Property data · BA2 3, Bath

BA2 3 property guide

BA2 3 covers Widcombe, Claverton Down, and Lyncombe — the south-eastern residential areas of Bath between the canal and the University of Bath campus. Terraced houses average £395,000. Rental yields run at 3.8–4.6%, with flats near the University achieving the higher end. It's the postcode for buyers wanting walkability to the city centre and a genuine neighbourhood atmosphere rather than the tourist-facing streets of BA1.

Source: Land Registry price paid data, Q1 2026

Key property stats

£395k

Avg terraced house price

BA2 3 · Q1 2026

Land Registry

4.1%

Average rental yield

All property types

Bath Horizon analysis

19 days

Average days to let

Flats and houses

Bath Horizon, May 2026

Prices by property type

Type Avg sold price Trend Rental yield
Terraced house £395,000 +3.8% YoY 4.2%
Semi-detached house £445,000 +3.1% YoY 3.8%
Detached house £580,000 +2.9% YoY 3.5%
Flat / apartment £295,000 +2.4% YoY 4.6%

All prices: Land Registry paid data, Q1 2026. Rental yields: Bath Horizon analysis of Rightmove/OnTheMarket listings.

Areas within BA2 3

Widcombe

Immediately east of Bath Spa station, at the foot of Widcombe Hill. Georgian and Victorian terraces on Widcombe Parade and Claverton Street. Well-connected: 10-minute walk to the city centre along the Kennet and Avon canal towpath. Strong rental demand from University of Bath staff and professionals.

Claverton Down

Elevated position south-east of Bath, home to the University of Bath campus. Mix of modern university-adjacent development and Victorian/Edwardian residential streets. High rental demand from students and academics. Strong yields relative to purchase price. Bus connections to centre every 10–12 minutes.

Lyncombe

Quiet residential area south of Bath city centre. Victorian and Edwardian semi-detached and terraced houses. Less well known than Bear Flat or Widcombe, which means slightly better value. Good school catchments for the southern Bath primary schools. Short bus journey to the centre.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the average house price in BA2 3?
The average sold price in BA2 3 is approximately £395,000 for terraced houses and £445,000 for semi-detached houses as of Q1 2026, based on Land Registry data. Flat prices average £295,000. Detached houses average £580,000. BA2 3 covers Widcombe, Claverton Down, and Lyncombe — areas popular with University of Bath staff and professionals wanting a quieter residential setting close to the city centre.
Is BA2 3 a good place to buy property?
BA2 3 is an established, desirable postcode with consistent price growth of 3–4% year-on-year. Widcombe offers good walkability to the city centre along the Kennet and Avon canal path. Claverton Down has high rental demand from University of Bath staff and students, supporting strong yields of 4.5–4.8% on flats. The postcode is popular with buyers wanting more space than BA1 central offers at lower price points.
What is the rental yield in BA2 3?
Average rental yields in BA2 3 are approximately 3.8–4.6%, varying by property type. Flats near Claverton Down and the University of Bath campus achieve the highest yields (4.5–4.8%) driven by student and academic rental demand. Houses yield 3.8–4.2%. These yields are in line with the Bath average and marginally above the BA2 central postcodes near the city centre.
What areas does BA2 3 cover?
BA2 3 covers the south-eastern residential areas of Bath including Widcombe, Claverton Down (University of Bath area), Lyncombe Hill, and the streets between Widcombe and Bear Flat. It does not include Bear Flat itself (which falls within BA2 4) or Twerton (which is BA2 1). The postcode is broadly defined by the south bank of the River Avon east of Bath Spa station up to the university campus on the hill.
How do I find property for sale in BA2 3?
Property for sale in BA2 3 is listed on Rightmove, OnTheMarket, and Zoopla. Bath estate agents active in BA2 3 include Strutt & Parker, Hamptons, and local independents. Bath Horizon matches buyers with estate agents specialising in BA2 3 property — submit an enquiry on this page and we'll connect you with an active agent in the postcode.

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