Is BA6 8BG a safe place to live?

Yes, BA6 8BG is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 8 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in BA6 8BG?

The average property price in BA6 8BG is currently around £675k.

What is the population of BA6 8BG?

The population for the BA6 8BG area is approximately 232 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Mendip, South West

ASHWELL LANE, BA6 8BG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ASHWELL LANE, BA6 8BG.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-11 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

232

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 38,800 /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: BA6 8BG 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.

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7/10

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5/10

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4/10

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5/10

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4/10

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7/10

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3/10

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7/10

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3/10

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Area Character

BA6 8BG is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £675k, 72% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BA6 8BG is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Ashwell Lane, 0.8km from Edgarley in Mendip. Administratively it sits within Glastonbury ward and the Wells constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in BA6, BA6 8BG offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. With an average age of 51, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 72% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 8 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £675k.

Census 2021 statistics for BA6 8BG are sourced from Output Area E00147933 (shared with 25 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 8BG. The average age is 51.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.3%

Asian / British Asian0.4%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed1.3%

Economic Activity

51%Active

FT: 26%

Unemployed: 1%

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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 400,000

5 sales · Mean £ 490,500

Semi-Detached

£ 260,000

1 sales · Mean £ 260,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-11)

BA6 8BG has low crime rates — 8 incidents 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 behaviour3

Violence and sexual offences3

school Local Schools

St John's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Infants School

Good190 pupils1.3 km

St Benedict's Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior School

Good192 pupils1.5 km

St Dunstan's School

Good408 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

7 nearby

Berachah Bed and Breakfast0.5 km
Little Orchard0.1 km
Tordown Guest House0.1 km
Camelot Retreat0.9 km
Melrose BB0.4 km
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restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby

Grain Store Cafe0.7 km

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby

Slimming World Franchise0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Glastonbury Bus1.3 km
Castle Cary13.2 km
Bruton17.9 km