BA3 5SS is in Kilmersdon, Radstock and Somerset district. BA3 5SS is located in the Mendip Hills electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Somerton and Frome. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Kilmersdon, Radstock, BA3 5SS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BA3 5SS, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.6% 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 | 54.3% | 52.6% | -1.7% | 51.0% | 1.6% |
| Male | 45.7% | 47.4% | 1.7% | 49.0% | -1.6% |
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 5SS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.3% 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 | 25.8% | 27.1% | 1.3% | 37.9% | -10.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52% | 53.3% | 1.3% | 44.2% | 9.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 2% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 12.7% | 11.4% | -1.3% | 9.1% | 2.3% |
| Widowed | 6.8% | 5.9% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
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 | 44% | 53.9% | 9.9% | 48.4% | 5.5% |
| Good health | 40.5% | 29.7% | -10.8% | 33.6% | -3.9% |
| Fair health | 11.3% | 13.2% | 1.9% | 12.7% | 0.5% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 2.3% | -1.1% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 | 15.8% | 14.2% | -1.6% | 18.2% | -4.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.7% | 11.8% | -0.9% | 9.6% | 2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.3% | 15.7% | -5.6% | 13.4% | 2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 5.9% | 1.8% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 20.5% | 10.1% | 16.9% | 3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.9% | 30.7% | 0.8% | 33.8% | -3.1% |
| Other | 5.9% | 1.2% | -4.7% | 2.8% | -1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 98.6% | 98.4% | -0.2% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 92.6% 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 | 96.9% | 92.6% | -4.3% | 83.2% | 9.4% |
| European Union | 1% | 2.3% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.2% | 92.3% | -3.9% | 83.2% | 9.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 4.2% | 3.9% | 9.8% | -5.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 2.9% | 2.6% | 2.9% | 0.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0.3% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.4% | 76.7% | 4.7% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 15.1% | 13.5% | 1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.2% | 37.2% | 7.0% |
| Christian | 48.4% | 46.2% | 2.2% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around BA3 5SS was 45.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 2.7% higher than the Mendip Central and East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
BA3 5SS has the 16th highest crime rate of 48 local areas in Mendip Central and East and the 871st lowest crime rate of 1,848 local areas in Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -37.1%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 52% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3, Radstock, Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2015-03-18 | £376,344 |
BA3 5SS area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 8% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 16% 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.
BA3 5SS 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 79 |
| Retired | 63 |
| Self-Employed | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Education | 13 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 7 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kilmersdon Church of England Primary School School Lane , Kilmersdon BA3 5TE | 3out of 4 | 697 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Church of England Primary School Old Road , Writhlington BA3 3NG | - not rated | 2,380 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Nicholas Church School Kilmersdon Road , Radstock BA3 3QH | - not rated | 2,686 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Benedict's Catholic Primary School Charlton Lane , Midsomer Norton BA3 4BD | 3out of 4 | 3,208 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westfield Primary School Longfellow Road , Westfield BA3 3XX | 3out of 4 | 3,332 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mendip Studio School Knobsbury Lane , Writhlington BA3 3NQ | 3out of 4 | 2,075 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Writhlington School Knobsbury Lane , Writhlington BA3 3NQ | 2out of 4 | 2,201 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Norton Hill Academy Charlton Road , Midsomer Norton BA3 4AD | 3out of 4 | 3,926 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Somervale School Specialist Media Arts College Redfield Road , Midsomer Norton BA3 2JD | 3out of 4 | 4,510 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newbury Manor School Newbury Manor , Newbury BA11 3RG | - not rated | 1,936 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fosse Way School Longfellow Road , Radstock BA3 3AL | 4out of 4 | 3,434 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Downside School , BA3 4RJ | - not rated | 5,080 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mendip Auction Rooms | Unit 7, Rookery Farm, Roemead Road | 443 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| A K Miles t/a Jolliffe Arms Ltd | The Jolliffe Arms, Kilmersdon Hill | 473 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kilmersdon Cricket Club (Closed) School Lane | grass pitches | 851 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.