Postcode Analysis Mendip, South West

BERE LANE, BA6 8BB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BERE LANE, BA6 8BB.

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Population

274

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Avg Age

51

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Avg Income

£ 38,800 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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1/10
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5/10
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4/10
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3/10
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4/10
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5/10
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9/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. BA6 8BB spans multiple life stages — average age 51, moderate ownership and renting. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average. Property prices average £202k.

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

BA6 8BB is an active urban area on Bere Lane, 0.6km from Glastonbury in Glastonbury. Administratively it sits within Glastonbury ward and the Wells constituency.

For families considering a move, BA6 8BB represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 51 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 75% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are high (143 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures. Property: Average house prices are around £202k.

Census 2021 statistics for BA6 8BB are sourced from Output Area E00147947 (shared with 8 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 BA6 8BB. The average age is 50.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.8%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed1.8%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 199,750

2 sales · Mean £ 199,750

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

Crime rates near BA6 8BB are high at 143 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour77
Violence and sexual offences73
Shoplifting72
Public order37
Criminal damage and arson17

school Local Schools

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St John's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Infants School

Good190 pupils0.5 km
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St Benedict's Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior School

Good192 pupils0.6 km
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St Dunstan's School

Good408 pupils1.0 km
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Tor School

Good17 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

20 nearby
  • Abbey Gatehouse0.5 km
  • Alliance Pharmacy0.5 km
  • Childrens Hospice South West0.5 km
  • Glastonbury Country Market0.5 km
  • McColls0.9 km
  • + 15 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

13 nearby
  • Belle Vue Glastonbury0.3 km
  • Berachah Bed and Breakfast0.5 km
  • Flying Dragons Nest1.0 km
  • Little Orchard1.0 km
  • Ries Retreat0.9 km
  • + 8 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

11 nearby
  • Beckets Inn0.5 km
  • King Arthur0.6 km
  • Queen of Cups Restaurant and Bar0.6 km
  • The Market House0.5 km
  • Avalon Constitutional Club0.5 km
  • + 6 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

23 nearby
  • Benedict Street Kitchen0.6 km
  • Heaphys Ltd0.6 km
  • Hundred Monkeys0.5 km
  • Lazy Gecko Cafe0.5 km
  • Mocha Berry0.5 km
  • + 18 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • Glastonbury Community Fridge0.5 km
  • Oriental Chef0.5 km
  • Papa Johns0.6 km
  • Peking Palace0.5 km
  • R & Ts Fish Bar Ltd0.9 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Morrisons0.6 km
  • The Co-operative Food0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Glastonbury Bus0.5 km
  • Castle Cary14.2 km
  • Bruton18.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Rural Life Museum0.1 km
  • Abbey Barn0.1 km
  • Orchard Loft0.2 km
  • Orchard Loft0.2 km
  • Hood Close0.2 km