Chaucer Road is in Bath and in Bath district. BA2 4SY is located in the Widcombe & Lyncombe electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bath. This postcode has been in use since 1983-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Chaucer Road, Bath, BA2 4SY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BA2 4SH, BA2 4SN, BA2 4SW, BA2 4SL, BA2 4LW, BA2 4RA, BA2 4SU, BA2 4SJ, BA2 4LL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BA2 4SY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.6% | 50.9% | 1.3% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 50.4% | 49.1% | -1.3% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
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 BA2 4SY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.1% 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 | 31% | 31.9% | 0.9% | 37.9% | -6.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.1% | 57.1% | 3.0% | 44.2% | 12.9% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 2.7% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 6.1% | 3.1% | -3.0% | 9.1% | -6.0% |
| Widowed | 5.7% | 5.3% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (91.1%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 56% | 60.6% | 4.6% | 48.4% | 12.2% |
| Good health | 27.1% | 30.5% | 3.4% | 33.6% | -3.1% |
| Fair health | 13.9% | 5.7% | -8.2% | 12.7% | -7.0% |
| Bad health | 2.6% | 2.8% | 0.2% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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.
In the area around BA2 4SY this area, 7.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 63.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 10% | 7.6% | -2.4% | 18.2% | -10.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 3.1% | 1.8% | -1.3% | 9.6% | -7.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.1% | 9% | -4.1% | 13.4% | -4.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 5.3% | -5.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.2% | 17.9% | 5.7% | 16.9% | 1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 58.1% | 63.7% | 5.6% | 33.8% | 29.9% |
| Other | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 0.7% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.5% | 2.5% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 1.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 96.6% | 93.7% | -2.9% | 81.4% | 12.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 86.3% 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 | 89.5% | 86.3% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 3.1% |
| European Union | 3.4% | 5.6% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.9% | 2.8% | 0.9% | 2.7% | 0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 1.4% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 3% | 3.9% | 0.9% | 1.3% | 2.6% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.1% | 86.9% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 3.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 8.2% | 8.2% | 9.8% | -1.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 1.4% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 9.4% | 2.5% | -6.9% | 1.9% | 0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.4% | 76.7% | 13.7% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Germany | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 2.9% | 13.5% | -10.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 57.4% | 37.2% | 20.2% |
| Christian | 36.2% | 46.2% | -10.0% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chaucer Road was 273.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 244.5% higher than the Combe Down average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Chaucer Road has the 5th highest crime rate of 37 local areas in Combe Down and the 31st highest crime rate of 598 local areas in Bath and North East Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 53.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -9.9%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 93% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Greenway Court Chaucer Road, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2021-09-29 | £261,677 |
| 8 Greenway Court Chaucer Road, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £222,500 | 2020-01-16 | £270,198 |
| Garage 25 Greenway Court Chaucer Road, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset Other, an established residential building | £20,000 | 2018-09-21 | £23,284 |
| Garage 25 Greenway Court Chaucer Road, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset Other, an established residential building | £25,000 | 2017-07-25 | £30,036 |
| 16 Greenway Court Chaucer Road, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2015-02-06 | £312,437 |
BA2 4SY 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.
BA2 4SY area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 68 |
| Retired | 54 |
| Self-Employed | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Education | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Information and communication | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moorlands Infant School Moorfields Road , BA2 2DQ | 3out of 4 | 1,016 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Catholic Primary School Oldfield Lane , BA2 3NR | 3out of 4 | 1,044 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorlands Junior School Chantry Mead Road , BA2 2DE | 3out of 4 | 1,074 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Widcombe Infant School Archway Street , BA2 4JG | 4out of 4 | 1,084 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Widcombe CofE Junior School Pulteney Road , BA2 4JG | 4out of 4 | 1,146 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beechen Cliff School Kipling Avenue , BA2 4RE | 1out of 4 | 235 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Hayesfield Girls School Upper Oldfield Park , BA2 3LA | 3out of 4 | 857 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Saint Gregory's Catholic College Combe Hay Lane , Odd Down BA2 8PA | 4out of 4 | 2,573 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ralph Allen School Claverton Down Road , Combe Down BA2 7AD | 3out of 4 | 2,778 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mark's CofE School Bay Tree Road , BA1 6ND | - not rated | 3,434 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 | 974 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Paragon School, Junior School of Prior Park College Lyncombe House , Lyncombe Vale BA2 4LT | - not rated | 619 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bath Academy 27 Queen Square , BA1 2HX | - not rated | 1,489 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Prior Park College Ralph Allen Drive , Bath BA2 5AH | - not rated | 1,764 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Three Ways School 180 Frome Road , Odd Down BA2 5RF | 4out of 4 | 2,010 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Aspire Academy Frome Road , Odd Down BA2 5RF | 3out of 4 | 2,010 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Menu Gordon Jones | 2 Wellsway, Bath | 505 yd | |
| The Good Bear Cafe | The Bear Pad, 7 Hayes Place | 515 yd | |
| Thai Thai Takeaway | 136 Wells Road, Lyncombe | 520 yd | |
| Riverview Cafe | Buro Happold Camden Mill, 230 Lower Bristol Road | 810 yd | |
| Gourmet Burger Kitchen Bath | Gourmet Burger Kitchen, 8 Brunel Square | 814 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Devonshire Arms | Devonshire Arms, 139 Wellsway | 354 yd | |
| Bear Inn | The Bear, 8 - 10 Wellsway | 505 yd | |
| Be At One | Be At One Limited, 11 Brunel Square | 815 yd | |
| Ludo Sports Bar And Kitchen | 9 Brunel Square, Bath | 825 yd | |
| The Ram | 20 Claverton Buildings, Widcombe | 858 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manhattan | Manhattan Burger Bar, 23 Claverton Buildings | 858 yd | |
| Ruposhi | Ruposhi Indian Takeaway, 3 Sussex Place | 901 yd | |
| Mokoko Coffee (Southgate Outdoor Bar) | Street Record, Southgate Place | 956 yd | |
| Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) | 16 Lower Borough Walls, City Centre | 1,061 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 52 Wellsway, Bath | 373 yd | |
| Co-Op | Co-Operative Retail Services Ltd, 11 Wellsway | 494 yd | |
| High Street Store Widcombe | 12 - 13 Claverton Buildings, Widcombe | 858 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys, 2 - 4 Dorchester Street | 895 yd | |
| Morrison's Market Kitchen | Morrison's, 11 Southgate Street | 902 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Beechen Cliff School KIPLING AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 180 yd |
| Space Gym 7B 7B HAYESFIELD PARK | health and fitness suite | 537 yd |
| Bloomfield Tennis Club WELLSWAY | tennis courts | 777 yd |
| Hayesfield Upper School UPPER OLDFIELD PARK | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 973 yd |
| St Johns Catholic Primary School OLDFIELD LANE | 1,019 yd | |
| City Of Bath College Fitness Academy AVON STREET | health and fitness suite | 1,031 yd |
| The Gainsborough Bath Spa GAINSBOROUGH HOTEL GAINSBOROUGH HOTEL BEAU STREET | health and fitness suite | 1,080 yd |
| Moorlands School Federation CHANTRY MEAD ROAD | grass pitches | 1,090 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 | 94.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 5.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 5.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 5.6% |
| 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 | 5.6% |
| Median download speed | 30 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 29.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 46.91 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 46.91 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 8.24 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.