Postcode Analysis South Somerset, South West

WESSEX COURT, BA8 0AU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WESSEX COURT, BA8 0AU.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

393

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 44,400 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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6/10
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7/10
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1/10
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8/10
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2/10
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6/10
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2/10
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7/10
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3/10
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Area Character

BA8 0AU is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £815k, 74% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £815k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending down 12.8% year-on-year.

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

BA8 0AU is a safe, established residential area on Wessex Court, 0.3km from Henstridge in Henstridge. Administratively it sits within Blackmoor Vale ward and the Somerton and Frome constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in BA8, BA8 0AU offers a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 74% 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 43 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £815k, down 12.8% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for BA8 0AU are sourced from Output Area E00148516 (shared with 21 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 BA8 0AU. The average age is 45.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.7%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.8%
Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 0%
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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.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 782,000

6 sales · Mean £ 787,525

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

BA8 0AU has low crime rates — 43 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences37
Criminal damage and arson11
Public order7
Anti-social behaviour6
Vehicle crime3

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St Nicholas CofE Primary School, Henstridge

Good105 pupils0.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Henstridge Village Store Ltd0.3 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Bird In Hand Inn0.3 km
  • The Virginia Ash0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Templecombe3.2 km
  • Sherborne8.9 km
  • Gillingham (Dorset)10.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Blackmore Lane0.3 km
  • Blackmore Lane0.3 km
  • Cotton Corner0.3 km
  • Cotton Corner0.3 km
  • Village Hall0.4 km