About Common Platt

Common Platt is a small area located in Wiltshire, England, within the SN5 postcode district. This locality is primarily residential, characterised by a mix of housing styles that reflect the development of the area over the years. The surroundings include green spaces and parks, providing opportunities for outdoor activities and leisure. The area is well-connected to nearby towns and cities, making it convenient for commuting. Local amenities such as shops and schools are accessible, catering to the needs of residents. Common Platt is also close to larger urban centres, allowing for easy access to a wider range of facilities and services.

School Ratings in Common Platt

Common Platt is served by 91 schools. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Common Platt

Property prices average £401K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £378K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Common Platt

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Common Platt, with 41 incidents logged in March 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Common Platt

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Common Platt falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Common Platt

Most properties in Common Platt can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 4,723 sales

Average Price £401K
£1K — £44.33M
Detached £378K 1,593
Semi £255K 1,041
Terraced £203K 1,475
Flat £124K 425

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

62 Primary
13 Secondary
16 Other
Ridgeway Farm CofE Academy Primary 0.5 miles Peatmoor Community Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Brook Field Primary School Primary 0.8 miles Lydiard Millicent CofE Primary School Primary 0.9 miles St Mary's Church of England Primary School & Nursery, Purton Primary Good 1 miles Bradon Forest School Secondary Good 1.1 miles Tregoze Primary School Primary Good 1.2 miles Shaw Ridge Primary School Primary Good 1.2 miles Lydiard Park Academy Secondary 1.3 miles Westlea Primary School Primary Good 1.6 miles St Francis CofE Primary School Primary Good 1.6 miles Oliver Tomkins Church of England Junior School Primary 1.7 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Common Platt IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Common Platt in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
6/10
Health
7/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
8/10
8,921 Children (0-15) 19%
29,857 Working Age 64%
10,876 Older (60+) 23%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 24.8% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 12.6% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Common Platt 278 crimes · March 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Common Platt is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

109 Violence & Sexual Offences
41 Anti-Social Behaviour
38 Shoplifting
28 Public Order
20 Criminal Damage & Arson
15 Other Theft
5 Burglary
5 Weapons
5 Vehicle Crime
4 Bicycle Theft
4 Drugs
3 Other Crime
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Wiltshire Wootton Bassett Rural Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 1 stations

Swindon (Wilts) Train Station 2.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Roughmoor 0.6 miles The Fox 0.6 miles Nine Elms 0.9 miles Shaw 0.9 miles Purton 0.9 miles Lydiard Millicent 0.9 miles Restrop 1.2 miles Lydiard Tregoze 1.2 miles Grange Park 1.2 miles Lydiard Green 1.4 miles Widham 1.4 miles Haydon 1.8 miles

Local Government

District Wiltshire
Ward Purton
Constituency North Wiltshire
Parish Purton
Region South West

Streets in SN5 30 shown View all streets

A420 1 Adwalton Close 1 Affleck Close 3 Alba Close 1 Alnwick 1 Alpine Close 1 Alveston Close 1 Ancona Close 1 Angler Road 1 Anglesey Close 1 Angus Close 1 Arabian Avenue 1 Ascham Road 3 Ash Close 1 Ashburnham Close 1 Ashie Close 1 Ashington 2 Ashworth Road 2 Askerton Close 2 Askew Close 1 Audley Close 1 Austin Road 1 Ayrshire Close 1 B4696 2 Babington Park 1 Bagbury Lane 2 Bainbridge Close 1 Baird Close 1 Bale Close 1 Bamford Close 1

Postcodes in SN5 50 shown View all postcodes

SN5 0AA SN5 0AB SN5 0AD SN5 0AG SN5 0AH SN5 0AJ SN5 0AL SN5 0AN SN5 0AQ SN5 0AW SN5 1BP SN5 1BQ SN5 1BT SN5 1BZ SN5 1DA SN5 1DP SN5 1DW SN5 1DX SN5 1DY SN5 1DZ SN5 1EB SN5 1EN SN5 1EQ SN5 1ER SN5 1ES SN5 3LD SN5 3LE SN5 3LH SN5 3LP SN5 3LR SN5 3LS SN5 3LT SN5 3LU SN5 3LW SN5 3LX SN5 3LY SN5 3LZ SN5 3NA SN5 3NB SN5 3ND SN5 3NE SN5 3NF SN5 3NG SN5 3NH SN5 3NJ SN5 3NQ SN5 3NR SN5 3NT SN5 3NY SN5 3PA