Postcode Analysis North Somerset, South West

THE RIDGE, BS49 4DQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE RIDGE, BS49 4DQ.

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Population

314

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 51,900 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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4/10
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10/10
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2/10
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5/10
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1/10
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7/10
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7/10
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9/10
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9/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. BS49 4DQ's low deprivation rank, 90% ownership, and £597k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £597k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

BS49 4DQ is a sought-after residential area on The Ridge, 0.6km from Horsecastle in Yatton. Administratively it sits within Yatton ward and the North Somerset constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in BS49, BS49 4DQ offers a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. At 45 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 90% 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 31 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £597k. 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 BS49 4DQ are sourced from Output Area E00075070 (shared with 14 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 BS49 4DQ. The average age is 44.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.2%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean1.0%
Other / Mixed2.5%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 587,000

5 sales · Mean £ 580,200

Detached

£ 350,000

2 sales · Mean £ 350,000

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

BS49 4DQ has low crime rates — 31 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.

Violence and sexual offences51
Anti-social behaviour20
Criminal damage and arson9
Other crime7
Other theft7

school Local Schools

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Yatton Church of England Junior School

Good342 pupils0.6 km
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Yatton Infant School

Good200 pupils0.6 km
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Chestnut Park Primary

37 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • Edwards & Sons0.9 km
  • Cork & Fork0.3 km
  • Parsons Bakery0.5 km
  • Pullins (Bakers) Limited0.3 km
  • Scoop and Spice0.3 km
  • + 1 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • The Rock1.0 km
  • Horsecastle Chapel0.6 km
  • Strawberry Line Cafe Project CIC0.3 km
  • That Coffee Place0.5 km
  • Yatton Tandoori0.5 km
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Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Yatton Fish Bar0.6 km
  • Cheungs Chinese Takeaway0.5 km
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Butchers Arms0.8 km
  • Market Inn0.4 km
  • Railway Inn0.3 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-operative Retail Services0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Yatton0.3 km
  • Nailsea & Backwell6.2 km
  • Worle6.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Station Approach0.2 km
  • Station Approach0.2 km
  • Railway Station0.2 km
  • Cherry Grove0.3 km
  • Cherry Grove0.3 km