bath BA22 Postcodes

Bath (BA22)

The BA22 postcode area is located in the Bath postcode town region, within the county of Somerset, and contains a total of 838 individual postcodes.

There are 168 electoral wards in the BA22 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 South Somerset Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 28% of people in BA22 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 BA22 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 Bath postal district area BA22 covers a wide range of areas, from the rural countryside of Bath to the bustling city centre. The postcode covers parts of the city such as Widcombe, Larkhall, Oldfield Park and Twerton, as well as the surrounding villages of Combe Hay, Combe Down, Freshford, Widcombe and Weston.

The area is well served by public transport, with bus routes running to nearby towns, villages and cities along with direct trains into the city. There are four stations in the postcode area, all of which are within walking distance of the city centre, making BA22 an attractive place to live for commuters.

There is plenty to do in this part of the city, with dozens of attractions, restaurants, pubs, galleries, parks, and shopping districts to explore within BA22's bounds. The city centre itself is bustling with attractions, including the impressive Royal Crescent, the ancient Roman Baths, and the incomparable architecture of the Abbey, all within just a short walk of the postcode.

The area is also rich in educational opportunities, with several primary and secondary schools located in the postcode, as well as colleges and universities nearby. The University of Bath and Bath Spa University are both just a short drive away, and both have a range of courses from undergraduate to postgraduate.

Leisure opportunities are also plentiful in BA22, with plenty of green spaces, including the Combe Down Hills, the popular Unesco World Heritage site; various sports clubs; and Horton & Isle Valley Community Country Park, which has a playground, nature trail and outdoor activities all year round.

The BA22 postcode sits in the centre of Bath's heritage, history and charm, offering residents access to all the city's attractions whilst still being close to some of the more rural and peaceful parts of the district. It is the perfect place for both families and professionals looking for an environment that offers both city life and a connection to the countryside.

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