Living in BS40: Liveability Score 39/100
North Somerset, South West
Last updated 25 June 2026
Postcodes scored in this district
Every active postcode in BS40, each shaded by its own score. Postcode districts have no official boundary. These points are exactly what the score is averaged from. Clustered pins are other districts. Tap one to view or compare it, or zoom in to reveal more.
Each postcode is coloured by its own overall score on the default weighting. Scores are filled in as postcodes get searched on the site, so a blue dot just means that postcode hasn't been scored yet.
BS40 scores 39 but individual postcodes tell the full story
See the exact score for any postcode, side by side with BS40.
Score breakdown
Safety & Environment
Crime is well below the national average. 1,598 offences recorded across 16 local areas in the past year.
Good conditions: clean air, low flood risk, and 297 green spaces within 2km.
Services
0 Outstanding, 8 Good out of 8 rated schools.
Healthcare quality ratings are below the national average. 0 GP surgeries serve the area.
78% gigabit coverage; 89% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
Economy & Bills
IMD deprivation decile 8/10, among the least deprived in England.
Band D council tax £2,491/year, typical EPC rating D. Running costs are above average.
Transport
Limited public transport: primarily car-dependent.
Lifestyle
Relatively limited local amenities compared to the national average. Around 31 amenities within 2km of the typical resident.
BS40 covers 720 active postcodes in North Somerset, South West.
Frequently asked questions
Is BS40 a safe area to live?
BS40 scores 75/100 for safety. Crime is well below the national average. 1,598 offences recorded across 16 local areas in the past year.
What are the schools like in BS40?
Schools in BS40 score 13/100. 0 Outstanding, 8 Good out of 8 rated schools.
How good is the broadband in BS40?
Broadband in BS40 scores 37/100. 78% gigabit coverage; 89% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
How does BS40 compare to nearby areas?
Nearby districts include BS41, BS13, BS49. Use the PostcodeScorer comparison tool to compare them side by side.
What is the overall liveability score for BS40?
BS40 scores 39/100, rated "Below Avg", across nine categories: safety, schools, healthcare, environment, transport, lifestyle, broadband, economic health, and bills. The UK average is approximately 62/100.
Towns & cities in BS40
Check your exact postcode
Get a personalised score for any UK postcode, tailored to what matters most to you.
Score my postcode