How much social housing is near Westlea & Shaw?

About 3.1% across the Westlea & Shaw area.

What's the average income in Westlea & Shaw?

Average resident income is about £54,600 per year.

How many households are in Westlea & Shaw?

There are 2,832 households in Westlea & Shaw

How safe is Westlea & Shaw?

Crime level in Westlea & Shaw is moderate with about 58 crimes per 1,000 residents.

What are house prices in Westlea & Shaw?

Based on 84 recent sales, the median price is £245,000.

How deprived is Westlea & Shaw?

Deprivation score 3/10 (rank 24586 of 32844 in country).

What home types are most common in Westlea & Shaw?

Housing mix: detached 36.6%, terraced 25.6%.

What's the Westlea & Shaw population and density?

Westlea & Shaw population is 6,434 with density 2232.2 per km².

What are prices by property type in Westlea & Shaw?

Latest medians: Detached £357,500, Semi-detached £250,000, Terraced £224,250, Flats £142,750.

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Q: What schools in Westlea & Shaw and how are they rated?

There are 3 schools in Westlea & Shaw: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good)

England / South West / Swindon / Westlea & Shaw

About

Westlea & Shaw is a residential area in northwest Swindon, known for its mix of housing styles and community amenities. The area features a blend of detached, semi-detached, and terraced homes, catering to families and professionals. Local shops, schools, and parks provide essential services, while the nearby Shaw Ridge Leisure Park offers entertainment options.

Transport links are convenient, with easy access to the A419 and Swindon town centre via bus routes. The area is close to the Shaw Forest Park, providing green space for outdoor activities. Westlea & Shaw has a practical layout, with quiet streets and a focus on suburban living, making it a balanced choice for those seeking accessibility and a settled environment.

Area overview

On average Westlea & Shaw has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 58 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 3.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Westlea & Shaw is £54,600 per year. There are 3 schools in Westlea & Shaw: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

4/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

3/10

Income level

9/10

Social housing

3.1%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Westlea & Shaw Population

6,434

Population density

2,232.2 per km²

Demographics

British

4,730

73.5%

Other White

602

9.36%

Indian

272

4.23%

Other

153

2.38%

Other Asian

121

1.88%

Total population: 6,435

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

990

34.93%

Owns outright

921

32.5%

Private landlord or letting agency

692

24.42%

Other social rented

3.18%

Other forms of private rent

2.51%

Total households: 2,834

Property prices in Westlea & Shaw

Based on 84 recent sales, the median property price is £245,000 in Westlea & Shaw area, with individual transactions ranging from £58,000 up to £635,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	25	£357,500	£300,200	£325,000	£385,000	£468,000
Flats	12	£142,750	£73,538	£109,500	£158,375	£327,125
Semi-Detached	15	£250,000	£197,500	£236,000	£290,000	£435,500
Terraced	32	£224,250	£166,550	£195,125	£245,000	£352,580

10 years price trend in Westlea & Shaw

All postcodes in Westlea & Shaw

SN55ES

Hillmead Drive

SN57BB

Langstone Way

SN57FQ

Ashworth Road

SN58BA

Bodiam Drive South

SN381PD

Westlea & Shaw

SN383TD

Westlea & Shaw

SN51DZ

Bridgemead Close

SN57DZ

Ashworth Road

SN55SD

Maxey Close

SN57AG

Feather Wood

SN57AH

Applewood Court

SN57BT

Langstone Way

SN57XT

Ashington Way

SN382TD

Westlea & Shaw

SN384TD

Westlea & Shaw

SN55QB

Carronbridge Road

SN57FS

Bentham Close

SN57YE

Wootton Bassett Road

SN381HP

Westlea & Shaw

SN381PE

Westlea & Shaw

SN381PH

Westlea & Shaw

SN381ES

Westlea & Shaw

SN51EZ

Westlea & Shaw

SN381DS

Westlea & Shaw

SN55WN

Hillmead Drive

SN55WT

Nuffield Close

SN57DQ

Ashington Way

SN57FR

Bentham Close

SN57XE

Welton Road

SN57XG

Welton Road

SN55FZ

Hillmead Drive

SN55SY

Whitbred Close

SN57BJ

Birdcombe Road

SN57BL

Birdcombe Road

SN57BX

Feather Wood

SN57FT

Austin Road

SN57ZZ

Bridgemead Close

SN381AT

Westlea & Shaw

SN383NW

Westlea & Shaw

SN386NW

Westlea & Shaw

SN388NW

Westlea & Shaw

SN51ET

Westlea & Shaw

SN55SA

Cartwright Drive

SN57EB

Eastleaze Road

SN57XD

Welton Road

SN57XZ

Great Western Way

SN381TD

Westlea & Shaw

SN381JR

Westlea & Shaw

SN51DY

Bridgemead Close

SN55XN

Bankfoot Close

SN56PQ

Bridgemead Close

SN57AL

Littlecote Close

SN57AT

Applewood Court

SN57DR

Feather Wood

SN381EE

Westlea & Shaw

SN381TS

Westlea & Shaw

SN51DW

Bridgemead Close

SN55PH

Cartwright Drive

SN55QN

Meares Drive

SN55QX

Cartwright Drive

SN55RG

Angler Road

SN57YJ

Ashworth Road

SN57LQ

Mannington Lane

SN57FL

Dixon Way

SN57FX

Welton Road

SN57YQ

Great Western Way

SN55PQ

Forest Park Road

SN55QS

Westlea & Shaw

SN57AJ

Feather Wood

SN57AW

Fox Wood

SN384NW

Westlea & Shaw

SN381PR

Westlea & Shaw

SN381SB

Westlea & Shaw

SN57XS

Welton Road

SN55SR

Dexter Close

SN55RD

Hanson Close

SN55SS

Randall Crescent

SN55SH

Clarke Drive

SN56PT

Bridgemead Close

SN57DF

The Chesters

SN57UT

Rivermead Drive

SN381RD

Westlea & Shaw

SN382NW

Westlea & Shaw

SN57AF

Kirktonhill Road

SN57DN

Westlea & Shaw

SN58AA

Markenfield

SN58AB

Markenfield

SN58WA

Great Western Way

SN385NW

Westlea & Shaw

SN381TH

Westlea & Shaw

SN55QY

Cartwright Drive

SN55WX

Chelmsford Road

SN57FU

Dennis Street

SN57XB

Welton Road

SN57ER

Westmead Drive

SN57ES

Carronbridge Road

SN381DL

Westlea & Shaw

SN381JX

Westlea & Shaw

SN381LS

Westlea & Shaw

SN381RR

Westlea & Shaw

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Data Sources

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

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