BS29 6JQ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.3km from Knightcott in North Somerset. Administratively it sits within Banwell & Winscombe ward and the Weston-Super-Mare constituency.
For families considering a move, BS29 6JQ represents a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. Average age 65 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 91% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for BS29 6JQ are sourced from Output Area E00074459 (shared with 19 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BS29 6JQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BS29 6JQ.
184
65
£ 45,600 /yr
29%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BS29 6JQ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
BS29 6JQ is a settled retirement community — average age 65, 91% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. With prices and low crime, this is a premium retirement postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BS29 6JQ. The average age is 65.5. 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 2026-02)
BS29 6JQ has low crime rates — 11 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.
school Local Schools
Banwell Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Southern Co-operative0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Court Farm Country Park0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Worle3.3 km
- Weston Milton4.3 km
- Weston-Super-Mare6.1 km
Bus Stops
- Summer Lane0.2 km
- Summer Lane0.3 km
- Well Lane0.3 km
- Well Lane0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BS296JQ · Data under Open Government Licence