Postcode Analysis Sedgemoor, South West

CHURCH LANE, BS26 2BX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHURCH LANE, BS26 2BX.

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

No single demographic signal dominates BS26 2BX — age 46, 78% ownership, 10% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

BS26 2BX is a safe, established residential area on Church Lane, 0.1km from Axbridge in Axbridge. Administratively it sits within Cheddar ward and the Wells constituency.

For families considering a move, BS26 2BX represents a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 46 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 78% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for BS26 2BX 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 2BX. 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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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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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

BS26 2BX has low crime rates — 26 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 offences20
Anti-social behaviour7
Public order5
Vehicle crime5
Criminal damage and arson4

school Local Schools

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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 Pharmacy0.1 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Lamb Inn0.1 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Ripley's Antiques & Vintage0.1 km
  • The Almshouse Tea Shop0.1 km
  • The Oakhouse Hotel & Restaurant0.1 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • The Co-Operative0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Worle10.2 km
  • Weston Milton11.1 km
  • Yatton11.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Town Hall0.1 km
  • Town Hall0.1 km
  • Parkfield Road0.3 km
  • Parkfield Road0.3 km
  • Surgery0.4 km