About Barrow Gurney

Barrow Gurney is a village located in Somerset, within the BS48 postcode area of England. It lies just south of the city of Bristol, and is known for its historic church, St. Mary's, which dates back to the 13th century and features notable architectural details. The village is situated on the edge of the Mendip Hills, offering views of the surrounding countryside. The area has a mix of traditional stone cottages and larger homes, reflecting its long history. The River Avon flows nearby, contributing to the rural character of the locality. Barrow Gurney is accessible by road, with the A37 and A38 providing connections to nearby towns and cities. The village maintains a quiet, community-focused atmosphere, with local amenities including a primary school and several public houses.

School Ratings in Barrow Gurney

Barrow Gurney is served by 96 schools. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Barrow Gurney

Property prices average £438K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £559K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Barrow Gurney

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Other theft accounts for the highest share in Barrow Gurney, with 8 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Barrow Gurney

Barrow Gurney falls within the least deprived areas nationally, based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. The area benefits from strong employment, with few residents involuntarily out of work. Income levels across the area tend to be higher than the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Barrow Gurney

Most properties in Barrow Gurney can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,132 sales

Average Price £438K
£350 — £23.22M
Detached £559K 1,296
Semi £351K 946
Terraced £309K 398
Flat £202K 339

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

50 Primary
12 Secondary
34 Other
Dundry Church of England Primary School Primary Good 1.4 miles Winford Church of England Primary School Primary 1.5 miles Long Ashton Children's Centre 1.6 miles Birdwell Primary School Primary 1.6 miles Four Acres & Bishopsworth Children's Centre Good 1.8 miles Four Acres Academy Primary Good 1.8 miles Belgrave School Good 1.9 miles Northleaze Church of England Primary School Primary 2 miles Flax Bourton Church of England Primary School Primary 2 miles Bishopsworth Children's Centre 2.1 miles E-Act Venturers' Academy Requires Improvement 2.2 miles Manor Wood School 2.2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Barrow Gurney IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation ranks Barrow Gurney among the least deprived parts of England. Residents generally enjoy good access to employment and higher than average household incomes. Education and health outcomes in the area also compare favourably with the rest of the country.

Overall Deprivation
9/10
Income
9/10
Employment
8/10
Education
8/10
Health
9/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
7/10
4,512 Children (0-15) 17%
14,828 Working Age 55%
9,464 Older (60+) 35%
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 Barrow Gurney 69 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Barrow Gurney falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring town.

27 Violence & Sexual Offences
8 Other Theft
8 Public Order
6 Anti-Social Behaviour
5 Shoplifting
4 Burglary
4 Criminal Damage & Arson
3 Drugs
2 Vehicle Crime
1 Weapons
1 Robbery
Local Policing
Avon And Somerset Redwood
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

Parson Street Train Station 3.3 miles
Nailsea And Backwell Train Station 3.6 miles
Bedminster Train Station 4 miles
Clifton Down Train Station 4.9 miles
Sea Mills Train Station 5.2 miles
Redland Train Station 5.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Barrow Common 0.6 miles Upper Town 0.9 miles Dundry 1.4 miles Potters Hill 1.4 miles Winford 1.4 miles Cambridge Batch 1.4 miles Felton 1.4 miles Yanley 1.8 miles Highridge 1.9 miles Maiden Head 2 miles Long Ashton 2 miles Kingdown 2 miles

Local Government

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

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