Is BS49 4BQ a safe place to live?

Yes, BS49 4BQ is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 25 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in BS49 4BQ?

The average property price in BS49 4BQ is currently around £227k.

What is the population of BS49 4BQ?

The population for the BS49 4BQ area is approximately 263 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis North Somerset, South West

HORSECASTLE FARM ROAD, BS49 4BQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HORSECASTLE FARM ROAD, BS49 4BQ.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

263

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 51,900 /yr

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Employed

63%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: BS49 4BQ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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4/10

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5/10

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2/10

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9/10

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1/10

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9/10

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6/10

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6/10

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3/10

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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. BS49 4BQ's 71% ownership and 39-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BS49 4BQ is a safe, established residential area on Horsecastle Farm Road, 0.1km from Horsecastle in Yatton. Administratively it sits within Yatton ward and the North Somerset constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. During the day, manufacturing, transport, and it with higher status mix. A balanced community with an average age of 39 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 71% 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 £227k.

Census 2021 statistics for BS49 4BQ are sourced from Output Area E00075069 (shared with 8 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 BS49 4BQ. The average age is 38.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.2%

Asian / British Asian0.4%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed3.4%

Economic Activity

63%Active

FT: 43%

Unemployed: 2%

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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 260,000

1 sales · Mean £ 260,000

Flat

£ 145,000

7 sales · Mean £ 150,357

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

BS49 4BQ has low crime rates — 25 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences44

Other theft13

Other crime6

Public order6

Anti-social behaviour4

school Local Schools

Chestnut Park Primary

37 pupils0.5 km

Yatton Church of England Junior School

Good342 pupils1.3 km

Yatton Infant School

Good200 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby

Scoop and Spice0.9 km

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby

Market Inn0.4 km
Railway Inn0.5 km

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby

Horsecastle Chapel0.1 km
SJ's Pantry0.6 km
Strawberry Line Cafe Project CIC0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Yatton0.5 km
Nailsea & Backwell6.4 km
Worle6.6 km

Bus Stops

North End Roundabout0.3 km
North End Roundabout0.3 km
Market Inn0.4 km
Yatton Rail Station0.5 km
Yatton Rail Station0.5 km