Holcombe Vale is in Bathampton, Bath and in Bath And North East Somerset district. BA2 6UX 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 Holcombe Vale, Bathampton, Bath, BA2 6UX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BA2 6UL, BA2 6TF, BA2 6TD, BA2 6UY, BA2 6UU, BA2 6SZ, BA2 6TE, BA2 6UP, BA2 6SX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BA2 6UX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.6% | 51.1% | -1.5% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 47.4% | 48.9% | 1.5% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 35% | 30.7% | -4.3% | 37.9% | -7.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35% | 40.6% | 5.6% | 44.2% | -3.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 1.4% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 11.7% | 15.7% | 4.0% | 9.1% | 6.6% |
| Widowed | 16.9% | 10.9% | -6.0% | 6.1% | 4.8% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 38.7% | 51.8% | 13.1% | 48.4% | 3.4% |
| Good health | 35.5% | 31% | -4.5% | 33.6% | -2.6% |
| Fair health | 18.7% | 11.6% | -7.1% | 12.7% | -1.1% |
| Bad health | 5.5% | 5.1% | -0.4% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 0.5% | -1.1% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 | 28.2% | 14.7% | -13.5% | 18.2% | -3.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12% | 8.2% | -3.8% | 9.6% | -1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.4% | 8.6% | -3.8% | 13.4% | -4.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.1% | 5.1% | -2.0% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.8% | 18.8% | 9.0% | 16.9% | 1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.1% | 41.8% | 14.7% | 33.8% | 8.0% |
| Other | 3.4% | 2.7% | -0.7% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 0.7% | 2.5% |
| Indian | 1% | 0.5% | -0.5% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 95.8% | 92.5% | -3.3% | 81.4% | 11.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 87.6% 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 | 92.9% | 87.6% | -5.3% | 83.2% | 4.4% |
| European Union | 2.6% | 6.2% | 3.6% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.9% | 1.1% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.3% | 4.6% | 2.3% | 5.6% | -1.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.3% | 87.6% | -4.7% | 83.2% | 4.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 7% | 6.7% | 9.8% | -2.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.8% | 1.6% | -4.2% | 1.9% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.4% | 76.7% | 4.7% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 13.8% | 13.5% | 0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.4% | 37.2% | 5.2% |
| Christian | 45.7% | 46.2% | -0.5% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Not answered | 10% | 6.0% | 4.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Holcombe Vale was 53.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 50.3% higher than the Bathavon North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Holcombe Vale has the 7th highest crime rate of 35 local areas in Bathavon North and the 261st highest crime rate of 598 local areas in Bath and North East Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 38.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 4.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 86 Holcombe Vale, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £435,000 | 2023-02-13 | £462,822 |
| 78 Holcombe Vale, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £336,600 | 2019-11-15 | £449,372 |
| 56 Holcombe Vale, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £318,000 | 2018-05-11 | £415,266 |
| 58 Holcombe Vale, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £317,000 | 2018-02-16 | £420,527 |
| 66 Holcombe Vale, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £342,000 | 2016-09-23 | £487,641 |
BA2 6UX 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 BA2 6UX 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 | 95 |
| Full-Time Employee | 83 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 33 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Education | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bathampton Primary School Tyning Road , Bathampton BA2 6TQ | 4out of 4 | 379 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bathford Church School Dovers Park , Bathford BA1 7UB | 4out of 4 | 1,756 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Batheaston Church School School Lane , Northend BA1 7EP | 3out of 4 | 1,806 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bathwick St Mary Church School Darlington Road , BA2 6NN | 4out of 4 | 1,873 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Saviours Junior Church School Eldon Place , Larkhall BA1 6TG | 3out of 4 | 1,881 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 | 2,176 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ralph Allen School Claverton Down Road , Combe Down BA2 7AD | 3out of 4 | 3,808 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beechen Cliff School Kipling Avenue , BA2 4RE | 1out of 4 | 3,921 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Hayesfield Girls School Upper Oldfield Park , BA2 3LA | 3out of 4 | 4,321 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 3,507 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 | 1,817 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King Edward's School, Bath North Road , Bath BA2 6HU | - not rated | 1,850 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Royal High School GDST Royal High School Bath GDST , Lansdown Road BA1 5SZ | - not rated | 3,231 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Bath Academy 27 Queen Square , BA1 2HX | - not rated | 3,324 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingswood School Lansdown Road , BA1 5RG | - not rated | 3,601 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe 25 | 25 Holcombe Lane, Bathampton | 103 yd | |
| Cafe On The Barge | Tow Path Kennet And Avon Canal, Bathampton | 316 yd | |
| Feilden Clegg Bradley Studios LLP | Fielden Clegg, Toll Bridge Road | 1,049 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The George Inn | George Inn, Mill Lane | 316 yd | |
| Bathampton Mill | Mill Lane, Bathampton | 727 yd | |
| Avon Rugby Club | London Road West, Lower Swainswick | 1,090 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spar Bathampton | Spar, 21 Holcombe Lane | 98 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| King Edward'S School Playing Fields KING EDWARDS SCHOOL SPORTS PAVILION KING EDWARDS SCHOOL SPORTS PAVILION DARK LANE | grass pitches | 247 yd |
| Bathampton Primary School TYNING ROAD | grass pitches | 397 yd |
| Avon Rfc LONDON ROAD WEST | grass pitches | 1,003 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% |
| Median download speed | 39.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 39.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 65.08 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 65.08 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 18.86 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.