About Dorcan

Dorcan is a suburb located in Wiltshire, England, within the postal area of SN3. It is situated to the east of Swindon and offers a mix of residential housing and local amenities. The area is primarily residential, with various shops and services catering to the needs of its residents. The suburb is well-connected to the surrounding areas, with access to main roads and public transport options. Nearby, you will find parks and green spaces that provide opportunities for outdoor activities and relaxation. Dorcan serves as a practical base for those looking to explore both Swindon and the wider Wiltshire region.

School Ratings in Dorcan

Dorcan is served by 81 schools. A further 16 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Dorcan

Property prices average £448K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £278K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Dorcan

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Dorcan, with 83 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Dorcan

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Dorcan 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 Dorcan

Most properties in Dorcan 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 6,759 sales

Average Price £448K
£1K — £126.37M
Detached £408K 1,239
Semi £278K 2,607
Terraced £222K 2,017
Flat £142K 692

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

59 Primary
10 Secondary
12 Other
The Dorcan Academy Secondary Good 0.4 miles Covingham Park Primary School Primary 0.7 miles Eldene Nursery and Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles The Chalet School 1 miles Liden Academy Primary Good 1 miles Nyland School Good 1 miles Holy Family Catholic Primary School Primary 1 miles Goddard Park Community Primary School Primary Good 1.1 miles Colebrook Junior School Primary Good 1.2 miles Colebrook Infant Academy Primary Good 1.2 miles Wanborough Primary School Primary 1.3 miles Oaktree Nursery and Primary School Primary 1.3 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Dorcan IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Dorcan 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
6/10
Income
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
5/10
Health
6/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
7/10
14,137 Children (0-15) 19%
46,037 Working Age 62%
19,057 Older (60+) 26%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 30.7% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 17% 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 Dorcan 487 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Dorcan 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.

201 Violence & Sexual Offences
83 Anti-Social Behaviour
42 Shoplifting
41 Public Order
31 Vehicle Crime
30 Criminal Damage & Arson
14 Other Theft
14 Other Crime
13 Drugs
6 Bicycle Theft
5 Burglary
4 Weapons
2 Theft from Person
1 Robbery
Local Policing
Wiltshire Eldene 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

Eldene 0.6 miles Covingham 0.6 miles Nythe 0.9 miles Liden 0.9 miles Horpit 1.2 miles Lower Stratton 1.4 miles Park 1.4 miles Lower Wanborough 1.4 miles Coate 1.4 miles Wanborough 1.4 miles Walcot 1.9 miles Hinton Parva 2 miles

Local Government

District Swindon
Ward Walcot and Park North
Constituency South Swindon
Parish Central Swindon South
Region South West

Streets in SN3 30 shown View all streets

A419 1 Abney Moor 1 Acorn Close 1 Ainsworth Road 3 Albany Close 1 Allen Close 1 Alvescot Road 1 Amersham Road 2 Anderson Close 1 Aragon Court 1 Arlington Close 1 Arnfield Moor 1 Arundel Close 1 Ash 1 Ash Gardens 2 Ashbury Avenue 2 Ashcombe Close 1 Ashkirk Close 1 Ashley Close 1 Ashmore Close 1 Ashwell Close 1 Austen Crescent 2 Avocet Close 1 Axbridge Close 1 Axford Close 1 Aymer Place 1 Azelin Court 1 Ballyack Close 1 Balmoral Close 1 Bampton Grove 1

Postcodes in SN3 50 shown View all postcodes

SN3 1AA SN3 1AB SN3 1AD SN3 1AE SN3 1AF SN3 1AG SN3 1AH SN3 1AL SN3 1AN SN3 1AQ SN3 1AR SN3 1AS SN3 1AT SN3 1AU SN3 1AW SN3 1AX SN3 1AY SN3 1AZ SN3 1BA SN3 1BB SN3 1BF SN3 1BG SN3 1BH SN3 1BJ SN3 1BL SN3 1BN SN3 1BP SN3 1BQ SN3 1BS SN3 1BT SN3 1BU SN3 1BW SN3 1BX SN3 1BY SN3 1BZ SN3 1DA SN3 1DB SN3 1DD SN3 1DE SN3 1DH SN3 1DJ SN3 1DL SN3 1DN SN3 1DP SN3 1DQ SN3 1DR SN3 1DS SN3 1DT SN3 1DU SN3 1DW