging from £65,000 up to £850,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached45£415,000
Flats19£140,000
Semi-Detached97£310,000
Terraced51£263,000

10 years price trend in St Margaret and South Marston

All postcodes in St Margaret and South Marston

SN34LS

Blake Crescent

SN34PQ

Day's Close

SN34SQ

Greenfields

SN34XN

Carman Close

SN34XW

Sheerwold Close

SN12NY

Marshgate

SN34JT

Ruckley Gardens

SN34LZ

Overton Gardens

SN34TU

Highworth Road

SN34WA

Stirling Road
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Data Sources

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