BA3 2BY is a safe, established residential area on Wheelers Drive, 0.2km from Wheeler's Hill in Midsomer Norton. Administratively it sits within Midsomer Norton North ward and the North East Somerset constituency.
For families considering a move, BA3 2BY represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, manufacturing, energy and utilities. At 39 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 74% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. Employment levels are high (45% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 32 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £166k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 33.3% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for BA3 2BY are sourced from Output Area E00072847 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WHEELERS DRIVE, BA3 2BY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WHEELERS DRIVE, BA3 2BY.
247
39
£ 45,500 /yr
60%
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
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. BA3 2BY spans multiple life stages — average age 39, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 33.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BA3 2BY. The average age is 39.0. 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 Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 149,950
7 sales · Mean £ 137,700
Semi-Detached
£ 236,000
1 sales · Mean £ 236,000
Terraced
£ 150,000
1 sales · Mean £ 150,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BA3 2BY has low crime rates — 32 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
Welton Primary School
Westfield Primary School
Fosse Way School
Midsomer Norton Primary School
Norton Hill Academy
St John's CofE Primary School
Somervale Secondary School
St Nicholas Church School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Lamb0.4 km
- Railway Hotel1.0 km
- Dolphin Inn0.9 km
- Mallards0.9 km
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Costcutters0.7 km
- Elm Tree Pharmacy0.4 km
- Norton Discounts1.0 km
- The Sugar Store0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Longfellows Cafe0.8 km
- Shapla Indian Restaurant0.8 km
- The Paint Room0.9 km
- Time 2 Share0.7 km
- Writhlington Trust0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- Chopsticks0.5 km
- Domino's Pizza0.7 km
- Jackie Chan Take Away0.7 km
- Memet Kebab House0.4 km
- Muffins Bakery0.8 km
- + 4 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Co-Op Late Shop0.4 km
- Lidl Limited0.7 km
- Shell Londis Elm Tree0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Oldfield Park11.7 km
- Bath Spa12.5 km
- Freshford13.0 km
Bus Stops
- Wheelers Hill0.1 km
- Wheelers Road0.2 km
- Wheelers Road0.4 km
- Westfield Chapel0.4 km
- Westfield Chapel0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: BA32BY · Data under Open Government Licence