BS22 8BQ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.2km from Ashcombe Park in Weston-super-Mare. Administratively it sits within Weston-super-Mare Hillside ward and the Weston-Super-Mare constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. Average age 55 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 82% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for BS22 8BQ are sourced from Output Area E00074995 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BS22 8BQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BS22 8BQ.
260
55
£ 41,500 /yr
40%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BS22 8BQ 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
Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 82% owner-occupation and an average age of 55, BS22 8BQ is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — reflects the demand.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BS22 8BQ. The average age is 55.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BS22 8BQ has low crime rates — 21 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Milton Park Primary School
Ashcombe Primary School
Worlebury St Paul's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Christ Church Church of England Primary School
Kewstoke Primary School
St Martin's Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- White Lace & Promises Bridal Boutique0.7 km
- Sunshine Stores (Premier Stores)0.7 km
- V & M Pyke & Son0.8 km
- Central Stores0.4 km
- Raj Locking Road Services0.8 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Bristol House0.4 km
- Ashcombe Park Bowling Club0.9 km
- Windsor Castle0.8 km
- Worlebury Golf Club Main0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Canton Chef0.9 km
- Noble Garden0.8 km
- Red Dragon0.8 km
- Star Fish Bar0.8 km
- The Fat Pizza WsM0.8 km
- + 2 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Milton Lodge Guest House0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Vintage Community Church0.5 km
- Duets0.7 km
- Knights Cafe0.9 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Farm Foods Ltd0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Weston Milton1.3 km
- Weston-Super-Mare1.6 km
- Worle3.3 km
Bus Stops
- Ashcombe Park Road0.0 km
- Ashcombe Park Road0.1 km
- Underwood Avenue0.2 km
- Forest Drive0.3 km
- Underwood Avenue0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BS228BQ · Data under Open Government Licence