12,995TOTAL POPULATION
5,820HOUSEHOLDS
2.6%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£43,680AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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BA15 POSTCODE REGION

Bath (BA15)

The BA15 postcode area is located in the Bath postcode town region, within the county of Wiltshire, and contains a total of 625 individual postcodes.

There are 22 electoral wards in the BA15 postcode area, including Bath, Bradford-On-Avon, Bruton, Castle Cary, Frome, Glastonbury, Radstock, Shepton Mallet, Street, Templecombe, Trowbridge, Warminster, Wells, Westbury, Wincanton, Yeovil which come under the local authority of the Wiltshire Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 40% of people in BA15 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.

This does not mean that the people of BA15 are wealthier - or higher class - than average, but it can be an indication that the area may be prospering and desirable to live in.


The BA15 postcode is an area in the city of Bath, in south-west England. It is a primarily suburban area encompassing the neighbouring villages of Ashton Keynes, Castle Combe, North Wraxall, South Wraxall, Boyton and Leigh Delamere.

The region is host to some of the most beautiful countryside scenery the south-west has to offer, making it the perfect destination for visitors. It is home to a wide variety of wildlife, including red kites, doves and pheasants. The market town of Chippenham is situated to the Southwest of the postcode district.

The main attraction to the area is Castle Combe Circuit, a motor racing circuit dominated by motorsport. It is also a popular spot for cycling, with the Bristol and Bath cycle route passing through the postcode district.

Being in the heart of the West Country, the area is naturally rich in history. The Market Cross at North Wraxall marks the centre of the old village. Ashton Keynes was once home to the fourth largest Roman villa in the country, while the village of Castle Combe was essential to supporting the local wool industry in the 15th century.

The region is also an area of great geological importance, with the Cotswold scarp forming part of the area. The Cotswold scarp features several sites of scientific importance, as well as a range of limestone quarries.

In terms of the housing market, the area is popular for its variety of potential options - from classic character-filled cottages to modern apartments. The area is popular amongst commuters, with two train stations providing convenient links to London and elsewhere. The M4 is nearby, forming a link to the country's motorway network.

The area is also home to a range of places to eat and drink, from local pubs and restaurants serving an array of country-style cuisine, to chic cocktail bars. There are several opportunities for shopping too, from boutique gift shops to larger chain supermarkets.

The area is great for families, too, with a wide range of amenities. There are several parks and outdoor spaces, such as Summerhayes Park and Ashton Court Park, as well as a range of sports facilities such as swimming pools and golf courses.

The BA15 postcode is undoubtedly an attractive place to live or visit, with its serene countryside scenery, vibrant housing market, excellent transport links and ample places for leisure and entertainment.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 90%WORKING
  • 10%UNEMPLOYED

10% of people in BA15 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 40%AB
  • 46%C2/C2
  • 14%DE

According to census records, 40% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 92%WHITE
  • 8%NON-WHITE

92% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

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BA15Wiltshire

Wiltshire

The county of Wiltshire

BA15 is located in the county of Wiltshire, in England.

Wiltshire has a total population of 706,300, making it the 34th largest county in the UK.

Wiltshire has a total area of 1346 square miles, and a population density of 202 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.

Wiltshire Postal Town Map
Outward CodeBA15
Postal TownBath
MSOA NameWiltshire 027
LSOA NameWiltshire 027F
CountyWiltshire
RegionWiltshire
CountryEngland
Local AuthorityWiltshire
Area ClassificationLargely Rural (rural including hub towns 50-79%)

BA15 Electoral Wards

The postal region of BA15, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Avoncliff
Bathford
Bradford Leigh
Bradford on Avon
Conkwell
Farleigh Wick
Forewoods Common
Frome
Great Ashley
Little Ashley
Lower Wraxall
Lye Green
Monkton Farleigh
Pinckney Green
South Wraxall
Trowle Common
Turleigh
Warleigh
Westwood
Widbrook
Winsley
Woolley
Woolley Green
Browse Postcodes in BA15

Dig even deeper into the BA15 postcode by clicking on a postcode below:

Click on an outward postal code below for more information about the area. Each 'outward' postcode give you a comprehensive list of all postcodes within the outward code area (BA) and estimated address.

Click on an 'outward' code for more information. For example, the outward postcode page 'EC2M' will give you an alphabetical list covering all postcodes located in the region, from 'EC2M 1BB' through to 'EC2M 7YA'.

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