BA5 1BE is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Hurst Batch, 0.1km from Henley in Mendip. Administratively it sits within Mendip West ward and the Wells constituency.
For families considering a move, BA5 1BE represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 49, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 88% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for BA5 1BE are sourced from Output Area E00148009 (shared with 26 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HURST BATCH, BA5 1BE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HURST BATCH, BA5 1BE.
324
49
£ 49,200 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BA5 1BE is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
BA5 1BE is a mixed residential postcode — average age 49, 88% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BA5 1BE. The average age is 48.7. 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.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BA5 1BE has low crime rates — 13 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are criminal damage and arson and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Love Coffee Ltd1.0 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Wookey Hole Inn0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Wookey Hole Club0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Glastonbury Bus8.1 km
- Castle Cary16.9 km
- Bruton19.9 km
Bus Stops
- Henley Lane0.4 km
- Henley Lane0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: BA51BE · Data under Open Government Licence