About Westlea

Westlea is a suburb located in Wiltshire, England, within the SN5 postcode area. It is situated to the west of Swindon and offers a mix of residential housing and local amenities. The area is primarily residential, featuring a variety of home styles, including modern developments and older properties. Westlea is well-connected to the surrounding regions, making it a convenient location for commuters. The suburb is served by several local facilities, including shops, schools, and parks, providing residents with essential services and recreational spaces. Westlea also has good transport links, with access to major roads and public transport options. This makes it an appealing choice for families and individuals looking for a community-oriented environment close to the larger town of Swindon.

School Ratings in Westlea

There are 95 schools in and around Westlea. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Westlea

The average property price is £401K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £378K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Westlea

Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Westlea, with 34 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Westlea

Westlea sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Westlea

Broadband speeds in Westlea are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of 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

67 Primary
14 Secondary
14 Other
Westlea Primary School Primary Good 0.2 miles Lift Hazelwood Primary Good 0.4 miles Shaw Ridge Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles Oliver Tomkins Church of England Junior School Primary 0.5 miles Oliver Tomkins Church of England Infant and Nursery School Primary Good 0.5 miles Even Swindon Primary School Primary 0.7 miles Tregoze Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles Brook Field Primary School Primary 1 miles Millbrook Primary School Primary 1 miles Robert Le Kyng Primary School Primary 1 miles Lydiard Park Academy Secondary 1.1 miles Kingfisher CE Academy Primary Requires Improvement 1.1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Westlea IMD 2025

Westlea sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

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 Westlea 232 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Reported crime levels in Westlea sit broadly in line with national averages for a town of this size. Violence & sexual offences accounts for the largest share of recorded offences. The profile is typical of a well-populated area with a mix of residential and commercial activity.

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 Westlea 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 1.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Toothill 0.6 miles Even Swindon 0.9 miles Nine Elms 0.9 miles Shaw 0.9 miles Freshbrook 0.9 miles Lydiard Tregoze 1.2 miles Grange Park 1.2 miles Kingshill 1.2 miles Okus 1.4 miles Roughmoor 1.4 miles Rodbourne 1.8 miles Common Platt 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