swindon SN12 Postcodes
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Swindon (SN12)
The SN12 postcode area is located in the Swindon postcode town region, within the county of Wiltshire, and contains a total of 962 individual postcodes.
There are 28 electoral wards in the SN12 postcode area, including Calne, Chippenham, Corsham, Devizes, Faringdon, Malmesbury, Marlborough, Melksham, Pewsey, Swindon which come under the local authority of the Wiltshire Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 22% of people in SN12 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.
This does not mean that the people of SN12 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.
The SN12 postcode area is located in the Swindon district of England, which is in the county of Wiltshire. Swindon is a town located approximately 47 miles west of London. It is an ancient settlement which was first recorded in the Domesday Book of 1086 and became a market town in the 18th century.
SN12 is the postcode for Stratton St Margaret, a civil parish in the north east of Swindon. It is a large residential area located close to the M4 corridor and the Swindon ring road, making it an ideal location for commuters. It has good access to both Gloucestershire and Oxfordshire, making it a popular location for those looking to move to a more rural area.
SN12 is covered by the North Wiltshire constituency and is the constituency of minister of Health & Social Care, Matt Hancock. The area also falls within the North Swindon district of Wiltshire Council.
The SN12 postcode is served by numerous schools from early years education through to secondary school, including the town's two secondary schools; The Ridgeway School, and Royal Wootton Bassett Academy. The area also offers day care for children aged 0-5 years.
For those looking to do their shopping, the area has numerous retail parks, supermarkets and the Trident shopping centre in the town centre. The nearby Orbital retail park also offers a varied range of stores.
For leisure and recreation, there are parks, a golf course and various sports and fitness facilities all within the SN12 postcode. The area is a popular destination for cycling and walking owing to the nearby Kennet & Avon Canal. The area also boasts a leisure centre with swimming pool, gym and fitness amenities.
The SN12 postcode is a popular choice for those looking to relocate to a residential area with plenty of choice for education, shopping, leisure and recreation - making it an attractive location for those looking for a family area.
Demographics
Wiltshire
SN12 is located in the county of Wiltshire, in England.
Wiltshire has a total population of 706,300, making it the 34th largest county in the UK.
Wiltshire has a total area of 1346 square miles, and a population density of 202 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.
| Outward Code | SN12 |
| Postal Town | Swindon |
| MSOA Name | Wiltshire 022 |
| LSOA Name | Wiltshire 022D |
| County | Wiltshire |
| Region | Wiltshire |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | Wiltshire |
| Area Classification | Largely Rural (rural including hub towns 50-79%) |
SN12 Electoral Wards
The postal region of SN12, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Sunday, April 7, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 22% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.