BA5 1BN is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.2km from Keward in Wells. Administratively it sits within Wells ward and the Wells constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. During the day, major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 52) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 79% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for BA5 1BN are sourced from Output Area E00186635 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BA5 1BN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BA5 1BN.
252
52
£ 41,400 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BA5 1BN represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. BA5 1BN spans multiple life stages — average age 52, moderate ownership and renting. prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BA5 1BN. The average age is 52.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BA5 1BN has low crime rates — 25 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Cuthbert's Church of England Academy Infants and Pre-School
St Cuthbert's CofE Junior School
The Blue School
St Joseph and St Teresa Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
13 nearby- The Venue1.0 km
- Cheddar Valley Inn0.7 km
- City Arms0.9 km
- Fosso Lounge1.0 km
- Full Moon0.6 km
- + 8 more
Retailers - Other
18 nearby- Boots UK Ltd0.3 km
- Burcott Stores0.6 km
- Burns the Bread Ltd0.9 km
- City Blooms Florist0.9 km
- Cook0.9 km
- + 13 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Premier Inn0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
15 nearby- Ajwa0.7 km
- Annas Cafe0.9 km
- Bernies Kitchen0.8 km
- Cafe Nostra0.9 km
- Coffee#11.0 km
- + 10 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Lidl0.5 km
- Morrisons0.7 km
- Tesco0.7 km
- Waitrose Ltd1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Chubbys0.9 km
- Da Luciano Pizzeria0.9 km
- Ho Ho Chinese Takeaway0.9 km
- Orient Express0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Glastonbury Bus7.2 km
- Castle Cary14.8 km
- Bruton17.8 km
Bus Stops
- Cow and Gate Factory0.2 km
- Jocelyn Drive Turn0.2 km
- Jocelyn Drive Turn0.2 km
- The Police Station0.2 km
- Kenward Mill Trading Estate0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BA51BN · Data under Open Government Licence