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Location in SomersetBackwell Green sits where the marker shows within the county.

23,391
Population
9,749
Households
9 / 10
Deprivation decile
Among least deprived
12
Schools nearby
£64,275
Avg. household income
1,013
Businesses
446
People per km²
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About Backwell Green

Backwell Green is a small settlement located in Somerset, within the BS48 postcode area of England. It lies to the west of the town of Backwell, which is part of the larger Bristol urban area. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of detached and semi-detached homes set along quiet, tree-lined streets. There are several local amenities nearby, including a primary school, a community centre, and a few small shops serving the immediate neighbourhood. The green itself is a modest open space, often used for informal recreation and community gatherings. It is bordered by housing and is easily accessible on foot from the surrounding streets. The area benefits from good transport links, with regular bus services connecting it to nearby towns and Bristol. Backwell Green remains a peaceful and well-connected part of the wider Somerset landscape.

School Ratings in Backwell Green

There are 51 schools in and around Backwell Green. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Backwell Green

The average property price is £456K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £571K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Backwell Green

Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Backwell Green, with 33 recorded incidents in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Backwell Green

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Backwell Green ranks among the least deprived areas in England. Employment levels are strong, with low rates of working-age exclusion from the labour market. Household incomes are generally above the national average.

Healthcare in Backwell Green

There are 2 GP surgeries within three miles of Backwell Green, the nearest being Tyntesfield Medical Group (1.6 miles away).

Local Data for Backwell Green

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Property Prices 3,396 sales

Average Price £456K
£100 , £26.32M
Detached £571K 1,431
Semi £354K 1,081
Terraced £302K 428
Flat £211K 305

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

31 Primary
6 Secondary
14 Other
Good 6

Ofsted ratings for schools in the BS48 postcode area.

Backwell School Secondary Good 0.7 miles Backwell Church of England Junior School Primary 0.8 miles Flax Bourton Church of England Primary School Primary 0.9 miles West Leigh Infant School Primary Good 1 miles St Francis Catholic Primary School Primary 1.1 miles Golden Valley Primary School Primary 1.2 miles Nailsea School Secondary Good 1.3 miles Wraxall Church of England Primary School Primary 1.5 miles Grove Junior School Primary 1.8 miles Hannah More Infant School Primary 1.8 miles Ravenswood School Not applicable Good 2 miles Lime Hills Academy Not applicable 2 miles

Household Income in Backwell Green ONS 2023

The average total household income in Backwell Green is approximately £64,275 a year before tax, 16% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £45,983. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Backwell Green £64,275
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £45,983.

Businesses in Backwell Green ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,013 active businesses based in Backwell Green, around 43 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 92% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 11 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,013 Total businesses
43 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 92%
Small, 10-49 7%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Backwell Green IMD 2025

Backwell Green is one of the least deprived areas in England according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment opportunities are widely accessible and household incomes tend to sit comfortably above the national average. The area benefits from strong local services and a settled, established community.

Overall Deprivation
9/10
Income
9/10
Employment
8/10
Education
8/10
Health
9/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
7/10
Children 0-15 17%
Working age 55%
Older 65+ 28%
3,978 Children (0-15) 17%
12,919 Working Age 55%
6,494 Older (65+) 28%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 14.2% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 6.4% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Backwell Green 109 crimes · May 2026

Average Crime Area

Reported crime levels in Backwell Green sit broadly in line with national averages for a town of this size. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the largest share of recorded offences. The profile is typical of a well-populated area with a mix of residential and commercial activity.

Anti-Social Behaviour 33
Violence & Sexual Offences 28
Shoplifting 12
Criminal Damage & Arson 10
Burglary 5
Other Theft 5
Vehicle Crime 5
Public Order 3
Drugs 2
Weapons 2
Robbery 2
Other Crime 2
Local Policing
Avon And Somerset Backwell and Wrington
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Nailsea And Backwell Train Station 0.9 miles
Shirehampton Train Station 4.7 miles
Yatton Train Station 4.8 miles
Portway Park And Ride Train Station 5 miles
Sea Mills Train Station 5.2 miles
Parson Street Train Station 5.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Farleigh 0 yards Flax Bourton 0.6 miles Backwell Common 0.6 miles Backwell 0.9 miles West Town 0.9 miles East End 0.9 miles Wraxall 1.2 miles Tyntesfield 1.4 miles Chelvey Batch 1.8 miles Cambridge Batch 1.9 miles Nailsea 1.9 miles Chelvey 2 miles

Local Government

District North Somerset
Ward Nailsea Yeo
Constituency North Somerset
Parish Nailsea
Region South West

Home Ownership in Backwell Green

Of the 9,921 households in and around Backwell Green, 82% are owned, 7% are socially rented and 11% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 82% Social rented 7% Private rented 11%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Backwell Green.

Frequently Asked Questions about Backwell Green

What is the population of Backwell Green?
Backwell Green has a population of approximately 23,391 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Backwell Green?
The average property in and around Backwell Green sold for about £456,213, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 31% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Backwell Green a deprived area?
Backwell Green sits among the least deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 9 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Backwell Green?
Backwell Green is covered by the BS48 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Backwell Green?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Backwell Green, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Backwell Green?
The nearest railway station to Backwell Green is Nailsea And Backwell Train Station, about 0.9 miles away.

Streets in BS48 30 shown View all streets

A370 2 Abbots Horn 1 Abbotsbury Road 1 Alison Gardens 1 Allington Gardens 1 Amberlands Close 1 Amberley Gardens 1 Ash Hayes Drive 3 Ash Hayes Road 2 Ashton Crescent 1 Ashvale Close 1 Avening Close 1 Axbridge Close 1 Backwell Bow 2 Backwell Common 4 Backwell Down 2 Backwell Hill Road 2 Barns Close 2 Barnwood Court 1 Barrow Court Lane 3 Barrow Street 6 Beaufort Gardens 1 Becket's Lane 2 Beech Drive 1 Beechwood Road 2 Bell Pit Brow 1 Belmont Hill 1 Bibury Close 1 Biddisham Close 1 Birchdene 1

Postcodes in BS48 50 shown View all postcodes

BS48 1AB BS48 1AD BS48 1AE BS48 1AF BS48 1AG BS48 1AH BS48 1AJ BS48 1AP BS48 1AQ BS48 1AR BS48 1AS BS48 1AT BS48 1AU BS48 1AW BS48 1AX BS48 1AZ BS48 1BA BS48 1BB BS48 1BD BS48 1BG BS48 1BH BS48 1BJ BS48 1BL BS48 1BN BS48 1BP BS48 1BS BS48 1BT BS48 1BU BS48 1BX BS48 1BY BS48 1BZ BS48 1DB BS48 1DD BS48 1DG BS48 1DH BS48 1DJ BS48 1DL BS48 1DP BS48 1EA BS48 1EB BS48 1ED BS48 1EH BS48 1EL BS48 1EN BS48 1GZ BS48 1HA BS48 1HB BS48 1HD BS48 1HE BS48 1HF