Is BS40 5AQ a safe place to live?

Yes, BS40 5AQ is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 46 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of BS40 5AQ?

The population for the BS40 5AQ area is approximately 151 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis North Somerset, South West

BS40 5AQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BS40 5AQ.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

151

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 49,100 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: BS40 5AQ 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.

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10/10

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10/10

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2/10

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6/10

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1/10

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8/10

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1/10

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9/10

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1/10

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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates BS40 5AQ — age 45, 87% ownership, 11% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BS40 5AQ is a safe, established residential area located 0.1km from Iwood in North Somerset. Administratively it sits within Congresbury & Puxton ward and the Weston-Super-Mare constituency.

For families considering a move, BS40 5AQ represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 45 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 46 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for BS40 5AQ are sourced from Output Area E00074580 (shared with 26 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BS40 5AQ. The average age is 45.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.0%

Asian / British Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.7%

Other / Mixed1.3%

Economic Activity

49%Active

FT: 31%

Unemployed: 1%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

BS40 5AQ has low crime rates — 46 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are criminal damage and arson and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Criminal damage and arson4

Vehicle crime2

Violence and sexual offences1

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

White Hart0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Yatton4.0 km
Nailsea & Backwell6.6 km
Worle8.6 km