BS39 4BA is a safe, established residential area located 0.7km from Whitley Batts in Bath and North East Somerset. Administratively it sits within Publow & Whitchurch ward and the North East Somerset constituency.
For families considering a move, BS39 4BA represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 47 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 82% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for BS39 4BA are sourced from Output Area E00072964 (shared with 38 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BS39 4BA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BS39 4BA.
276
47
£ 51,900 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BS39 4BA is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates BS39 4BA — age 47, 82% ownership, 16% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BS39 4BA. The average age is 47.1. 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 2026-01)
BS39 4BA has low crime rates — 12 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and drugs. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Pensford Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Pensford Post Office0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The George And Dragon0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Keynsham6.5 km
- Parson Street8.8 km
- Bedminster9.0 km
Bus Stops
- Hillcrest Top0.3 km
- Hillcrest Top0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: BS394BA · Data under Open Government Licence