BS35 4BU is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Vicarage Lane, 0.3km from Olveston in South Gloucestershire. Administratively it sits within Severn Vale ward and the Thornbury and Yate constituency.
For families considering a move, BS35 4BU represents a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. By day, the area transitions to a accessible countryside character: higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. At 52 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 87% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 3 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for BS35 4BU are sourced from Output Area E00075595 (shared with 46 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
VICARAGE LANE, BS35 4BU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for VICARAGE LANE, BS35 4BU.
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52
£ 56,600 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BS35 4BU 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.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates BS35 4BU — age 52, 87% ownership, 13% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BS35 4BU. The average age is 52.2. 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)
BS35 4BU has low crime rates — 3 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
Olveston Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- The Crusty Loaf0.6 km
- The Olveston Stores0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Pilning4.9 km
- Patchway6.7 km
- Severn Beach6.9 km
Bus Stops
- Daldry Gardens0.3 km
- Olveston Post Office0.4 km
- Olveston Post Office0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: BS354BU · Data under Open Government Licence