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Area guide

SN5 area guide — property prices & local market

Everything you need to know about buying property in the SN5 postcode area, covering Swindon and surrounding areas. All price data sourced from HM Land Registry — updated July 2026.

SN5 area price snapshot

Average price

£180,846

Median price

£163,250

5-year trend

+24.4%

Total sales

23,377

The SN5 area has 785 individual postcodes with 23,377 registered sales. Prices are +54.4% below the national average, with the largest concentration in Swindon. The five-year price movement is +24.4%.

About Swindon

A large Wiltshire town with fast trains to London Paddington, a growing tech and logistics sector and more affordable housing than the South East average.

🚆 Main station

Swindon

⏱️ London commute

~55 min by train

View full Swindon property data →

Market context

SN5 averages £180,846, placing it in the affordable category, +54.4% below the national average. Affordable areas can offer good value for first-time buyers and investors seeking lower entry points. The dataset includes 23,377 recorded sales across 785 postcodes.

The five-year price trend in SN5 is +24.4%, significantly outpacing many other areas. This level of growth may reflect improving local amenities, transport links or broader regeneration.

Buying tips for SN5

✅ Suitable for first-time buyers — average prices in SN5 start within a typical FTB budget. See the full first-time buyer guide →
  • 🎯First-time buyer schemes can help. Affordable areas may offer better value through Help to Buy, shared ownership or local authority schemes. Check eligibility alongside sold prices.
  • 🛤️Transport links affect long-term value. Affordable areas within commuting distance of major cities often see faster price growth. Check the town data pages for trend comparisons.
  • 🧮Factor in Stamp Duty. Use the Stamp Duty Calculator to estimate purchase costs based on the average price in SN5.
  • 🏘️Explore Swindon. Much of the SN5 activity centres on Swindon. Check the town-level data for more granular market analysis.
  • 💡Check individual postcodes. Average prices can mask significant variation between postcodes in the SN5 area. Browse the individual postcode pages to find properties that match your budget.
  • 💡Compare asking prices to sold prices. Use the Asking Price Checker to see whether a listing price aligns with local sold-price evidence.
  • 💡Use sold prices as evidence, not valuation. Historical data helps you understand market trends but does not replace a professional valuation by a qualified surveyor.

Top postcodes in SN5

SN5 8RE

£95,038 avg · 165 sales

SN5 5DB

£189,059 avg · 164 sales

SN5 5UY

£113,769 avg · 144 sales

SN5 5DD

£83,598 avg · 138 sales

SN5 8QU

£108,792 avg · 130 sales

SN5 7AS

£106,500 avg · 128 sales

SN5 8QT

£125,116 avg · 125 sales

SN5 7AQ

£120,575 avg · 123 sales

SN5 6BB

£124,804 avg · 121 sales

View all 785 postcodes in SN5 →

Useful tools for SN5 buyers

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Stamp Duty ~£1,117

Avg £180,846 in SN5

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Asking Price Checker

Compare asking prices with sold-price evidence

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Stamp Duty Guide

Complete 2025 SDLT, LTT & LBTT guide

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Location Comparison

Compare SN5 with other areas

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Swindon data

Full town-level property statistics

About this guide

This SN5 area guide is based on HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, covering registered residential property sales in England and Wales from January 1995 onwards. All figures are historical sold prices, not current valuations or asking prices.

Data last updated: July 2026 · View methodology

Frequently asked questions

What is the average house price in SN5?

The average sold price in the SN5 postcode area is £180,846, based on 23,377 HM Land Registry transactions. The largest town in this area is Swindon.

How do SN5 house prices compare to the UK average?

Properties in SN5 average £180,846, which is +54.4% below the national average of £396,803 for England and Wales.

Why is the median price in SN5 lower than the average?

The median price (£163,250) is 9.7% below the average (£180,846), suggesting a mix of property types or a few high-value sales pulling the mean upward. This is common in areas with both affordable and premium housing.

How have SN5 house prices changed over 5 years?

Prices in SN5 have moved +24.4% over five years, reflecting broader UK house price growth. The large sample size gives confidence in this trend.

Are these area guide prices valuations or asking prices?

No. All figures on this page are historical completed sale prices from HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. They are not current valuations, estate agent asking prices, or financial advice. Always seek professional advice before making property decisions.

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