Postcode Analysis Mendip, South West

GOULD CLOSE, BA16 0AZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GOULD CLOSE, BA16 0AZ.

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Population

166

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 39,700 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: BA16 0AZ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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3/10
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2/10
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3/10
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8/10
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6/10
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3/10
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5/10
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2/10
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7/10
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Area Character

BA16 0AZ has a significant social housing presence — 48% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Low crime and a young population give this estate more upside than first impressions suggest. Property prices are trending down 5.2% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BA16 0AZ is a safe, established residential area on Gould Close, 1.0km from Portway in Street. Administratively it sits within Street ward and the Wells constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, BA16 0AZ is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a large scale education zone — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 42) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 48% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £220k, down 5.2% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for BA16 0AZ are sourced from Output Area E00148061 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BA16 0AZ. The average age is 42.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.8%
Asian / British Asian3.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.6%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 182,000

7 sales · Mean £ 182,500

Semi-Detached

£ 205,000

11 sales · Mean £ 200,313

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

BA16 0AZ has low crime rates — 15 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences18
Public order6
Anti-social behaviour4
Other theft2
Criminal damage and arson1

school Local Schools

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Elmhurst Junior School

Requires Improvement312 pupils0.5 km
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Crispin School Academy

Good1053 pupils0.6 km
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Hindhayes Infant School

Good191 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • Greenbank Swimming Pool0.7 km
  • Indian Masala Express0.8 km
  • Strode Swimming Pool0.5 km
  • Burns the Bread Ltd1.0 km
  • Malton's Mobile Bar1.0 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Mullions Hotel0.8 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • Bear Inn Street0.8 km
  • Street Inn0.7 km
  • The King Alfred0.9 km
  • Unity Club (Street) Ltd0.9 km
  • Victoria Field Social Club Ltd0.9 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

12 nearby
  • Mahalias Whole Food Cafe0.9 km
  • Smoulder & Scorch Ltd1.0 km
  • Street Shakes0.9 km
  • Tamburino Village1.0 km
  • The Loft Lounge & Bar0.9 km
  • + 7 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • McColls0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Chipmonks Kasva Ltd0.8 km
  • Wings Chinese Kitchen0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Glastonbury Bus2.5 km
  • Castle Cary14.6 km
  • Bridgwater18.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Berkeley Road0.2 km
  • Berkeley Road0.3 km
  • Millfield School0.3 km
  • Strode Road0.3 km
  • Millfield School0.3 km