Postcode Analysis Bath and North East Somerset, South West

FIVE ARCHES CLOSE, BA3 2BU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FIVE ARCHES CLOSE, BA3 2BU.

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Population

247

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 45,500 /yr

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Employed

60%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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9/10
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6/10
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6/10
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10/10
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4/10
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5/10
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2/10
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6/10
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1/10
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Area Character

BA3 2BU is a mixed residential postcode — average age 39, 74% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

BA3 2BU is a safe, established residential area on Five Arches Close, 0.2km from Welton Hollow in Midsomer Norton. Administratively it sits within Midsomer Norton North ward and the North East Somerset constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a manufacturing, energy and utilities zone — manufacturing, energy and utilities. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 39) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 74% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. Employment levels are high (45% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 34 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £236k.

Census 2021 statistics for BA3 2BU are sourced from Output Area E00072847 (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 BA3 2BU. The average age is 39.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.0%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.6%

Economic Activity

60%Active
FT: 45%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 217,500

8 sales · Mean £ 218,868

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

BA3 2BU has low crime rates — 34 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences46
Anti-social behaviour13
Public order7
Criminal damage and arson7
Burglary6

school Local Schools

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Welton Primary School

Good171 pupils0.7 km
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Westfield Primary School

Good427 pupils1.0 km
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Fosse Way School

Good220 pupils1.0 km
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St Nicholas Church School

Good220 pupils1.2 km
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Midsomer Norton Primary School

Good276 pupils1.2 km
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Norton Hill Academy

Good1851 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Lamb0.7 km
  • Railway Hotel0.7 km
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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Costcutters0.4 km
  • Elm Tree Pharmacy0.4 km
  • The Sugar Store0.4 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Longfellows Cafe1.0 km
  • The Paint Room1.0 km
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Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Chopsticks0.8 km
  • Memet Kebab House0.4 km
  • Dragon Wok0.8 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Co-Op Late Shop0.4 km
  • Shell Londis Elm Tree0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Oldfield Park11.5 km
  • Bath Spa12.3 km
  • Freshford12.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Wheelers Road0.1 km
  • Wheelers Road0.1 km
  • Welton Road0.2 km
  • Welton Road0.2 km
  • Wheelers Hill0.3 km