Gloucester Road is in Upper Swainswick, Bath and in Bath And North East Somerset district. BA1 8BS is located in the Bathavon North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North East Somerset. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Gloucester Road, Upper Swainswick, Bath, BA1 8BS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BA1 8BT, BA1 8BX, BA1 8DA, BA1 8BR, BA1 8BU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BA1 8BS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.9% | 50.4% | -0.5% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 49.1% | 49.6% | 0.5% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of BA1 8BS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.4% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 26.9% | 27.6% | 0.7% | 37.9% | -10.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.6% | 56.4% | -6.2% | 44.2% | 12.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 1.8% | 1.4% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 5.7% | 6.2% | 0.5% | 9.1% | -2.9% |
| Widowed | 4.4% | 6.2% | 1.8% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 49.4% | 54.2% | 4.8% | 48.4% | 5.8% |
| Good health | 33.2% | 28.8% | -4.4% | 33.6% | -4.8% |
| Fair health | 14.3% | 14% | -0.3% | 12.7% | 1.3% |
| Bad health | 2.6% | 3% | 0.4% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.7% | 12.2% | -1.5% | 18.2% | -6.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.1% | 5.9% | -4.2% | 9.6% | -3.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 10.9% | -3.6% | 13.4% | -2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 6.8% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.8% | 14.5% | 1.7% | 16.9% | -2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 41.4% | 48.9% | 7.5% | 33.8% | 15.1% |
| Other | 3.5% | 0.9% | -2.6% | 2.8% | -1.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.2% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% | 1.1% | 0.4% |
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 93.6% | 93.2% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 11.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 86.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.7% | 86.4% | -5.3% | 83.2% | 3.2% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 3% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 3.8% | 2.3% | 2.7% | 1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.3% | 2.6% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -3.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 2.3% | 1.9% | 1.3% | 1.0% |
| Oceania | 1.5% | 1.1% | -0.4% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.3% | 86.7% | -4.6% | 83.2% | 3.5% |
| 10+ Years | 2.3% | 9.1% | 6.8% | 9.8% | -0.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.7% | 1.9% | -3.8% | 1.9% | 0.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.6% | 76.7% | 2.9% |
| Ireland | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Middle East | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 12.8% | 13.5% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.1% | 37.2% | 3.9% |
| Christian | 51.7% | 46.2% | 5.5% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 1.9% | 6.5% | -4.6% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 3.4% | 6.0% | -2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gloucester Road was 43.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 19.8% higher than the Bathavon North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Gloucester Road has the 8th highest crime rate of 34 local areas in Bathavon North and the 268th lowest crime rate of 592 local areas in Bath and North East Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 27.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -32.1%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 81% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tredegar Gloucester Road, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £810,000 | 2016-05-31 | £1,092,999 |
BA1 8BS area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 4% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 17% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
BA1 8BS area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in BA1 8BS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 71 |
| Full-Time Employee | 48 |
| Self-Employed | 39 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Education | 11 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swainswick Church School Innox Lane , Upper Swainswick BA1 8DB | 4out of 4 | 337 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Swainswick CofE Primary School Innox Lane , Upper Swainswick BA1 8DB | - not rated | 337 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Saviours Infant Church School Spring Lane , Larkhall BA1 6NY | 3out of 4 | 2,159 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Saviour's CofE Infant School Spring Lane , Larkhall BA1 6NY | - not rated | 2,159 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Saviours Junior Church School Eldon Place , Larkhall BA1 6TG | 3out of 4 | 2,170 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mark's CofE School Bay Tree Road , BA1 6ND | - not rated | 2,119 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mark's CofE School Bay Tree Road , BA1 6ND | 3out of 4 | 2,119 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oldfield School Kelston Road , BA1 9AB | - not rated | 5,046 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oldfield School Kelston Road , BA1 9AB | 3out of 4 | 5,046 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hayesfield Girls School Upper Oldfield Park , BA2 3LA | - not rated | 5,148 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bath College Avon Street , BA1 1UP | - not rated | 4,556 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The New Small School Brookleaze Buildings , Larkhall BA1 6RA | - not rated | 2,267 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Royal High School GDST Royal High School Bath GDST , Lansdown Road BA1 5SZ | - not rated | 2,618 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Kingswood School Lansdown Road , BA1 5RG | - not rated | 2,627 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Grosvenor High School 3-5 Grosvenor Place , BA1 6AX | - not rated | 2,717 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Norland Nursery Training College York Place , BA1 6AE | - not rated | 2,984 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.