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Banwell & Winscombe

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About

Banwell & Winscombe ward encompasses a largely rural area within North Somerset, characterised by a mix of villages, farmland, and woodland. The settlements of Banwell and Winscombe form the main population centres, with other smaller hamlets like Sandford and Lower Weare scattered throughout. The landscape is defined by the western slopes of the Mendip Hills, with the River Banwell flowing through the area. Agricultural use is predominant, contributing to its open, green character.

The area is notable for its underlying geology, including several caves and the notable Banwell Bone Cave, which contained prehistoric animal remains. Local landmarks include the historic Banwell Castle and the parish church of St Andrew, with its distinctive tower. The Strawberry Line walking and cycling path, following a disused railway, provides a key recreational route connecting communities.

Area overview

On average Banwell & Winscombe has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 54 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 5.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Banwell & Winscombe is £57,411 per year. There are 4 schools in Banwell & Winscombe: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Banwell & Winscombe is home to around 8,220 people, with a population density of about 216.2 per km2.

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
54
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
5.6%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Banwell & Winscombe Population
8,220
Population density
216.2 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
30.9(-6%)
Anti-social behaviour
5.6(-63%)
Other theft
5.47(-3%)
Public order
5.23(-21%)
Criminal damage and arson
4.14(-36%)
South West average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
7,787
94.73%
Other White
158
1.92%
Irish
40
0.49%
Chinese
38
0.46%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
35
0.43%
Total population: 8,220

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
2,369
34.02%
No qualifications
1,160
16.66%
Level 3 (A level)
1,158
16.63%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,007
14.46%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
637
9.15%
Total 16+ residents: 6,964

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,851
51.98%
Owns with a mortgage
1,019
28.62%
Private landlord or letting agency
329
9.24%
Other social rented
186
5.22%
Social rents from council
82
2.3%
Total households: 3,561

Property prices in Banwell & Winscombe

Based on 138 recent sales, the median property price is £374,500 in Banwell & Winscombe area, with individual transactions ranging from £70,000 up to £825,100.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Banwell & Winscombe in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Banwell & Winscombe over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached79£500,000
Flats14£141,500
Semi-Detached38£301,975
Terraced7£280,000

10 years median price trend in Banwell & Winscombe

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Banwell & Winscombe.

All postcodes in Banwell & Winscombe

BS296EN

Dyer Street

BS246UU

Silver Moor Lane

BS251BH

Church Road

BS251EF

Dexter Way

BS251HH

Moorham Road

BS251ND

Southleaze

BS255AF

Dabinett Drive

BS262XT

Weston Lane

BS296AU

Greenfields Avenue

BS296NY

Castle Hill

BS251AU

Yadley Close

BS255RS

Winnowing End

BS296BS

West Street

BS296JN

Oldmixon Crescent

BS296LQ

Silver Moor Lane

BS296NQ

Christon Road

BS246AP

Box Bush Lane

BS251LD

The Chestnuts

BS296EX

West Garston

BS246UE

Puxton Road

BS296ED

Williams Way

BS246UH

Riverside

BS251DY

Barton Road

BS251NL

Bridgwater Road

BS255QF

Drove Way

BS255QR

Yew Tree Gardens

BS255RA

Station Road

BS255RE

Roman Road

BS296AL

High Street

BS296AN

Cowleaze Path

BS296BW

East Street

BS251AG

Woodborough Road

BS251HD

Sandford Road

BS251LL

Observatory Field

BS296AR

Blew Close

BS296DH

The Paddock

BS296NP

Winthill

BS251BJ

Church Road

BS251EE

Angus Close

BS251HG

Well Close

BS296EY

West Garston

BS251AE

Hillyfields Way

BS251JE

Homefield Close

BS255AD

Banwell & Winscombe

BS255PH

Greenhill Road

BS255RN

Quarry Road

BS296HT

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/01/2026.