BS31 1SW is a sought-after residential area on Hills Close, 0.8km from The Park in Keynsham. Administratively it sits within Keynsham East ward and the North East Somerset constituency.
For serious buyers, BS31 1SW is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a large scale education zone — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 42) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 87% 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 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £548k, up 13.0% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for BS31 1SW are sourced from Output Area E00072720 (shared with 23 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HILLS CLOSE, BS31 1SW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HILLS CLOSE, BS31 1SW.
391
42
£ 55,400 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BS31 1SW 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
BS31 1SW is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £548k, 87% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 13.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BS31 1SW. The average age is 42.5. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 537,000
5 sales · Mean £ 556,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BS31 1SW has low crime rates — 23 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
IKB Academy
Wellsway School
Chandag Infant School
Chandag Junior School
Two Rivers Church of England Primary
St John's Church of England Primary School
Somerdale Educate Together Primary Academy
Castle Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
19 nearby- Grounded Cafe0.8 km
- Baked0.7 km
- Coffee#10.7 km
- Bonzo Lounge0.6 km
- Chef Wu0.8 km
- + 14 more
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- Boots UK Ltd0.8 km
- Bet Fred0.7 km
- Card Factory0.7 km
- Greggs0.8 km
- Keynsham Food Club0.9 km
- + 6 more
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- Brass Mill Public House0.6 km
- Talbot Inn (Hungry Horse)0.3 km
- The Old Bank Public House0.9 km
- Trout Tavern0.6 km
- The Lock Keeper0.8 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Iceland Frozen Foods Plc0.7 km
- Sainsbury's0.6 km
- McColls0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Chick-O-Land0.8 km
- Keynsham Fish Bar0.7 km
- Seafood Plus0.8 km
- Yung Kee0.3 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Haywards At The Grasmere0.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Keynsham0.7 km
- Lawrence Hill7.3 km
- Bristol Temple Meads7.6 km
Bus Stops
- Chandag Road0.1 km
- Chandag Road0.1 km
- Unity Road0.1 km
- Unity Road0.1 km
- Unity Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BS311SW · Data under Open Government Licence