Postcode Analysis Bath and North East Somerset, South West

PENN LEA ROAD, BA1 3RG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PENN LEA ROAD, BA1 3RG.

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Population

304

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 51,900 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: BA1 3RG is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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10/10
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6/10
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5/10
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2/10
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9/10
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10/10
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10/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. BA1 3RG's low deprivation rank, 92% ownership, and £725k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Crime rates in this specific area are moderate. Property prices average £725k.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BA1 3RG is a well-regarded residential area on Penn Lea Road, 0.4km from Yomede Park in Bath. Administratively it sits within Newbridge ward and the Bath constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in BA1, BA1 3RG offers a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. Outside of residential hours, major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 92% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 64 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Prices average £725k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for BA1 3RG are sourced from Output Area E00072877 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BA1 3RG. The average age is 42.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.7%
Asian / British Asian1.3%
Black / African / Caribbean2.0%
Other / Mixed1.0%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 642,500

2 sales · Mean £ 642,500

Detached

£ 623,000

2 sales · Mean £ 623,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime around BA1 3RG is moderate at 64 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences92
Public order54
Anti-social behaviour29
Other theft7
Criminal damage and arson7

school Local Schools

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Newbridge Primary School

Good411 pupils0.4 km
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St Mary's Catholic Primary School

Good182 pupils0.5 km
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Oldfield School

Good1259 pupils0.8 km
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Weston All Saints CofE Primary School

Outstanding543 pupils1.1 km
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St Michaels Junior Church School

Good146 pupils1.2 km
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Twerton Infant School

Good180 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

5 nearby
  • Bathen House0.3 km
  • The Bath Priory1.0 km
  • Ashley Villa0.8 km
  • The Old Red House0.9 km
  • My Hotel Ryugu0.4 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • New Crown Inn0.8 km
  • The Locksbrook Inn0.9 km
  • The Old Crown0.7 km
  • Boathouse0.8 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

12 nearby
  • Bartlett Mitchell Ltd0.8 km
  • Rooted Vegetarian Cafe0.9 km
  • Weston Methodist0.6 km
  • Mai Thai0.8 km
  • 8E Chelsea Road0.8 km
  • + 7 more
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Retailers - Other

12 nearby
  • Basil Bakery0.9 km
  • Newbridge Store0.8 km
  • Bath Marina & Caravan Park0.7 km
  • Parsons Bakery0.8 km
  • Spar0.8 km
  • + 7 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Pizzarella0.8 km
  • The Masala Kitchen0.7 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Oldfield Park1.6 km
  • Bath Spa3.1 km
  • Keynsham7.5 km

Bus Stops

  • South Lea Road0.0 km
  • South Lea Road0.0 km
  • Manor Park0.1 km
  • Manor Park0.1 km
  • Burleigh Gardens0.1 km