BA1 3RQ is a sought-after residential area on Penn Lea Road, 0.3km from Weston in Bath. Administratively it sits within Newbridge ward and the Bath constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in BA1, BA1 3RQ offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The 45 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 70% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 42 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £656k. 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 3RQ are sourced from Output Area E00072872 (shared with 3 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PENN LEA ROAD, BA1 3RQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PENN LEA ROAD, BA1 3RQ.
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45
£ 51,900 /yr
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Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BA1 3RQ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. BA1 3RQ's low deprivation rank, 70% ownership, and £656k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £656k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BA1 3RQ. The average age is 45.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 652,500
6 sales · Mean £ 601,250
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BA1 3RQ has low crime rates — 42 incidents 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.
school Local Schools
St Mary's Catholic Primary School
Newbridge Primary School
Oldfield School
Weston All Saints CofE Primary School
St Michaels Junior Church School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Bathen House0.5 km
- My Hotel Ryugu0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Weston Methodist0.8 km
- Oasis Cafe0.4 km
- Herberts Cafe0.6 km
- Atrium Cafe0.4 km
- Friends Of The RUH0.4 km
- + 3 more
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Bath Marina & Caravan Park0.8 km
- Penn Hill Produce0.4 km
- The Vegan Sweet Shop0.7 km
- Banthon Oriental0.5 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.6 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Old Crown0.6 km
- Boathouse0.8 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- The Masala Kitchen0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Oldfield Park1.8 km
- Bath Spa3.3 km
- Keynsham7.3 km
Bus Stops
- East Lea Road0.0 km
- West Lea Road0.1 km
- West Lea Road0.1 km
- Chandler Close0.2 km
- Chandler Close0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BA13RQ · Data under Open Government Licence