BA16 0BA is a mixed residential area on Orchard Road, 0.2km from Leigh, Lower in Street. Administratively it sits within Street ward and the Wells constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 45, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 74% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 58 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £83k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for BA16 0BA are sourced from Output Area E00165867 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ORCHARD ROAD, BA16 0BA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ORCHARD ROAD, BA16 0BA.
225
45
£ 39,700 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BA16 0BA represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates BA16 0BA — age 45, 74% ownership, 26% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Balanced crime and pricing reflect a genuinely average but liveable neighbourhood.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BA16 0BA. The average age is 45.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 81,500
10 sales · Mean £ 78,450
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around BA16 0BA is moderate at 58 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Hindhayes Infant School
Elmhurst Junior School
Crispin School Academy
Brookside Community Primary School
Avalon School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
22 nearby- Cadbury0.2 km
- Florries Gifts and Homeware0.2 km
- Greenbank Swimming Pool0.5 km
- Haribo0.2 km
- Holland & Barrett0.2 km
- + 17 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Mullions Hotel0.6 km
- No 290.5 km
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- Bear Inn Street0.6 km
- Street Inn0.7 km
- Royal British Legion Club0.3 km
- The King Alfred0.4 km
- The Lantokay0.1 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
31 nearby- Costa Ltd0.3 km
- Gourmet Burger Kitchen0.3 km
- Last Crumb Cafe0.2 km
- Mahalias Whole Food Cafe0.3 km
- Prezzo Trading Limited0.3 km
- + 26 more
Supermarkets
6 nearby- Iceland Foods Limited0.9 km
- McColls0.6 km
- Lidl0.9 km
- McColls0.7 km
- Sainsbury's0.9 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- Ocean House0.1 km
- Rams Kebab0.1 km
- Chipmonks Kasva Ltd0.6 km
- Lavender Country Kitchen0.8 km
- Park Fish and Chips0.3 km
- + 4 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Glastonbury Bus3.2 km
- Castle Cary15.7 km
- Bridgwater17.3 km
Bus Stops
- Church0.1 km
- Crispin Hall0.3 km
- Coach Park0.3 km
- The Library0.3 km
- Clarks Village0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BA160BA · Data under Open Government Licence