Bathford Hill is in Compton Dando, Bristol and in Bath And North East Somerset district. BS39 4LD is located in the Saltford electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North East Somerset. This postcode has been in use since 1997-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bathford Hill, Compton Dando, Bristol, BS39 4LD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BS39 4LQ, BS39 4LB, BS39 4LA, BS39 4JZ, BS39 4LJ, BS39 4LH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BS39 4LD has a slightly higher male population, with 50% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.5% | 50% | 1.5% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 51.5% | 50% | -1.5% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 BS39 4LD there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 64.2% 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 | 21.4% | 21.5% | 0.1% | 37.9% | -16.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.7% | 64.2% | 0.5% | 44.2% | 20.0% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 2.8% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 4.4% | 3.7% | -0.7% | 9.1% | -5.4% |
| Widowed | 7.3% | 6.9% | -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 (85.7%) 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 | 54.6% | 54.5% | -0.1% | 48.4% | 6.1% |
| Good health | 33.1% | 31.2% | -1.9% | 33.6% | -2.4% |
| Fair health | 11.3% | 10.4% | -0.9% | 12.7% | -2.3% |
| Bad health | 0.7% | 3.2% | 2.5% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 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.
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 44.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12.5% | 13.8% | 1.3% | 18.2% | -4.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.7% | 8.1% | -3.6% | 9.6% | -1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.3% | 11.4% | -5.9% | 13.4% | -2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 4.5% | -0.3% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.3% | 15.4% | 4.1% | 16.9% | -1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 41.9% | 44.7% | 2.8% | 33.8% | 10.9% |
| Other | 0.4% | 2% | 1.6% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 97.6% | 98.6% | 1.0% | 81.4% | 17.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 91.5% 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 | 93.9% | 91.5% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 8.3% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 1.8% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 2.1% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 2.8% | 1.4% | 2.7% | 0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.5% | 92.4% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 9.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.8% | 5.8% | 9.8% | -4.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.4% | 1.8% | -2.6% | 1.9% | -0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.7% | 76.7% | 13.0% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.8% | 0.2% | 1.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 5.7% | 13.5% | -7.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.1% | 37.2% | -0.1% |
| Christian | 56.1% | 46.2% | 9.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bathford Hill was 51.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 25.5% higher than the Bathavon South average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Bathford Hill has the 21st highest crime rate of 58 local areas in Bathavon South and the 278th highest crime rate of 598 local areas in Bath and North East Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -35.4%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wansdyke View Bathford Hill, Bristol, Bath And North East Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £495,000 | 2021-02-01 | £590,993 |
| Wansdyke View Bathford Hill, Bristol, Bath And North East Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £385,000 | 2017-08-01 | £511,664 |
| Claytiles Bathford Hill, Bristol, Bath And North East Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £442,500 | 2016-10-21 | £613,616 |
| New Farm Bathford Hill, Bristol, Bath And North East Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £317,000 | 2002-10-10 | £912,681 |
BS39 4LD area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Less than 1% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 23% 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.
BS39 4LD 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.
| Retired | 71 |
| Full-Time Employee | 58 |
| Self-Employed | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 20 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Education | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Primary School Castle Primary School, Newlands Road , Keynsham BS31 2TS | 2out of 4 | 3,132 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Marksbury CofE Primary School Marksbury , BA2 9HS | 4out of 4 | 3,165 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pensford Primary School Pensford Hill , Pensford BS39 4AA | 3out of 4 | 3,194 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Church of England Primary School Charlton Park , Keynsham BS31 2NB | 4out of 4 | 3,848 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Keyna Primary School Monmouth Road , Keynsham BS31 2JP | 3out of 4 | 3,855 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wellsway School Chandag Road , Keynsham BS31 1PH | 3out of 4 | 4,042 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| IKB Academy 68 Bath Road , BS31 1SP | 2out of 4 | 4,200 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broadlands Academy St Francis Road , Keynsham BS31 2DY | 3out of 4 | 4,524 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lansdown Park Academy Stockwood Lane , Stockwood BS14 8SJ | 3out of 4 | 4,442 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bath Spa University Newton Park , Newton St Loe BA2 9BN | - not rated | 5,448 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Compton Inn | Compton Inn, Court Hill | 295 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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.