Silver Street is in Midsomer Norton, Radstock and in Wansdyke district. BA3 2EX is located in the Midsomer Norton Redfield 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 Silver Street, Midsomer Norton, Radstock, BA3 2EX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BA3 2ET, BA3 2HG, BA3 2EA, BA3 2HE, BA3 2EU, BA3 2EE, BA3 2HF, BA3 2HQ, BA3 2HD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BA3 2EX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.8% | 51% | 2.2% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 51.2% | 49% | -2.2% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of BA3 2EX there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.5% 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 | 20% | 33.5% | 13.5% | 37.9% | -4.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.5% | 52.5% | -6.0% | 44.2% | 8.3% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 1.1% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 9.6% | 5% | -4.6% | 9.1% | -4.1% |
| Widowed | 9.6% | 7.9% | -1.7% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
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 | 37.5% | 45.7% | 8.2% | 48.4% | -2.7% |
| Good health | 39.9% | 34.7% | -5.2% | 33.6% | 1.1% |
| Fair health | 14.8% | 14.5% | -0.3% | 12.7% | 1.8% |
| Bad health | 6.5% | 3.4% | -3.1% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1.7% | 0.3% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33.5% | 23.4% | -10.1% | 18.2% | 5.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.3% | 7.9% | -4.4% | 9.6% | -1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15% | 14.4% | -0.6% | 13.4% | 1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 6.1% | 0.7% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.3% | 18.3% | 11.0% | 16.9% | 1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.3% | 25.5% | 3.2% | 33.8% | -8.3% |
| Other | 4.2% | 4.3% | 0.1% | 2.8% | 1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.6% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| White | 95.9% | 98.6% | 2.7% | 81.4% | 17.2% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 95.2% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.1% | 95.2% | 2.1% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 3.4% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 0.3% | -1.8% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.1% | 94.9% | 1.8% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| 10+ Years | 1.7% | 3.1% | 1.4% | 9.8% | -6.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.1% | 0.6% | -1.5% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0.8% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0.6% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.6% | 76.7% | -1.1% |
| Ireland | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 21% | 13.5% | 7.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.5% | 37.2% | 4.3% |
| Christian | 48.9% | 46.2% | 2.7% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 8.5% | 6.0% | 2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Silver Street was 261.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 335.4% higher than the Midsomer Norton Redfield average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Silver Street has the highest crime rate of 16 local areas in Midsomer Norton Redfield and the 34th highest crime rate of 598 local areas in Bath and North East Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 132.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 82.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 54% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Silver Street, Radstock, Bath And North East Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £232,500 | 2021-01-08 | £279,856 |
| 14 Silver Street, Radstock, Bath And North East Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2019-07-18 | £402,824 |
| 22 Silver Street, Radstock, Bath And North East Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2018-11-09 | £357,568 |
| 18 Silver Street, Radstock, Bath And North East Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £172,500 | 2017-03-10 | £238,671 |
| 20 Silver Street, Radstock, Bath And North East Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2014-06-23 | £254,295 |
BA3 2EX area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 87 |
| Retired | 82 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Education | 14 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John's CofE Primary School Redfield Road , Midsomer Norton BA3 2JN | 3out of 4 | 284 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Midsomer Norton Primary School High Street , Midsomer Norton BA3 2DR | 3out of 4 | 371 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Longvernal Primary School Clapton Road , Midsomer Norton BA3 2LP | 3out of 4 | 825 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westfield Primary School Longfellow Road , Westfield BA3 3XX | 3out of 4 | 1,002 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Norton Hill Primary School Silver Street , BA3 2UD | - not rated | 1,029 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Somervale School Specialist Media Arts College Redfield Road , Midsomer Norton BA3 2JD | 3out of 4 | 266 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Norton Hill Academy Charlton Road , Midsomer Norton BA3 4AD | 3out of 4 | 465 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mendip Studio School Knobsbury Lane , Writhlington BA3 3NQ | 3out of 4 | 3,967 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Writhlington School Knobsbury Lane , Writhlington BA3 3NQ | 2out of 4 | 3,992 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fosse Way School Longfellow Road , Radstock BA3 3AL | 4out of 4 | 896 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Downside School , BA3 4RJ | - not rated | 3,790 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newbury Manor School Newbury Manor , Newbury BA11 3RG | - not rated | 5,447 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| AK Pizza | Ak Pizza, 11 Holly Court | 239 yd | |
| Essence Cafe | 2 Holly Court, High Street | 242 yd | |
| Nisi | 125 High Street, Midsomer Norton | 245 yd | |
| Pure Taste/Bargain Branded Food And Drink | Pure Taste, 11 High Street | 260 yd | |
| Jacarandas | 109B High Street, Midsomer Norton | 284 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| White Hart | White Hart Inn, 7 The Island | 207 yd | |
| Mardon Sports And Social Club | Alcan Mardon Social Club, Nightingale Way | 266 yd | |
| Fat Sams | Fat Sam'S, 112A High Street | 284 yd | |
| Mallards | 20 High Street, Midsomer Norton | 412 yd | |
| Crossways Tavern | Crossway Tavern, Redfield Road | 602 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best Pizza And Kebab | Best Pizza, 5 Somer House | 264 yd | |
| Norton Fried Chicken | 114 High Street, Midsomer Norton | 268 yd | |
| Charcoal Grill | 112 High Street, Midsomer Norton | 280 yd | |
| The Chip Inn | Chip Inn, 108 High Street | 284 yd | |
| Oriental Sunrise | 26 Church Square, Midsomer Norton | 351 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys Supermarket The Hollies, High Street | 315 yd | |
| Lidl Limited | Lidl (uk), 39 High Street | 657 yd | |
| Shell Londis Elm Tree | Elm Tree Filling Station, Wells Road | 1,054 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Somervale School REDFIELD ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 173 yd |
| High Energy Fitness Studio Ltd REAR OF 112 REAR OF 112 HIGH STREET | health and fitness suite | 284 yd |
| Ruby2Shoes Ladies Gym (Closed) Unit 6a-6b Unit 6a-6b High Street | 309 yd | |
| Midsomer Norton Primary School HIGH STREET | grass pitches | 397 yd |
| Norton Hill Sports Centre CHARLTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 406 yd |
| St John'S Primary School REDFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 417 yd |
| Midsomer Norton Cricket Club WITHIES LANE | grass pitches | 425 yd |
| Midsomer Norton Sports Centre GULLOCK TYNING | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 476 yd |
| West Clewes Recreation Ground WEST CLEWES WEST CLEWES NORTH ROAD | grass pitches | 676 yd |
| Norton Hill Sports Centre Sports Field SILVER STREET | grass pitches | 685 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 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 100.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.