bath BA6 Postcodes
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Bath (BA6)
The BA6 postcode area is located in the Bath postcode town region, within the county of , and contains a total of 723 individual postcodes.
There are 79 electoral wards in the BA6 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 Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 24% of people in BA6 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 BA6 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.
The BA6 postcode serves the village of Glastonbury in Somerset, located in the Bath and North East Somerset district. The district is a largely rural area of the county, known for its picturesque landscapes and rolling hills.
The postcode is shared by four suburbs: Baltonsborough, Butleigh, Street and Glastonbury. It covers an area of almost 15 sq miles, including open farmland and wooded hillsides.
The town of Glastonbury is the main town within the postcode. Historically, it was once a large market centre and a centre of pilgrimage for thousands of years. Today, it's well known for its localised independent businesses and artisan food, arts and music offerings. It's also home to the town's famous Abbey Ruins. The Glastonbury Festival takes place near the town each year and draws in huge crowds for the music and fun.
The district as a whole is heavily populated with nature reserves and Sites of Special Scientific Interest. Places like Avalon Marshes Conservation Area, Pilton Valley Nature Reserve, and Wookey Hole Caves attract both national and international visitors each year.
The most southerly point of the postcode is Butleigh, a small parish village located on an escarpment of the Polden Hills in the Somerset countryside. Butleigh is home to a 12th century church, as well as an inn and a village hall.
To the north, Street is another small town in the region. It's best known as the home of Clarks, the manufacturer of the famous Desert Boot. The town is also known for its unique 4-in-1 shopping centre, which houses a range of shops, a supermarket, and a bowling alley.
At the northernmost point of the postcode is Baltonsborough, a quaint village surrounded by rolling hills and lush green countryside. Baltonsborough is home to a National Trust property, where visitors can enjoy the breathtaking views of the countryside.
BA6 postcode has something to offer all visitors with its unique mix of countryside and vibrant town life. From nature reserves to the historic abbey ruins, to iconic shopping and attractions, there's certainly enough to explore for everyone.
Demographics
BA6 is located in the county of , in .
has a total population of 0, making it the largest county in the UK.
has a total area of square miles, and a population density of people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.
| Outward Code | BA6 |
| Postal Town | Bath |
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BA6 Electoral Wards
The postal region of BA6, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Monday, April 15, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 24% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.