Clevedon North & Walton
North Somerset 005 · 4 sub-areas · 5,704 residents
North Somerset 005 is a settled, largely rural pocket of North Somerset, home to around 5,700 people. A typical two-bedroom home lets for about £1,065 a month — slightly below the national median for a 2-bed — and the area skews noticeably older than most of the South West, with nearly a third of residents aged 65 or over.
Clevedon North & Walton is a green, lower-density part of North Somerset — parks within walking distance of most addresses, a slower weekday rhythm, and a population skewed toward longer-tenure households rather than transient renters. The population skews older, with a long-settled feel and a high share of retirees; most homes are owner-occupied, so turnover is low and many residents have been here a long time.
Overview
What's it like to live in Clevedon North & Walton?
Greenspace is on the doorstep — a park or playing field is within walking distance of most homes; The streets feel safe by national standards — police-recorded crime is well below the country-wide median; Transport links are limited — a car or e-bike is a practical assumption for most regular trips; rents are roughly in line with the national norm, at around £1,194 a month for a typical home; gigabit broadband is effectively universal.
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Figures are aggregated across 4 sub-areas — population-weighted means for rates, sums for counts. Sources cited beneath each section.
Clevedon North & Walton in North Somerset
Living in Clevedon North & Walton
North Somerset 005 sits within one of the most ownership-dominated parts of the South West. Over four in five residents own their home — a rate far above regional and national norms — which shapes the feel of the area considerably. It's quiet, established, and doesn't turn over quickly. New arrivals tend to be buyers rather than renters, and the private rental market here is small, accounting for under 16% of households.
On cost, it's more affordable than you might expect given the underlying property values. A median house price of around £552,000 makes buying a stretch — you're looking at roughly eight and a half years to save a deposit on a typical local salary — but rents sit at around £1,065 for a 2-bed, broadly in line with the national average and well below what you'd pay in Bristol or Bath. Council tax (Band D) runs to about £2,491 a year, which is toward the higher end for the South West.
The demographics here are notably different from the wider South West average. Nearly a third of residents are 65 or older, and the 50–64 age group makes up another 23%. This is retirement and semi-retirement territory. Single-person households account for just under 30% of homes, and couples with children make up less than 20%. It's not a young professional enclave — the 18–34 cohort is just under 12%.
Practically, this is car country. Around 45% of residents drive to work, and over 45% work from home — one of the highest combined figures you'll see anywhere. Public transport use is negligible at 1%. The nearest mainline rail station is roughly 7.5 km away in straight-line distance, which works out to well over an hour on foot — you'll need a car or a taxi to reach it. Greenspace is genuinely accessible though: the nearest open space is under 400 metres away on average, and nearly half of residents are within walking distance of a green area. See the streets and sub-areas below for more.
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Frequently asked
- Is North Somerset 005 a nice place to live?
- For the right person, yes. It's quiet, very safe, and well-connected by road — with excellent broadband and accessible greenspace nearby. The trade-off is that it skews older, has limited public transport, and the school quality within catchment is below the national average. It suits buyers, retirees, and remote workers far more than young renters or families reliant on local schools.
- What is the rent in North Somerset 005?
- A one-bedroom home runs around £810 a month, a two-bedroom about £1,065, and a three-bedroom around £1,326. These are estimates scaled from council-level data using local sale prices. Rents rose around 3.6% over the past year. The 2-bed figure is slightly below the national median, which makes it reasonable value for the area.
- Is North Somerset 005 safe?
- Very much so. The crime rate here is around 40 incidents per 1,000 residents a year — roughly half the national average. It's also in the ninth deprivation decile nationally, meaning it's among the least deprived 20% of English neighbourhoods. Day-to-day safety is unlikely to be a concern for most residents.
- What's the commute from North Somerset 005 to the nearest city centre?
- This area is largely car-dependent, with just 1% of residents using public transport. The nearest mainline rail station is roughly 7.5 km away, so driving or a taxi is the realistic option. The nearest major employment hub is around 87 minutes away by public or car transport. If you need a regular rail commute, check exact station options carefully before moving here.
- Who lives in North Somerset 005?
- Predominantly older, settled owner-occupiers. Nearly a third of residents are 65 or over, and over half are aged 50 or above. Over 80% own their home. It's one of the least transient neighbourhoods in the South West — not somewhere that attracts a lot of younger renters or first-time buyers given the high house prices.
- What schools are near North Somerset 005?
- There are 18 schools within typical catchment distance, but only around 44% are rated Good or Outstanding — well below the national average of roughly 89%. The nearest Outstanding school is about 5.2 km away. If school quality is a priority, it's worth checking North Somerset Council's admissions guidance and the Ofsted website directly before choosing a specific street.
- Is North Somerset 005 good for remote workers?
- It's well set up for it. Around 45% of residents already work from home — one of the higher rates in the region — and 100% of premises have gigabit-capable broadband with no properties below the minimum speed standard. If you're not reliant on public transport or a daily commute, the area offers space, greenspace, and relatively low rents compared to nearby cities.