Postcode Analysis Bath and North East Somerset, South West

WHEELERS DRIVE, BA3 2BY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WHEELERS DRIVE, BA3 2BY.

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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

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. BA3 2BY spans multiple life stages — average age 39, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 33.3% year-on-year.

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

BA3 2BY is a safe, established residential area on Wheelers Drive, 0.2km from Wheeler's Hill in Midsomer Norton. Administratively it sits within Midsomer Norton North ward and the North East Somerset constituency.

For families considering a move, BA3 2BY represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, manufacturing, energy and utilities. At 39 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 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 32 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £166k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 33.3% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for BA3 2BY 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 2BY. 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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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 149,950

7 sales · Mean £ 137,700

Semi-Detached

£ 236,000

1 sales · Mean £ 236,000

Terraced

£ 150,000

1 sales · Mean £ 150,000

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

BA3 2BY has low crime rates — 32 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 offences34
Anti-social behaviour13
Burglary7
Criminal damage and arson6
Public order5

school Local Schools

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Welton Primary School

Good171 pupils0.4 km
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Westfield Primary School

Good427 pupils0.8 km
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Fosse Way School

Good220 pupils0.8 km
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Midsomer Norton Primary School

Good276 pupils0.9 km
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Norton Hill Academy

Good1851 pupils1.3 km
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St John's CofE Primary School

Good423 pupils1.5 km
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Somervale Secondary School

Good629 pupils1.5 km
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St Nicholas Church School

Good220 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • The Lamb0.4 km
  • Railway Hotel1.0 km
  • Dolphin Inn0.9 km
  • Mallards0.9 km
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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Costcutters0.7 km
  • Elm Tree Pharmacy0.4 km
  • Norton Discounts1.0 km
  • The Sugar Store0.6 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Longfellows Cafe0.8 km
  • Shapla Indian Restaurant0.8 km
  • The Paint Room0.9 km
  • Time 2 Share0.7 km
  • Writhlington Trust0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

9 nearby
  • Chopsticks0.5 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.7 km
  • Jackie Chan Take Away0.7 km
  • Memet Kebab House0.4 km
  • Muffins Bakery0.8 km
  • + 4 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Co-Op Late Shop0.4 km
  • Lidl Limited0.7 km
  • Shell Londis Elm Tree0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Oldfield Park11.7 km
  • Bath Spa12.5 km
  • Freshford13.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Wheelers Hill0.1 km
  • Wheelers Road0.2 km
  • Wheelers Road0.4 km
  • Westfield Chapel0.4 km
  • Westfield Chapel0.4 km