The Hollow is in Bath and in Bath And North East Somerset district. BA2 1LY is located in the Southdown electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bath. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Hollow, Bath, BA2 1LY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BA2 1PA, BA2 1EL, BA2 1LX, BA2 1EG, BA2 1EQ, BA2 1EJ, BA2 1EH, BA2 1JN, BA2 1BT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BA2 1LY, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.7% | 52% | 3.3% | 51.0% | 1.0% |
| Male | 51.3% | 48% | -3.3% | 49.0% | -1.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around BA2 1LY, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 53.4% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 43.8% | 53.4% | 9.6% | 37.9% | 15.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.7% | 31.5% | -7.2% | 44.2% | -12.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 4.1% | 2.8% | -1.3% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 8.8% | 0.5% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 5.1% | 3.2% | -1.9% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
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 | 42.5% | 49.8% | 7.3% | 48.4% | 1.4% |
| Good health | 34.4% | 31.6% | -2.8% | 33.6% | -2.0% |
| Fair health | 15% | 13.6% | -1.4% | 12.7% | 0.9% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 5% | -0.1% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.9% | 0% | -2.9% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.1% | 19.8% | -8.3% | 18.2% | 1.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.2% | 6.7% | -8.5% | 9.6% | -2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.4% | 14.7% | -3.7% | 13.4% | 1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 4.8% | 0.7% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.4% | 23.4% | 10.0% | 16.9% | 6.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.5% | 28.2% | 10.7% | 33.8% | -5.6% |
| Other | 3.2% | 2.4% | -0.8% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.4% 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 | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.1% | 0.2% |
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Indian | 0.7% | 1.7% | 1.0% | 3.1% | -1.4% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.6% | 0.7% | -1.9% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 1.1% | 1% | -0.1% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 93.4% | 92.4% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 11.0% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 85.7% 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 | 94.5% | 85.7% | -8.8% | 83.2% | 2.5% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 9.3% | 6.4% | 6.1% | 3.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 3.7% | 1.9% | 5.6% | -1.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.5% | 85.7% | -8.8% | 83.2% | 2.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 8.3% | 7.9% | 9.8% | -1.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 3% | 2.3% | 2.9% | 0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.2% | 2.3% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0.7% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.4% | 76.7% | -4.3% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Spain | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 2.7% | 1.3% | 1.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 19.9% | 13.5% | 6.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.2% | 37.2% | 11.0% |
| Christian | 42.9% | 46.2% | -3.3% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 2.3% | 6.5% | -4.2% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Hollow was 344.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 405.3% higher than the Southdown average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
The Hollow has the highest crime rate of 43 local areas in Southdown and the 22nd highest crime rate of 598 local areas in Bath and North East Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 89.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 105.4%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 77% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 The Hollow, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £435,000 | 2025-02-19 | £451,814 |
| 10 The Hollow, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2024-05-03 | £354,739 |
| 4 The Hollow, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2023-06-05 | £356,677 |
| 30 The Hollow, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2022-12-16 | £361,736 |
| 24 The Hollow, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £375,500 | 2022-07-29 | £383,178 |
BA2 1LY 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 student residents living in BA2 1LY area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 92 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Retired | 33 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 21 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Education | 15 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oldfield Park Junior School Lymore Terrace , Twerton BA2 2JL | 3out of 4 | 763 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Twerton Infant School Poolemead Road , Twerton BA2 1QR | 3out of 4 | 913 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michaels Junior Church School Newton Road , Twerton BA2 1RW | 3out of 4 | 1,064 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Roundhill Primary School Mount Road , Southdown BA2 1LG | 1out of 4 | 1,074 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oldfield Park Infant School Dorset Close , BA2 3RF | 3out of 4 | 1,118 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hayesfield Girls School Upper Oldfield Park , BA2 3LA | 3out of 4 | 1,457 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Oldfield School Kelston Road , BA1 9AB | 4out of 4 | 2,193 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beechen Cliff School Kipling Avenue , BA2 4RE | 1out of 4 | 2,405 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Saint Gregory's Catholic College Combe Hay Lane , Odd Down BA2 8PA | 4out of 4 | 2,914 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mark's CofE School Bay Tree Road , BA1 6ND | - not rated | 4,028 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bath College Avon Street , BA1 1UP | - not rated | 2,175 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bath Academy 27 Queen Square , BA1 2HX | - not rated | 2,252 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingswood Preparatory School College Road , Lansdown BA1 5SD | - not rated | 2,589 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Paragon School, Junior School of Prior Park College Lyncombe House , Lyncombe Vale BA2 4LT | - not rated | 2,823 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Three Ways School 180 Frome Road , Odd Down BA2 5RF | 4out of 4 | 2,997 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Aspire Academy Frome Road , Odd Down BA2 5RF | 3out of 4 | 2,997 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rose Cottage Hub Cafe | Rose Cottage, 43 High Street | 154 yd | |
| Avondown House Extra Care Housing Scheme | Avondown House, Langdon Road | 266 yd | |
| McDonalds | Mcdonalds, Weston Lock Retail Park | 504 yd | |
| Archway Cafe | Arch 7, Lower Bristol Road | 504 yd | |
| Sound Church | Freedom House, Lower Bristol Road | 504 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Golden Fleece | The Golden Fleece Avon Buildings, Lower Bristol Road | 502 yd | |
| Trowbridge House Public House | Trowbridge House Inn, 128 - 130 Coronation Avenue | 718 yd | |
| Full Moon Public House | The Full Moon, High Street | 752 yd | |
| The Charmbury Arms | 69 - 70 Brook Road, Twerton | 782 yd | |
| The Locksbrook Inn | 103 Locksbrook Road, Newbridge | 789 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Magic Wok | Magic Wok Chinese Take Away, 105A High Street | 523 yd | |
| What's Cooking? | Bath City Football Ground, High Street | 528 yd | |
| Happy Garden | 32A Coronation Avenue, Southdown | 615 yd | |
| Peking Chef | Peking Chef Take Away, 84 St Kilda's Road | 787 yd | |
| Southdown Fish Bar | Southdown Fish Bar, 110A Mount Road | 788 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks & Spencer | Marks And Spencer Unit B, Weston Lock Retail Park | 504 yd | |
| Morrison's Daily | 105 High Street, Twerton | 523 yd | |
| Lidl | Fieldings Road, Twerton | 559 yd | |
| Premier - Your Local Stores | Premier Stores, 106 Mount Road | 787 yd | |
| Co-Operative Retail Services Limited | The Co-operative, 112 Mount Road | 788 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fit Guru Gym & Physiotherapy Clinic HIGH STREET | health and fitness suite | 492 yd |
| Twerton Park (Bath City Fc) HIGH STREET | grass pitches | 495 yd |
| Genesis Lifestyle Centre STATION ROAD | health and fitness suite | 802 yd |
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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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% |
| Median download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 258.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.