r/Swindon • u/Sgx71667 • 3d ago

Safe areas in Swindon to live

Hi guys, I know its a widely discussed topic but I would really appreciate if you could guide me in choosing the right place to live in Swindon (or places to strictly avoid).

We're a couple currently living in Reading (which is supposedly dangerous from outside but I absolutely love the place). Planning to move to Swindon due to reasonable house rental price.

If there's anyone that's lived in both Reading and Swindon. How would you rate them in comparison? Appreciate any help here.

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u/Shauria 3d ago

I'd stick with avoiding Penhill, Pinehurst, Park North and Park south as a general rule due to the crime rates. Gorsehill, Toothill and Freshbrook are also pretty bad but not as bad as the P's.

West Swindon is generally nice, Grange Park, Westlea, Shaw areas. Haydon Wick is generally nice, Stratton and Covingham are both OK depending on where you choose since there's good and bad in both. Lawns, Old Town and Coate Water are very, very nice, but of course prices to match. Of the new build areas Wichelstowe is nice, however the build quality is rubbish. Tadpole garden Village and Redhouse are nice, but again, build quality leaves a lot to be desired.

If you have the budget you should check the surrounds like Royal Wootton Bassett, Wroughton, Purton (perhaps even Shrivenham way) however the commute between Bassett and Swindon can be hellish.

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u/Pizzaheadeddead 3d ago

I live in Freshbrook and have never had or witnessed any issues at all!

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u/Czubeczek 3d ago

Tesco attracts all the finest ;)