Postcode Analysis South Somerset, South West

BA22 8JH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BA22 8JH.

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Population

996

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Avg Age

29

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Avg Income

£ 52,800 /yr

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Employed

84%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BA22 8JH is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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10/10
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5/10
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2/10
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10/10
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3/10
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10/10
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1/10
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8/10
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1/10
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Area Character

With 84% economic activity and an average age of 29, BA22 8JH is squarely in the young professional bracket — careers being built, not wound down. Crime is low — unusually safe for a densely working, young area.

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

BA22 8JH is a safe, established residential area located 0.2km from Podimore in Yeovilton. Administratively it sits within Castle Cary ward and the Yeovil constituency.

For serious buyers, BA22 8JH is a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. The daytime character shifts — public administration and security with mainly white workforces. An average age of 29 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 84% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. Employment levels are high (74% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

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 £305k.

Census 2021 statistics for BA22 8JH are sourced from Output Area E00166001 (shared with 15 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 BA22 8JH. The average age is 29.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.4%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean3.5%
Other / Mixed2.1%

Economic Activity

84%Active
FT: 74%
Unemployed: 0%
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Age & Housing: A younger demographic of homeowners. The population consists of young adults and couples who have actively bought property here.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 305,250

1 sales · Mean £ 305,250

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

BA22 8JH has low crime rates — 15 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are public order and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Public order5
Violence and sexual offences4
Other theft3
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson2

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Podimore Spar0.1 km
  • SST Petroleum Ltd0.1 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Church Farm Barn Bed and Breakfast0.2 km
  • Travelodge Hotels Ltd0.1 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Podymore Inn0.1 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Podimore Burger King0.1 km
  • Podimore Subway0.1 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Podimore Greggs0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Yeovil8.7 km
  • Yeovil Pen Mill9.1 km
  • Yeovil Junction11.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Podimore Inn0.0 km
  • Podimore Inn0.0 km
  • Reedley House0.1 km
  • Reedley Housechurch Street0.1 km