BA1 5JX is a safe, established residential area on Bennetts Lane, 0.2km from Kensington in Bath. Administratively it sits within Walcot ward and the Bath constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in BA1, BA1 5JX offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. At 47 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 77% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 49 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £750k.
Census 2021 statistics for BA1 5JX are sourced from Output Area E00073057 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BENNETTS LANE, BA1 5JX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BENNETTS LANE, BA1 5JX.
250
47
£ 53,600 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BA1 5JX is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, BA1 5JX combines high owner-occupation (77%), strong property values (£750k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BA1 5JX. The average age is 47.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 750,000
1 sales · Mean £ 750,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BA1 5JX has low crime rates — 49 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Stephens Church School
St Mark's CofE School
Bathwick St Mary Church School
St Saviours Infant Church School
St Andrew's Church School
St Saviours Junior Church School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
13 nearby- 95 Sydney Place1.0 km
- Edgar Town House1.0 km
- Henrietta House, A Member Of Radisson Individuals1.0 km
- Lansdown Grove Hotel0.6 km
- Chestnuts House0.7 km
- + 8 more
Pub, NightClub
20 nearby- Bath Cider House0.9 km
- Berdoulat1.0 km
- Pulteney Arms0.8 km
- Raincheck1.0 km
- Slug And Lettuce1.0 km
- + 15 more
Restaurant, Cafe
31 nearby- Always Sunday Townhouse0.3 km
- Avellinos Italian Deli And Cafe0.4 km
- Bath YMCA0.9 km
- Beckford Canteen1.0 km
- Curry Mahal0.7 km
- + 26 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Co-Operative Wholesale Society Ltd0.9 km
- Morrisons Supermarket, Public Cafe And Staff Canteen0.3 km
- Co-Operative0.9 km
- McColls0.8 km
- McColls0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
13 nearby- Dianaa Pizza0.8 km
- Food Cycle Bath0.4 km
- Golden Plaice0.4 km
- Moghul Indian Take Away0.6 km
- Schwartz Bros Ltd0.7 km
- + 8 more
Retailers - Other
17 nearby- Best One1.0 km
- Harvest Natural Foods1.0 km
- Martins Local Store0.6 km
- Refillable (& Refillable Market Stall)0.3 km
- Terry And Son0.5 km
- + 12 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bath Spa1.7 km
- Oldfield Park2.3 km
- Freshford6.8 km
Bus Stops
- Bennett's Lane0.1 km
- Bennett's Lane0.1 km
- Gay's Hill0.2 km
- Snow Hill0.2 km
- Gay's Hill0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BA15JX · Data under Open Government Licence