Postcode Analysis Bath and North East Somerset, South West

BATHFORD HILL, BA1 7SL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BATHFORD HILL, BA1 7SL.

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Population

375

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 55,900 /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 7SL 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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8/10
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10/10
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2/10
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5/10
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2/10
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9/10
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4/10
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9/10
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7/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. BA1 7SL's low deprivation rank, 90% ownership, and £547k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 141.3% year-on-year.

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

BA1 7SL is a sought-after residential area on Bathford Hill, 0.2km from Bathford in Batheaston. Administratively it sits within Bathavon North ward and the North East Somerset constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in BA1, BA1 7SL offers a settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. Outside of residential hours, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 90% 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 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £547k, up 141.3% year-on-year. 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 7SL are sourced from Output Area E00072604 (shared with 11 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 7SL. 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 / British89.8%
Asian / British Asian3.5%
Black / African / Caribbean1.9%
Other / Mixed4.9%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 31%
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

Detached

£ 550,000

4 sales · Mean £ 593,250

Terraced

£ 305,000

3 sales · Mean £ 325,000

Semi-Detached

£ 365,000

4 sales · Mean £ 393,750

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

BA1 7SL has low crime rates — 11 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.

Violence and sexual offences11
Public order4
Vehicle crime2
Criminal damage and arson2
Bicycle theft1

school Local Schools

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Bathford Church School

Outstanding181 pupils0.3 km
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Bathampton Primary School

Good201 pupils0.8 km
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Batheaston Church School

Good190 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Gather Cafe Batheaston1.0 km
  • Avonvale RFC0.1 km
  • Bathford Village Shop And Cafe0.2 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Robbie's Plaice1.0 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • The Cedars Bed And Breakfast0.0 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Crown At Bathford0.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bath Spa4.4 km
  • Oldfield Park5.8 km
  • Freshford6.5 km

Bus Stops

  • The Crown0.1 km
  • The Crown0.1 km
  • British Legion0.3 km
  • Bathford Bridge0.3 km
  • Bathford Bridge0.3 km