Postcode Analysis Mendip, South West

COURSING BATCH, BA6 8BH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for COURSING BATCH, BA6 8BH.

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Population

232

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Avg Age

51

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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 8BH 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
homeHome Ownership
7/10
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3/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates BA6 8BH — age 51, 72% ownership, 25% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £231k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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

BA6 8BH is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Coursing Batch, 0.8km from Bove Town in Mendip. Administratively it sits within Glastonbury ward and the Wells constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — 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 properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £231k.

Census 2021 statistics for BA6 8BH 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 8BH. 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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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 242,500

2 sales · Mean £ 242,500

Detached

£ 500,000

5 sales · Mean £ 494,400

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

BA6 8BH has low crime rates — 35 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences23
Anti-social behaviour13
Public order2
Criminal damage and arson2
Burglary1

school Local Schools

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St John's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Infants School

Good190 pupils1.0 km
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St Benedict's Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior School

Good192 pupils1.2 km
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St Dunstan's School

Good408 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • Alliance Pharmacy1.0 km
  • Childrens Hospice South West0.9 km
  • McColls1.0 km
  • Earthfare1.0 km
  • Glastonbury Incense Ltd -Naqshistore1.0 km
  • + 1 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

9 nearby
  • Belle Vue Glastonbury0.8 km
  • Berachah Bed and Breakfast0.2 km
  • Little Orchard0.3 km
  • Tordown Guest House0.3 km
  • Camelot Retreat0.5 km
  • + 4 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Beckets Inn1.0 km
  • Avalon Constitutional Club1.0 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Hundred Monkeys1.0 km
  • Vintrotique Collectable and Tea Room0.9 km
  • Grain Store Cafe0.4 km
  • Coffee Zero1.0 km
  • Elaichi Tandoori0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Oriental Chef0.9 km
  • Peking Palace0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Glastonbury Bus1.0 km
  • Castle Cary13.6 km
  • Bruton18.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Chalice Well0.2 km
  • Chalice Way0.4 km
  • Hood Close0.5 km