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Widcombe & Lyncombe

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About

Widcombe & Lyncombe is a residential ward located in the southeastern part of Bath, within the Bath and North East Somerset area. The ward includes the neighborhoods of Widcombe and Lyncombe, which are situated on the slopes south of the River Avon. It features a mix of housing, from historic Georgian and Victorian homes to more modern developments, reflecting Bath's architectural heritage.

The area is well-connected, with Widcombe Parade offering local shops, cafes, and amenities, while Lyncombe Hill provides views over the city. The ward is close to Bath Spa railway station and major roads, making it accessible for commuters. Green spaces like Lyncombe Hill Fields and the nearby Kennet and Avon Canal offer recreational opportunities. The ward also includes parts of Bath’s UNESCO World Heritage Site, highlighting its historical significance.

Area overview

On average Widcombe & Lyncombe has very low deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 67 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 5.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Widcombe & Lyncombe is £54,987 per year. There are 5 schools in Widcombe & Lyncombe: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
67
Deprivation level
2/10
Income level
9/10
Social housing
5%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Widcombe & Lyncombe Population
7,709
Population density
1,807.3 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,246
81.01%
Other White
584
7.57%
White and Asian (mixed)
142
1.84%
Chinese
130
1.69%
Irish
111
1.44%
Total population: 7,710

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,354
44.39%
Owns with a mortgage
873
28.62%
Private landlord or letting agency
605
19.84%
Other social rented
116
3.8%
Other forms of private rent
45
1.48%
Total households: 3,050

Property prices in Widcombe & Lyncombe

Based on 75 recent sales, the median property price is £686,990 in Widcombe & Lyncombe area, with individual transactions ranging from £162,000 up to £3,300,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Widcombe & Lyncombe 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 Widcombe & Lyncombe over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached14£1,142,500
Flats12£336,375
Semi-Detached10£987,500
Terraced39£675,000

10 years median price trend in Widcombe & Lyncombe

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Widcombe & Lyncombe.

All postcodes in Widcombe & Lyncombe

BA24RX

Longfellow Avenue

BA25NB

Lynbrook Lane

BA23AT

Holloway

BA24FA

Pulteney Road

BA25BA

Perrymead

BA26AF

Hatfield Buildings

BA26AW

Tyning End

BA26BD

Church Lane

BA26EA

Copseland

BA27AB

Claverton Down Road

BA24GZ

Lime Grove Gardens

BA25LX

Entry Hill

BA26DG

Abbey View

BA26DN

Claverton Court

BA24HD

Lime Grove

BA24LZ

Widcombe, Bathwick Hill & Claverton Down

BA24NZ

Clarendon Road

BA24QB

Magdalen Avenue

BA26AD

Tyning End

BA26AP

Tyning End

BA25LZ

Entry Hill

BA26EG

Claverton Down Road

BA24NE

Rosemount Lane

BA24RQ

Byron Road

BA25AQ

Ralph Allen Drive

BA26EB

Widcombe, Bathwick Hill & Claverton Down

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.