WELCOME TO BATH

The city of Bath can be found hidden beneath the southern edge of the Cotswolds. Dipping down a series of gently rolling limestone hills and passing through picturesque countryside, you will find quintessentially British villages along the way, such as Marshfield, West Kington and the beautiful St. Catherine's Valley

Charlie Taylor

Partner, Head of Bath Office charlie.taylor@knightfrank.com

The Bath office focuses on residential sales in both the city and surrounding Cotswold countryside and nearby villages, including properties located in Bath’s most historic landmarks such as The Circus, The Royal Crescent and Great Pulteney Street.

When you picture Bath, the first things that spring to mind will probably include the city’s distinctive Georgian architecture, Roman history and landmarks such as the impressive Bath Abbey. In fact, Bath Abbey represents more than just another strand of the city’s illustrious history, as it marks one of the trailheads of the 102-mile Cotswold Way, linking the city firmly with its surrounding Cotswold countryside. Bath has long been a highly desirable place to live in the UK, with its World Heritage Status and proximity to green space. The high standard of both state and independent schooling, along with its accessible rail links to London, means Bath is particularly attractive to young working families looking for the perfect mix of city and country living.

Property-wise, classic Georgian townhouses are well sought-after in the city centre, while families are invariably drawn to more suburban locations such as Lansdown and Widcombe, as well as the more outlying rural villages such as Beckington, Box and picture-perfect Castle Combe. The property market in Bath since the first lockdown has been very busy; there is now clear evidence that many people in London are keen to move away from the Capital and we feel our office offers such a buyer a superb alternative in property type, value for money, and lifestyle. For those looking to sell with us, we have a growing database of quality prospective buyers, who are looking for a wide range of property. And, with the world of work evolving, Bath is ideal for those wanting to work part-time from home, but keep their job in London, thanks to train services from Bath Spa that reach London in around an hour and 15 minutes.

Charlie Taylor

Partner, Head of Bath Office charlie.taylor@knightfrank.com

The Bath office focuses on residential sales in both the city and surrounding Cotswold countryside and nearby villages, including properties located in Bath’s most historic landmarks such as The Circus, The Royal Crescent and Great Pulteney Street.

When you picture Bath, the first things that spring to mind will probably include the city’s distinctive Georgian architecture, Roman history and landmarks such as the impressive Bath Abbey. In fact, Bath Abbey represents more than just another strand of the city’s illustrious history, as it marks one of the trailheads of the 102-mile Cotswold Way, linking the city firmly with its surrounding Cotswold countryside. Bath has long been a highly desirable place to live in the UK, with its World Heritage Status and proximity to green space. The high standard of both state and independent schooling, along with its accessible rail links to London, means Bath is particularly attractive to young working families looking for the perfect mix of city and country living.

Property-wise, classic Georgian townhouses are well sought-after in the city centre, while families are invariably drawn to more suburban locations such as Lansdown and Widcombe, as well as the more outlying rural villages such as Beckington, Box and picture-perfect Castle Combe. The property market in Bath since the first lockdown has been very busy; there is now clear evidence that many people in London are keen to move away from the Capital and we feel our office offers such a buyer a superb alternative in property type, value for money, and lifestyle.

For those looking to sell with us, we have a growing database of quality prospective buyers, who are looking for a wide range of property.

And, with the world of work evolving, Bath is ideal for those wanting to work part-time from home, but keep their job in London, thanks to train services from Bath Spa that reach London in around an hour and 15 minutes.

Bath in numbers

The average price of a property sold by Knight Frank in Bath (2020)

£1,018,332

How old are buyers in Bath?

(13 May to 31 Dec 2020 vs 5-year ave.)

As well as the beautiful city centre, Bath’s outlying suburbs and villages are also extremely popular thanks to their enviable location, combining the best of both city and country life.

Bath’s surrounding countryside is some of the most beautiful in the area. While the city itself is has a thriving and bustling atmosphere, it is overlooked by the surrounding green hills, meaning you are never far from tranquillity. The Cotswold escarpment stretches out of the city heading north, while Freezing Hill, marked by a line of 52 birch trees planted hundreds of years ago, is one of the highest points between Bath and Bristol. The city is divided by the River Avon, while the nearby Kennet & Avon Canal stretches some 87 miles and provides fantastic walks and cycle routes, completed with a stop off at picturesque Warleigh Weir – the perfect spot for a cooling swim on a summer’s day. If you’re looking to get away from the city centre, but still remain within proximity to benefit from all that it has to offer, then there are a number of fantastic village options nearby. Our Bath office covers the areas of Bathwick, Widcombe, Combe Down, Lansdown and Larkhall, as well as popular villages in more outlying areas, such as Castle Combe, Biddeston, Upton Cheyney and Marshfield to the north, while the charming villages of Freshford, Beckington, Norton St Philip and the market town of Frome lie to the south, with Bradford-on-Avon, Box, Corsham and Lacock offering superb choices in Wiltshire to the east.

Who lives here?

Families and young professionals are typical demographies living in Bath. Using Knight Frank buyer data, we investigate where the majority of buyers come from and what their professions are.

Where buyers move from? (2017-2020)

What are Knight Frank buyers' professions?

Where buyers move from? (2017-2020)

What are Knight Frank buyers' professions?

Education is cream of the crop within the west and south west region and it’s a good reason why many families choose to buy within the city of Bath and surrounding areas.

Bath is home to several major educational institutions including two universities, a further education college and five independent schools, as well as several highly regarded state schools. Universities include the University of Bath, which was founded in 1966 and Bath Spa University, which gained university college status in 1992. Independent schooling is considered some of the finest in the west and across Somerset in particular. Co-educational establishments include King Edward's School to the west of the city centre, Kingswood School (which also offers full boarding) in the north, and Prior Park RC College, on the city's southern-most outskirts, while there are also plenty of excellent schooling options outside the centre, including Dauntsey’s, Rose Hill, Westonbirt, Stonar School, St Mary’s and St Margaret’s in Calne. Many families who look to live within or close to the city thanks to its high-quality standard of education, are also likely to do so because of its connections with the rest of the UK ­– London can be reached by train from Bath Spa station in one hour and 15 minutes, while Heathrow, Bristol and Birmingham international airports are all within easy driving distance.

Famed for its Roman baths, the city is a popular tourist attraction in the UK – delights residents can enjoy on a daily basis.

Originally named Aquae Sulis – "the Waters of Sulis" ­– Bath derives its name from the Roman settlement that the city existed within c.60 AD. The thermal springs that rise some two kilometres from below the Earth's surface distinguished the city as a place of high culture with Roman settlers, and remain a defining feature through to its more modern history. Today, residents and tourists alike flock to several of the spas and bathhouses that sit on the original Roman sites. Other cultural icons, such as the Museum of Bath Architecture, The Theatre Royale and the Victoria Gallery are further reasons why 3.8 million visitors pass through the city on annual basis. These are delights residents can enjoy on a daily basis. Bath has also become a popular West Country outpost for food and drink lovers in recent years. The spa town has a significant array of choices to suit all tastes and budgets and has earned its reputation as something of a vegetarian foodie Mecca in the west, in particular. Fine dining is not to be missed at the three-rosette Dower House, or the Michelin-starred The Bath Priory Restaurant. The town's centre is also littered with numerous inns, gastro pubs and watering holes.

What can you get for your money in Bath?

Martin’s Nest, SN14

Guide Price: £700,000

3 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms 2 reception rooms

francesca.leighton-scott@knightfrank.com

The Coach House, SN14

Guide Price: £975,000

5 bedrooms | 3 bathrooms 2 - 3 reception rooms

francesca.leighton-scott@knightfrank.com

Manor Farm, SN14

Guide Price: £1,800,000

6 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms 3 reception rooms

charlie.taylor@knightfrank.com

All property has been sold by Knight Frank within the past 12 months. The guide prices shown are representative of their appraised pricing and not their final sale price.

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