SN5Postcode
~55 minTo London Paddington
Swindon boroughLocal authority
Peatmoor is part of West Swindon, built 1951–55 with three 10-storey tower blocks. Peatmoor Lake and Lagoon provide popular green space and walking routes.
Character
Residential with Peatmoor Lake as a focal point. Family-oriented. Generally affordable. Good bus links to town and the Link Centre.
Transport
Buses to town centre. M4 J16. Cycle and walking routes around Peatmoor Lagoon and to Lydiard Park.
Schools
Local primaries; Lydiard Park Academy for secondary.
Ofsted reports · School catchment maps (Swindon.gov.uk)
Things to do
Peatmoor Lake, Peatmoor Lagoon walks, Link Centre, Lydiard Park, West Swindon shopping.
Browse properties
Rightmove · Zoopla
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Last updated: 14 February 2026