Postcode Analysis Sedgemoor, South West

OLD PEOPLES BUNGALOWS, BS26 2BU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OLD PEOPLES BUNGALOWS, BS26 2BU.

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

382

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 49,900 /yr

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Employed

42%

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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10/10
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6/10
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2/10
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3/10
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4/10
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6/10
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1/10
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7/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. BS26 2BU spans multiple life stages — average age 46, moderate ownership and renting. 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

BS26 2BU is a safe, established residential area on Old Peoples Bungalows, 0.2km from Axbridge in Axbridge. Administratively it sits within Cheddar ward and the Wells constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 46) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 78% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for BS26 2BU are sourced from Output Area E00148135 (shared with 15 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 BS26 2BU. The average age is 46.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.0%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.5%
Other / Mixed3.4%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 2%
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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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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

BS26 2BU has low crime rates — 24 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 offences18
Anti-social behaviour7
Public order5
Vehicle crime5
Criminal damage and arson4

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Axbridge Church of England First School Academy

Good187 pupils0.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • St Michaels Parsonage0.9 km
  • Compton House0.7 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Axbridge Pharmacy0.2 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Lamb Inn0.2 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Ripley's Antiques & Vintage0.2 km
  • The Almshouse Tea Shop0.2 km
  • The Oakhouse Hotel & Restaurant0.2 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • The Co-Operative0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Worle10.2 km
  • Weston Milton11.2 km
  • Yatton11.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Town Hall0.2 km
  • Town Hall0.2 km
  • Parkfield Road0.2 km
  • Parkfield Road0.2 km
  • Sedgemoor North Slinky - Axbridge DRT0.4 km