bristol BS26 Postcodes

Bristol (BS26)

The BS26 postcode area is located in the Bristol postcode town region, within the county of Somerset, and contains a total of 279 individual postcodes.

There are 38 electoral wards in the BS26 postcode area, including Axbridge, Banwell, Bristol, Cheddar, Clevedon, Wedmore, Weston-Super-Mare, Winscombe which come under the local authority of the Sedgemoor Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 33% of people in BS26 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 BS26 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 BS26 postcode covers a diverse selection of locations in the Bristol district, ranging from the traditional rural areas of Puxton, Sandford and Winscombe to the modern business and residential community of Weston-super-Mare. Together, these areas contain the vibrant town centre of Weston, as well as hamlets, villages, farms and small towns such as Congresbury, Clevedon, Long Ashton and Hutton.

The postcode also encompasses several urban areas in the Bristol district which include the popular tourist towns of Weston-super-Mare, Clevedon and Portishead. These areas are home to a range of shops, restaurants, bars and leisure activities. Weston-super-Mare is the largest and most popular town within the postcode district and features a wide selection of attractions including its traditional seafront with its sandy beach, its bustling shops, vibrant cafe culture, amusement parks and its many festivals and events.

The postcode area is well connected to the rest of the Bristol region by a number of transport links including the M5 motorway and the railway line that links Bristol to Weston-super-Mare. In addition, the postcode district contains a variety of educational establishments including both primary and secondary schools, as well as sixth form college and higher education institutions.

The area is also home to a number of organisations and services, such as the Weston General Hospital, which serves both the wider North Somerset area and its local population. Additionally, the postcode area is full of parks, wildlife reserves and open green spaces which are popular destinations for outdoor pursuits.

TheBS26 postcode area is a varied and vibrant community that encompasses both urban and rural elements. With its combination of beaches, heritage sites, leisure activities, transport links, educational facilities and health services, the postcode area provides a range of attractions to its residents and visitors alike.

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