Swindon: should you rent, buy, invest or live here?
The most useful local property guide in Wiltshire — DR Rent Area Scores, rental & investment insight, schools, dining, things to do, commuting, developments and live homes across SN1, SN2, SN3.
Swindon DR Rent Area Score™
One score that combines rental demand, investment, family life, commuting, lifestyle and food.
Renting in Swindon
The Swindon rental market in Wiltshire is active and competitive, with average rents around £1,725 pcm and rents up roughly 8.1% over the past year. Strong commuter links and local employment keep demand from tenants consistently ahead of available supply across SN1, SN2, SN3.
Rental competition
How hard tenants compete for each property type in Swindon.
- StudioHigh
- 1 bedVery high
- 2 bedLow
- 3 bedMedium
- Family homesVery high
Average time to let
26 days
Tenant demand
High
Best for
Who tends to rent well in Swindon.
- Professionals
- Families
- Commuters
- Couples
- First-time renters
| Property type | Average rent (pcm) | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Room / HMO | £706 | £8,472 |
| 1-bed flat | £1,344 | £16,128 |
| 2-bed flat | £1,680 | £20,160 |
| 3-bed house | £2,150 | £25,800 |
| 4-bed house | £2,772 | £33,264 |
Featured properties in Swindon
Premium and featured homes listed by landlords on DR Rent across SN1, SN2, SN3.
Buying in Swindon
What buyers and first-time buyers can expect from the local sales market.
Average price
£304,000
Price growth (1yr)
+3.7%
Buyer demand
Medium
Supply
Low
First-time buyer suitability
Reasonable for the South East
Buying snapshot
Buyers in Swindon face medium competition with prices around £304,000 and growth of about 3.7% over the last year. Reasonable for the South East.
Investing in Swindon
With an average property price near £304,000 and gross yields around 6.4%, Swindon offers landlords a balance of capital growth and rental income. Prices have moved about 3.7% in the last year, and high tenant demand helps keep void periods short.
Landlord opportunity score
8.2/10What tenants are looking for
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- 12 bed flats
- 2Properties near the station
- 3Pet-friendly rentals
- 4Family homes near schools
Family living & schools in Swindon
Schools, Ofsted ratings and family facilities that drive long-term family lettings.
| School | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swindon Primary School | Primary | Good | 2.2 mi |
| St Mary's C of E Primary, Swindon | Primary | Good | 0.3 mi |
| Swindon Junior Academy | Primary | Good | 1.6 mi |
| Swindon Grammar School | Secondary | Outstanding | 2.3 mi |
| Swindon Community College | Secondary | Outstanding | 1.1 mi |
| The Swindon Academy | Secondary | Good | 2.4 mi |
Family facilities
- Swindon Leisure Centre & swimming pool
- Local parks and playgrounds
- Public library
- Soft play and family cafés
- NHS GP surgeries and pharmacies
- Weekend markets and community events
Eating out in Swindon
Popular restaurants, takeaways and coffee shops with ratings and distance.
The Swindon Brasserie
2.1 mi from Swindon centre
Spice of Swindon
0.6 mi from Swindon centre
Bella Cucina
2.4 mi from Swindon centre
The Garden Kitchen
2.4 mi from Swindon centre
Swindon Tandoori
2.1 mi from Swindon centre
Coffee & Co, Swindon
1.6 mi from Swindon centre
Socialising in Swindon
Pubs, bars, nightlife, entertainment and shopping.
The Crown, Swindon
1.8 mi from Swindon centre
The Railway Tavern
1.1 mi from Swindon centre
Vault Bar
0.8 mi from Swindon centre
Swindon Live Lounge
2.1 mi from Swindon centre
The Riverside Inn
1 mi from Swindon centre
Swindon Shopping Centre
1.5 mi from Swindon centre
Things to do in Swindon
Gyms, sports clubs, cinemas, golf, walking routes and family attractions.
Swindon Sports & Fitness
0.5 mi from Swindon centre
Swindon Cricket Club
2.2 mi from Swindon centre
Parkland Golf Club
0.7 mi from Swindon centre
Swindon Cinema
1.6 mi from Swindon centre
Riverside Walking Route
2.1 mi from Swindon centre
Swindon Adventure Park
1.3 mi from Swindon centre
Commuting from Swindon
London, Heathrow, Reading and motorway connections with typical travel times.
| Destination | Mode | Typical time |
|---|---|---|
| London (central) | Train | 38 min |
| London Paddington | Elizabeth Line / GWR | 25 min |
| Reading | Train | 25 min |
| Heathrow Airport | Car / bus | 31 min |
| M4 motorway | Car | 16 min |
| M25 motorway | Car | 23 min |
Local developments in Swindon
What's coming soon and how it could affect the local market.
Swindon town centre regeneration
Under construction
New residential scheme near SN1
Approved
Swindon retail & leisure quarter
Planning
New primary school provision
Proposed
Transport & station improvements
Funded
Local services in Swindon
Verified contractors covering SN1, SN2, SN3 — connected to the DR Rent marketplace.
EPC Assessors in Swindon
Accredited domestic energy assessors producing valid EPCs for rental properties.
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Gas Safe registered engineers issuing annual landlord gas safety records.
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Registered electricians carrying out EICR inspections and remedial works.
View electriciansPlumbers in Swindon
Reliable plumbers for repairs, leaks, heating and bathroom works.
View plumbersInventory Clerks in Swindon
Independent inventory clerks producing detailed check-in and check-out reports.
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Professional property photographers and floorplans to let faster.
View property photographersRenting & compliance in Swindon
The certificates and rules every local landlord must stay on top of.
EPC (Energy Performance Certificate)
Rentals in Swindon must hold a valid EPC rated E or above before marketing.
Annual gas safety (CP12)
Every gas appliance must be checked yearly by a Gas Safe registered engineer.
EICR (electrical safety)
A satisfactory electrical report is required at least every five years.
Deposit protection
Deposits must be protected in a government scheme within 30 days.
Right to Rent
Tenant immigration status must be checked before a tenancy begins.
Renters' Rights Act
New rules are reshaping how landlords let property across Wiltshire.
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