BS27 3DS is a safe, established residential area on Fiveways Close, 0.3km from Hillfield in Cheddar. Administratively it sits within Cheddar ward and the Wells constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. An average age of 34 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 57% 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. Property: Average house prices are around £229k, down 4.9% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for BS27 3DS are sourced from Output Area E00148361 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FIVEWAYS CLOSE, BS27 3DS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FIVEWAYS CLOSE, BS27 3DS.
362
34
£ 49,900 /yr
55%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates BS27 3DS — age 34, 57% ownership, 29% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 4.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BS27 3DS. The average age is 34.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 185,000
14 sales · Mean £ 196,317
Semi-Detached
£ 212,000
12 sales · Mean £ 220,625
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BS27 3DS has low crime rates — 25 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.
school Local Schools
Cheddar First School
The Kings of Wessex Academy
Fairlands Middle School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Cheddar Service Station0.7 km
- Cobbs of Cheddar0.8 km
- Factory Bargain0.7 km
- Hansfords Deli0.7 km
- Parsons Bakery0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Gardeners Arms0.8 km
- Bath Arms0.7 km
- Riverside Inn1.0 km
- The Kings Head0.7 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
6 nearby- The Heathy Retreat Company0.6 km
- Bramblewood B&B0.7 km
- Cliffe View0.6 km
- Gordons Hotel0.8 km
- Wassells House Accommodation0.3 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Cheddar Fish Bar & Restaurant1.0 km
- Lattetude Coffee Co0.6 km
- Ocean Adventurers0.6 km
- Spice Cottage0.8 km
- Travis Perkins Trading Co Ltd0.3 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Sainsbury's0.8 km
- Tesco Express0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Dragon House0.8 km
- Pizza Magic0.6 km
- Trutone Gifts0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Worle12.4 km
- Yatton12.9 km
- Weston Milton13.4 km
Bus Stops
- The Barrows0.5 km
- The Barrows0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: BS273DS · Data under Open Government Licence