Postcode Analysis Mendip, South West

STRODE ROAD, BA16 0DJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for STRODE ROAD, BA16 0DJ.

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Population

332

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 39,700 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BA16 0DJ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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3/10
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8/10
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2/10
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4/10
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6/10
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3/10
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8/10
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5/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 58% owner-occupation and average age 40, BA16 0DJ has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending up 37.1% year-on-year.

home £242,500 median price shield Safety 3/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BA16 0DJ is a safe, established residential area on Strode Road, 0.8km from Lower Leigh in Street. Administratively it sits within Street ward and the Wells constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. The daytime character shifts — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 58% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 44 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £242k, up 37.1% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for BA16 0DJ are sourced from Output Area E00148065 (shared with 7 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 0DJ. The average age is 39.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.3%
Asian / British Asian0.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.0%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 31%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 228,000

18 sales · Mean £ 234,300

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

BA16 0DJ has low crime rates — 44 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 offences55
Public order14
Criminal damage and arson11
Anti-social behaviour8
Other theft6

school Local Schools

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Crispin School Academy

Good1053 pupils0.3 km
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Elmhurst Junior School

Requires Improvement312 pupils0.4 km
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Hindhayes Infant School

Good191 pupils0.7 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

18 nearby
  • Cadbury0.8 km
  • Florries Gifts and Homeware0.8 km
  • Greenbank Swimming Pool0.4 km
  • Haribo0.8 km
  • Holland & Barrett0.8 km
  • + 13 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Mullions Hotel0.5 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • Bear Inn Street0.5 km
  • Street Inn0.4 km
  • Royal British Legion Club0.7 km
  • The King Alfred0.7 km
  • The Lantokay0.8 km
  • + 2 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

27 nearby
  • Costa Ltd0.7 km
  • Gourmet Burger Kitchen0.7 km
  • Last Crumb Cafe0.7 km
  • Mahalias Whole Food Cafe0.6 km
  • Prezzo Trading Limited0.7 km
  • + 22 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • Ocean House0.9 km
  • Rams Kebab1.0 km
  • Chipmonks Kasva Ltd0.5 km
  • Street Kebab House0.9 km
  • Tipsy Pickle0.9 km
  • + 1 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • McColls0.5 km
  • Whittard of Chelsea0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Glastonbury Bus2.5 km
  • Castle Cary14.9 km
  • Bridgwater18.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Strode Road0.0 km
  • Strode Road0.0 km
  • Downside0.1 km
  • Downside0.1 km
  • Berkeley Road0.1 km