Claverton Down Road is in Bath and in Bath And North East Somerset district. BA2 6DY is located in the Widcombe & Lyncombe electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bath. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Claverton Down Road, Bath, BA2 6DY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BA2 6DX, BA2 6EE, BA2 6EB, BA2 6EA, BA2 6DU, BA2 6DZ, BA2 6DN, BA2 6DW, BA2 6DS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BA2 6DY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 41.7% | 51.3% | 9.6% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 58.3% | 48.7% | -9.6% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 6DY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.2% 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 | 42.1% | 38.6% | -3.5% | 37.9% | 0.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.9% | 51.2% | 0.3% | 44.2% | 7.0% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 2.6% | 7.1% | 4.5% | 9.1% | -2.0% |
| Widowed | 1.8% | 3.1% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
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 (87.5%) 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 | 71.5% | 55.3% | -16.2% | 48.4% | 6.9% |
| Good health | 21.5% | 32.2% | 10.7% | 33.6% | -1.4% |
| Fair health | 5.6% | 7.9% | 2.3% | 12.7% | -4.8% |
| Bad health | 1.4% | 3.9% | 2.5% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 6DY this area, 9.3% 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 58.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 2.6% | 9.3% | 6.7% | 18.2% | -8.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 3.5% | 3.9% | 0.4% | 9.6% | -5.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.6% | 7.8% | -1.8% | 13.4% | -5.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 1.6% | -1.9% | 5.3% | -3.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.5% | 16.3% | -1.2% | 16.9% | -0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 55.3% | 58.1% | 2.8% | 33.8% | 24.3% |
| Other | 7.9% | 3.1% | -4.8% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 85.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.7% | 2% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 1.3% |
| Indian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 2% | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.4% | 4% | 2.6% | 0.8% | 3.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 2.8% | 0.7% | -2.1% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 93.1% | 85.4% | -7.7% | 81.4% | 4.0% |
| Arab | 0.7% | 2% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| Other | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 86.2% 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 | 88.2% | 86.2% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 3.0% |
| European Union | 4.9% | 2% | -2.9% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.6% | 7.2% | 1.6% | 5.6% | 1.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 3.9% | 3.2% | 1.3% | 2.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 87.5% | 86.2% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 3.0% |
| 10+ Years | 2.8% | 9.2% | 6.4% | 9.8% | -0.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.8% | 3.3% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.3% | 1.3% | -5.0% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.7% | 76.7% | 16.0% |
| Germany | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 3.3% | 0.3% | 3.0% |
| No passport held | 1.3% | 13.5% | -12.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.8% | 37.2% | 3.6% |
| Christian | 40.8% | 46.2% | -5.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 3.9% | 6.5% | -2.6% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 12.5% | 6.0% | 6.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Claverton Down Road was 21.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 75.8% lower than the Bathwick average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
Claverton Down Road has the 20th lowest crime rate of 90 local areas in Bathwick and the 119th lowest crime rate of 598 local areas in Bath and North East Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -27.3%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 68% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Widgates Claverton Down Road, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £580,000 | 2024-11-14 | £582,852 |
| Downlands Claverton Down Road, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £850,000 | 2022-05-11 | £892,585 |
| The Paddock Claverton Down Road, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £595,000 | 2010-11-12 | £1,109,653 |
| Downlands Claverton Down Road, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £149,950 | 1997-04-11 | £982,173 |
BA2 6DY area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 5% 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 6DY 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 6DY 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 | 28 |
| Retired | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Part-Time Employee | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 8 |
| Education | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Construction | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Widcombe CofE Junior School Pulteney Road , BA2 4JG | 4out of 4 | 1,443 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Widcombe Infant School Archway Street , BA2 4JG | 4out of 4 | 1,497 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bathwick St Mary Church School Darlington Road , BA2 6NN | 4out of 4 | 1,912 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Combe Down CofE Primary School Church Road , Combe Down BA2 5JQ | 3out of 4 | 2,207 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mulberry Park Educate Together Primary Academy Mulberry Way , Combe Down BA2 5BU | - not rated | 2,249 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ralph Allen School Claverton Down Road , Combe Down BA2 7AD | 3out of 4 | 1,478 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beechen Cliff School Kipling Avenue , BA2 4RE | 1out of 4 | 2,040 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Hayesfield Girls School Upper Oldfield Park , BA2 3LA | 3out of 4 | 2,885 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| St Mark's CofE School Bay Tree Road , BA1 6ND | - not rated | 3,144 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint Gregory's Catholic College Combe Hay Lane , Odd Down BA2 8PA | 4out of 4 | 4,461 yd | Voluntary aided school | 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 | 2,247 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Bath Claverton Down , BA2 7AY | - not rated | 671 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Prior Park College Ralph Allen Drive , Bath BA2 5AH | - not rated | 1,483 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King Edward's School, Bath North Road , Bath BA2 6HU | - not rated | 1,550 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 | 1,802 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkton Prep School Combe Down , BA2 7ET | - not rated | 2,069 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Polden Cafe | Polden, University Of Bath Campus | 699 yd | |
| 4 West | 4 West Cafe, 4 University Of Bath Campus | 700 yd | |
| Fountain Canteen | University Of Bath Campus, Claverton Down | 700 yd | |
| Claverton Rooms / Food Direct | Claverton Rooms, University Of Bath Campus | 700 yd | |
| The Pitstop | Norwood House, University Of Bath Campus | 759 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| University Of Bath Sports Training Village The Avenue | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 737 yd |
| Bath Golf Club SHAM CASTLE SHAM CASTLE GOLF COURSE ROAD | golf | 1,060 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 | 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.