About Felton

Felton is a small village located in Somerset, England, within the postcode area BS40. It is situated near the River Chew and offers a peaceful environment for residents and visitors alike. The village features a few local amenities, including a primary school and a church, which serve the community. The surrounding countryside provides opportunities for walking and enjoying the natural landscape. The village is conveniently located near larger towns, making it accessible for those seeking more extensive shopping and dining options. Felton's location allows for easy exploration of the nearby Chew Valley, known for its scenic views and outdoor activities. Overall, Felton presents a quiet, rural lifestyle with the benefit of proximity to more urban facilities.

School Ratings in Felton

Families in Felton have access to 56 local schools. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Felton

Homes sell for an average of £525K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £604K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Felton

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Public order is the leading concern across Felton, with 2 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Felton

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Felton among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Felton

Broadband services in Felton range from standard to superfast depending on location. Mobile signal strength on 4G is reasonable, though 5G and indoor coverage can be patchy. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 1,842 sales

Average Price £525K
£1K — £4.04M
Detached £604K 1,041
Semi £370K 399
Terraced £368K 174
Flat £225K 55

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

34 Primary
5 Secondary
17 Other
Winford Church of England Primary School Primary 0.8 miles Dundry Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.2 miles Sky Vale 2.4 miles Flax Bourton Church of England Primary School Primary 2.6 miles Backwell Church of England Junior School Primary 2.7 miles Belgrave School Good 2.8 miles Four Acres & Bishopsworth Children's Centre Good 2.8 miles Four Acres Academy Primary Good 2.8 miles Long Ashton Children's Centre 2.9 miles Birdwell Primary School Primary 2.9 miles Chew Stoke Church School Primary Good 3.1 miles E-Act Venturers' Academy Requires Improvement 3.1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Felton IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Felton experiences very low levels of deprivation. The local economy supports strong employment and incomes are above the national average. Access to services, education and healthcare in the area is generally good.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
8/10
Health
9/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
4/10
4,435 Children (0-15) 17%
15,352 Working Age 59%
8,309 Older (60+) 32%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 15.9% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 9.6% 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 Felton 5 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Felton are lower than the England and Wales average. While public order is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure small town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

2 Public Order
1 Other Theft
1 Violence & Sexual Offences
1 Other Crime
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

Nailsea And Backwell Train Station 3.6 miles
Parson Street Train Station 4.6 miles
Bedminster Train Station 5.3 miles
Yatton Train Station 6.2 miles
Clifton Down Train Station 6.3 miles
Sea Mills Train Station 6.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Kingdown 0.6 miles Upper Town 0.6 miles Potters Hill 0.9 miles Winford 1.2 miles Lulsgate Bottom 1.2 miles Barrow Gurney 1.4 miles Hounsley Batch 1.8 miles Barrow Common 1.8 miles Downside 1.9 miles Upper Littleton 2 miles Dundry 2 miles Regil 2 miles

Local Government

District North Somerset
County Somerset
Ward Blagdon & Churchill
Constituency Weston-Super-Mare
Parish Churchill
Region South West

Streets in BS40 30 shown View all streets

A368 2 A38 1 Alburys 1 Aldwick Lane 5 Ashford Road 2 Ashwood 1 B3114 2 B3130 2 B3134 5 B3371 1 Bakers Lane 1 Barrow Lane 1 Bath Road 18 Battle Lane 1 Baynard Close 1 Bell Lane 1 Bell Square 1 Benches Lane 3 Bickfield Lane 3 Bilbie Road 1 Birch Drive 1 Blackmoor 5 Blackmoor Close 1 Blagdon Lane 3 Blind Lane 1 Bourne Lane 1 Breach Hill Lane 2 Bristol Road 22 Broad Mead Lane 1 Broad Road 2

Postcodes in BS40 50 shown View all postcodes

BS40 5AA BS40 5AB BS40 5AD BS40 5AE BS40 5AF BS40 5AG BS40 5AH BS40 5AJ BS40 5AL BS40 5AN BS40 5AP BS40 5AQ BS40 5AR BS40 5AS BS40 5AT BS40 5AU BS40 5AW BS40 5BD BS40 5BL BS40 5BN BS40 5BP BS40 5BS BS40 5BT BS40 5BU BS40 5BW BS40 5BX BS40 5BY BS40 5BZ BS40 5DA BS40 5DB BS40 5DD BS40 5DE BS40 5DF BS40 5DG BS40 5DH BS40 5DJ BS40 5DL BS40 5DN BS40 5DP BS40 5DQ BS40 5DR BS40 5DU BS40 5DZ BS40 5EA BS40 5EB BS40 5ED BS40 5EE BS40 5EF BS40 5EG BS40 5EH