BS23 Postcode District
BS23 is one of 3 Postcode Districts for the Weston-Super-Mare Post town in Somerset
The BS23 postcode district is located in the BS Bristol postal area, BS23 has a population of 35,965 residents according to the 2021 England and Wales Census..
The area of the district is 4.41 square miles (11.43 square kilometres or 2,823.60 acres).
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Map of BS23
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District overview
In the BS23 postcode district, the primary settlement is Weston-super-Mare, which is located in the county of Somerset in England. There are also significant settlements in Bleadon and Uphill. The main post town for this district is Weston-super-Mare.
There are 5 postcode sectors within the district. Here's a breakdown:
The sector BS23 1, covers Weston-Super-Mare in Somerset.
The sector BS23 2, covers Weston-Super-Mare in Somerset.
The sector BS23 3, covers Weston-Super-Mare in Somerset.
The sector BS23 4, covers Weston-Super-Mare and Uphill in Somerset.
The sector BS23 9 is non-geographic. It's often designated for PO Boxes, large organisations, or special services.
The post town for this district is WESTON-SUPER-MARE.
When it comes to local government, postal geography often disregards political borders. However, this district intersects the following councils: the district mostly encompasses the North Somerset area with a total of 1031 postal codes.
Postcode sectors and neighbouring districts
Nearest towns
To help place the district geographically, here are nearby towns and their approximate direction from the district centre.
| Town | Distance (miles) | Direction |
|---|---|---|
| Burnham-on-Sea | 6.96 | S |
| Axbridge | 7.58 | ESE |
| Clevedon | 8.57 | NE |
| Penarth | 11.06 | NW |
| Nailsea | 11.35 | NE |
| Portishead | 13.47 | NE |
| Barry | 13.76 | WNW |
| Bridgwater | 14.62 | S |
| Wells | 16.70 | ESE |
| North Petherton | 17.19 | S |
| Glastonbury | 17.20 | SE |
| Newport | 17.30 | N |
| Street | 17.76 | SE |
| Bristol | 17.92 | ENE |
| Caerleon | 18.81 | N |
| Watchet | 18.92 | SW |
| Caerphilly | 19.46 | NNW |
| Risca | 19.87 | NNW |
| Caldicot | 19.98 | NNE |
Postcode information
Total geographical postcodes: 999
| Location | Post Town | Sector | Number of postcodes |
|---|---|---|---|
| WESTON-SUPER-MARE | WESTON-SUPER-MARE | BS23 3 | 286 |
| WESTON-SUPER-MARE | WESTON-SUPER-MARE | BS23 2 | 261 |
| WESTON-SUPER-MARE | WESTON-SUPER-MARE | BS23 1 | 211 |
| WESTON-SUPER-MARE | WESTON-SUPER-MARE | BS23 4 | 157 |
| Uphill | WESTON-SUPER-MARE | BS23 4 | 49 |
| Uphill | WESTON-SUPER-MARE | BS23 4 | 23 |
| WESTON-SUPER-MARE | WESTON-SUPER-MARE | BS23 4 | 11 |
| Bleadon | WESTON-SUPER-MARE | BS23 4 | 1 |
Street list for BS23
Crime overview
Top streets by recorded crime
| Street | Crime count |
|---|---|
| ALEXANDRA PARADE | 598 |
| ALEXANDRA PARADE | 598 |
| REGENT STREET | 557 |
| SEVERN ROAD | 431 |
| UPPER KEWSTOKE ROAD | 373 |
| PALMER STREET | 270 |
| SOUTH PARADE | 257 |
| PHILLIPS ROAD | 212 |
| SALISBURY TERRACE | 195 |
| YORK STREET | 193 |
Most common crime types
| Crime type | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 7202 |
| Public order | 1941 |
| Shoplifting | 1446 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 1182 |
| Other theft | 978 |
| Vehicle crime | 577 |
| Burglary | 497 |
| Drugs | 324 |
| Other crime | 287 |
| Robbery | 195 |
| Bicycle theft | 178 |
| Possession of weapons | 134 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 56 |
| Theft from the person | 46 |
Retail and shopping
| Street | Town | Locality | Number of shops | Central postcode | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HIGH STREET | WESTON-SUPER-MARE | 119 | BS23 1HL | View map | |
| MEADOW STREET | WESTON-SUPER-MARE | 55 | BS23 1QJ | View map | |
| ORCHARD STREET | WESTON-SUPER-MARE | 45 | BS23 1RH | View map | |
| BOULEVARD | WESTON-SUPER-MARE | 32 | BS23 1NF | View map | |
| LOCKING ROAD | WESTON-SUPER-MARE | 31 | BS23 3BZ | View map | |
| REGENT STREET | WESTON-SUPER-MARE | 31 | BS23 1SL | View map | |
| WATERLOO STREET | WESTON-SUPER-MARE | 26 | BS23 1LN | View map | |
| ALEXANDRA PARADE | WESTON-SUPER-MARE | 24 | BS23 1QT | View map | |
| OXFORD STREET | WESTON-SUPER-MARE | 20 | BS23 1TN | View map | |
| ST JAMES STREET | WESTON-SUPER-MARE | 20 | BS23 1ST | View map | |
| THE CENTRE | WESTON-SUPER-MARE | 20 | BS23 1UW | View map | |
| MARCHFIELDS WAY | WESTON-SUPER-MARE | 19 | BS23 3YY | View map | |
| WEST STREET | WESTON-SUPER-MARE | 18 | BS23 1JT | View map | |
| BAKER STREET | WESTON-SUPER-MARE | 17 | BS23 3AJ | View map | |
| WHITECROSS ROAD | WESTON-SUPER-MARE | 17 | BS23 1EN | View map | |
| BEACH ROAD | WESTON-SUPER-MARE | 10 | BS23 1AU | View map | |
| MOORLAND ROAD | WESTON-SUPER-MARE | 10 | BS23 4HT | View map | |
| ORCHARD PLACE | WESTON-SUPER-MARE | 9 | BS23 1QP | View map | |
| DROVE ROAD | WESTON-SUPER-MARE | 8 | BS23 3NY | View map | |
| ST ANDREWS PARADE | WESTON-SUPER-MARE | 8 | BS23 3SS | View map | |
| WALLISCOTE ROAD | WESTON-SUPER-MARE | 8 | BS23 1UG | View map | |
| WINTERSTOKE ROAD | WESTON-SUPER-MARE | 8 | BS23 3WL | View map | |
| PHILLIPS ROAD | WESTON-SUPER-MARE | 7 | BS23 3UZ | View map | |
| SEVERN ROAD | WESTON-SUPER-MARE | 7 | BS23 1DR | View map | |
| BIRNBECK ROAD | WESTON-SUPER-MARE | 6 | BS23 2EE | View map | |
| LOXTON ROAD | WESTON-SUPER-MARE | 6 | BS23 4QX | View map |
Schools in the district
Walliscote Primary School
Phase: Primary
Address:
Walliscote Road , Weston-Super-Mare
Postcode: BS23 1UY
Headteacher: Mrs Joanne Green (Headteacher)
Ofsted rating: Good
Walliscote Primary School
Phase: Primary
Address:
Walliscote Road , Weston-Super-Mare
Postcode: BS23 1UY
Headteacher: Mrs Sarah Stacey (Headteacher)
Ofsted rating: Good
Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School
Phase: Primary
Address:
Ellenborough Park South , Weston-super-Mare
Postcode: BS23 1XW
Headteacher: Mrs Helen Taylor (Head of School)
Ofsted rating: Good
Weston College
Phase: 16 plus
Address:
Knightstone Road , Weston-Super-Mare
Postcode: BS23 2AL
Headteacher: Dr Paul Phillips (Principal)
Ofsted rating: Good
Christ Church Church of England Primary School
Phase: Primary
Address:
Baker Street , Weston-super-Mare
Postcode: BS23 3AF
Headteacher: Mr Clive Wilson (Headteacher)
Ofsted rating: Good
Christ Church Church of England Primary School
Phase: Primary
Address:
Baker Street , Weston-super-Mare
Postcode: BS23 3AF
Headteacher: Mr Kerry James (Headteacher)
Ofsted rating: Good
Ashcombe Primary School
Phase: Primary
Address:
Earlham Grove , Weston-super-Mare
Postcode: BS23 3JW
Headteacher: Mr Peter Turner (Headteacher)
Ofsted rating: Good
Ashcombe Primary School
Phase: Primary
Address:
Earlham Grove , Weston-super-Mare
Postcode: BS23 3JW
Headteacher: Mr Chris Penny (Headteacher)
Ofsted rating: Good
Hans Price Academy
Phase: Secondary
Address:
Marchfields Way , Weston-super-Mare
Postcode: BS23 3QP
Headteacher: Mr Adrian Esch (Principal)
Ofsted rating: Good
Bournville Primary School
Phase: Primary
Address:
Selworthy Road , Weston-super-Mare
Postcode: BS23 3ST
Headteacher: Mr Adam Matthews (Head Teacher)
Ofsted rating: Outstanding
Windwhistle Primary School
Phase: Primary
Address:
Kingsley Road , Weston-Super-Mare
Postcode: BS23 3TZ
Headteacher: Mrs Lyn Hunt (Headteacher)
Ofsted rating: Good
Windwhistle Primary School
Phase: Primary
Address:
Kingsley Road , Weston-Super-Mare
Postcode: BS23 3TZ
Headteacher: Mrs Heidi Hudd (Headteacher)
Ofsted rating: Good
Broadoak Mathematics and Computing College
Phase: Secondary
Address:
Windwhistle Road , Weston-super-Mare
Postcode: BS23 4NP
Headteacher: Ms Kathleen McGillycuddy (Headteacher)
Ofsted rating: Requires improvement
Broadoak Academy
Phase: Secondary
Address:
Windwhistle Road , Weston-Super-Mare
Postcode: BS23 4NP
Headteacher: Mr Danny McGilloway
Ofsted rating: Good
Westhaven School
Phase: Not applicable
Address:
Ellesmere Road , Uphill , Weston-super-Mare
Postcode: BS23 4UT
Headteacher: Mr Jamie Peacock (Headteacher)
Ofsted rating: Requires improvement
Uphill Primary School
Phase: Primary
Address:
Old Church Road , Uphill Village , Weston-Super-Mare
Postcode: BS23 4XH
Headteacher: Mrs Samantha Hodder (Headteacher)
Ofsted rating: Good
Uphill Village Academy
Phase: Primary
Address:
Old Church Road , Uphill , Weston-Super-Mare
Postcode: BS23 4XH
Headteacher: Mrs Samantha Hodder (Headteacher)
Ofsted rating: Good
Healthcare services
| # | Name | Address | Type | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Beaconsfield Dental Surgeries | 12 BEACONSFIELD ROAD, WESTON-SUPER-MARE, AVON, BS23 1YE | GENERAL DENTAL PRACTICE | No contact details listed |
| 2 | Boulevard Dental Practice | 43 BOULEVARD, WESTON-SUPER-MARE, AVON, BS23 1PG | GENERAL DENTAL PRACTICE | No contact details listed |
| 3 | Houston, Taneja And Pangotra Partnership | THE DENTAL SURGERY, 164-166 MILTON ROAD, WESTON-SUPER-MARE, AVON, BS23 2YG | GENERAL DENTAL PRACTICE | No contact details listed |
| 4 | Dental Surgery | 51A OXFORD STREET, WESTON-SUPER-MARE, AVON, BS23 1TN | GENERAL DENTAL PRACTICE | No contact details listed |
| 5 | Dental Department | WESTON GENERAL HOSPITAL, GRANGE ROAD, WESTON-SUPER-MARE, NORTH SOMERSET, BS23 4TQ | GENERAL DENTAL PRACTICE | No contact details listed |
| 6 | Twenty 2 Dental | 22 MILTON ROAD, WESTON-SUPER-MARE, BS23 2SL | GENERAL DENTAL PRACTICE | No contact details listed |
Data accessed from NHS Digital and updated monthly.
| # | Name | Address | Type | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Graham Road Surgery | 22 GRAHAM ROAD, WESTON-SUPER-MARE, AVON, BS23 1YA | GP PRACTICE | Call 01934 628111 |
| 2 | Tudor Lodge Surgery | 3 NITHSDALE ROAD, WESTON-SUPER-MARE, AVON, BS23 4JP | GP PRACTICE | Call 01934 622665 |
| 3 | 168 Medical Group | 168 LOCKING ROAD, WESTON-SUPER-MARE, AVON, BS23 3HQ | GP PRACTICE | Call 01934 624242 |
| 4 | Horizon Health Centre | 68 LONSDALE AVENUE, WESTON-SUPER-MARE, AVON, BS23 3SJ | GP PRACTICE | Call 0345 3503973 |
| 5 | Charter House (graham Road Surgery) | CHARTER HOUSE, STATION ROAD, WESTON-SUPER-MARE, BS23 1XY | BRANCH SURGERY | No contact details listed |
Data accessed from NHS Digital and updated monthly.
| # | Name | Address | Type | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Boots | BOOTS THE CHEMISTS LTD, 52-56 HIGH STREET, WESTON-SUPER-MARE, AVON, BS23 1JA | PHARMACY | Call 01934 629068 |
| 2 | Jays Pharmacy | 5 WATERLOO STREET, WESTON-SUPER-MARE, AVON, BS23 1LA | PHARMACY | Call 01934 629002 |
| 3 | Tesco Instore Pharmacy | STATION ROAD, WESTON-SUPER-MARE, AVON, BS23 1XG | PHARMACY | No contact details listed |
| 4 | Tudor Lodge Pharmacy | TUDOR LODGE SURGERY, 3 NITHSDALE ROAD, WESTON-SUPER-MARE, AVON, BS23 4JP | PHARMACY | Call 01934 615111 |
| 5 | Graham Road Pharmacy | 22 GRAHAM ROAD, WESTON-SUPER-MARE, AVON, BS23 1YA | PHARMACY | Call 01934 410029 |
| 6 | Day Lewis Pharmacy | 168 LOCKING ROAD, WESTON-SUPER-MARE, AVON, BS23 3HQ | PHARMACY | Call 01934 622043 |
| 7 | Jhoots Pharmacy | 37 WHITECROSS ROAD, WESTON-SUPER-MARE, BS23 1EN | PHARMACY | Call 01934 620740 |
| 8 | Moorland Road Pharmacy | 53 MOORLAND ROAD, WESTON-SUPER-MARE, BS23 4HP | PHARMACY | Call 01934 629669 |
Data accessed from NHS Digital and updated monthly.
| # | Name | Address | Type | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Newman Opticians (armstrong & North - Weston) | 55C OXFORD STREET, WESTON-SUPER-MARE, AVON, BS23 1TR | OPTICAL SITE | No contact details listed |
| 2 | Scrivens Opticians (weston) | 51 HIGH STREET, WESTON-SUPER-MARE, BS23 1HD | OPTICAL SITE | No contact details listed |
| 3 | Boots Opticians (weston-super-mare) | 37 HIGH STREET, WESTON-SUPER-MARE, AVON, BS23 1HD | OPTICAL SITE | No contact details listed |
| 4 | Thinking Opticians (avon) | 40 MEADOW STREET, WESTON-SUPER-MARE, AVON, BS23 1QH | OPTICAL SITE | No contact details listed |
| 5 | Vision Express (weston-super-mare) | 77 HIGH STREET, WESTON-SUPER-MARE, AVON, BS23 1HE | OPTICAL SITE | No contact details listed |
| 6 | Optika Opticians (weston-super-mare) | 81 HIGH STREET, WESTON-SUPER-MARE, AVON, BS23 1HE | OPTICAL SITE | No contact details listed |
| 7 | Specsavers (weston-super-mare) | 70 HIGH STREET, WESTON-SUPER-MARE, BS23 1HS | OPTICAL SITE | No contact details listed |
Data accessed from NHS Digital and updated monthly.
Property and housing
Yearly house price averages for the district
| Type of property | 2025 average | 2025 sales | 2024 average | 2024 sales | 2023 average | 2023 sales | 2022 average | 2022 sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detached | £425,562 | 44 | £444,275 | 61 | £409,010 | 51 | £452,650 | 69 |
| Semi-detached | £300,578 | 115 | £309,682 | 135 | £298,917 | 118 | £302,971 | 148 |
| Terraced | £235,025 | 128 | £241,384 | 91 | £250,848 | 92 | £278,125 | 125 |
| Flats | £170,621 | 294 | £170,990 | 333 | £167,489 | 334 | £171,971 | 534 |
Transport and connectivity
Stations in the district
Weston-super-Mare
CRS Code: WSM
Operator: GW
Line: Bristol to Exeter Line
Company: Great Western Railway
Accessible motorway junctions
M5 J21
Average Driving Time from within the district: 7.23
Average Driving Distance: 4.32
Number of Postcodes that can access the Motorway Junction: 1026
M5 J20
Average Driving Time from within the district: 12.70
Average Driving Distance: 9.98
Number of Postcodes that can access the Motorway Junction: 1026
M5 J22
Average Driving Time from within the district: 16.89
Average Driving Distance: 14.06
Number of Postcodes that can access the Motorway Junction: 1026
M5 J19
Average Driving Time from within the district: 17.99
Average Driving Distance: 15.92
Number of Postcodes that can access the Motorway Junction: 322
M5 J23
Average Driving Time from within the district: 19.61
Average Driving Distance: 14.81
Number of Postcodes that can access the Motorway Junction: 1026
M5 J24
Average Driving Time from within the district: 21.66
Average Driving Distance: 17.76
Number of Postcodes that can access the Motorway Junction: 58
Royal Mail delivery and sorting offices
| Postal sector | Delivery office |
|---|---|
| BS23 1 | Weston Super Mare Delivery Office |
| BS23 2 | Weston Super Mare Delivery Office |
| BS23 3 | Weston Super Mare Delivery Office |
| BS23 4 | Weston Super Mare Delivery Office |
Postcode format
| B | S | 2 | 3 | - | X | X | X |
| B | S | 2 | 3 | Space | Numeric | Letter | Letter |
Administrative and boundary notes
The largest settlements in the BS23 postal code are WESTON-SUPER-MARE and Uphill.
The postcode area has a boundary with The Bristol Channel.
The BS23 Postcode shares a border with BS24 (WESTON-SUPER-MARE, Locking, West Wick) and BS22 (WESTON-SUPER-MARE, St. Georges, Kewstoke).
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