About Shaw

Shaw is a village located in Wiltshire, England, within the SN5 postcode area. It is situated near the larger town of Melksham, providing easy access to various amenities and services. The village features a mix of residential homes and green spaces, making it a pleasant area for families and individuals alike. The local community is served by a primary school and a few small shops, catering to everyday needs. Shaw also has good transport links, with nearby bus routes connecting it to surrounding towns and cities. The village offers a peaceful environment, ideal for those looking to enjoy a quieter lifestyle while still being close to urban conveniences.

School Ratings in Shaw

Families in Shaw have access to 94 local schools. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Shaw

Homes sell for an average of £401K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £378K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Shaw

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Shaw, with 34 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Shaw

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Shaw around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Shaw

Shaw benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. 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

66 Primary
14 Secondary
14 Other
Brook Field Primary School Primary 0.1 miles Shaw Ridge Primary School Primary Good 0.4 miles Tregoze Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Peatmoor Community Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Westlea Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Lydiard Park Academy Secondary 0.8 miles Ridgeway Farm CofE Academy Primary 0.9 miles Oliver Tomkins Church of England Junior School Primary 0.9 miles Oliver Tomkins Church of England Infant and Nursery School Primary Good 0.9 miles Even Swindon Primary School Primary 1.2 miles Lift Hazelwood Primary Good 1.2 miles Millbrook Primary School Primary 1.4 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Shaw IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Shaw are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

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 Shaw 232 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Shaw is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.

100 Violence & Sexual Offences
34 Anti-Social Behaviour
19 Shoplifting
16 Other Theft
15 Criminal Damage & Arson
12 Public Order
9 Drugs
9 Other Crime
8 Burglary
4 Vehicle Crime
3 Weapons
2 Theft from Person
1 Bicycle Theft
Local Policing
Wiltshire Ramleaze and Nine Elms 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 2.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Nine Elms 0 yards Roughmoor 0.6 miles Lydiard Tregoze 0.9 miles Grange Park 0.9 miles Common Platt 0.9 miles Westlea 0.9 miles Lydiard Millicent 1.2 miles Even Swindon 1.2 miles Freshbrook 1.2 miles The Fox 1.4 miles Toothill 1.4 miles Purton 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