Postcode Analysis Sedgemoor, South West

HIPPISLEY DRIVE, BS26 2DE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIPPISLEY DRIVE, BS26 2DE.

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

278

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 49,900 /yr

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Employed

41%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BS26 2DE is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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8/10
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9/10
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3/10
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4/10
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2/10
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9/10
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2/10
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9/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, BS26 2DE combines high owner-occupation (89%), strong property values (£495k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 14.4% year-on-year.

home £495,000 median price shield Safety 8/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BS26 2DE is a safe, established residential area on Hippisley Drive, 0.5km from Axbridge in Axbridge. Administratively it sits within Cheddar ward and the Wells constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in BS26, BS26 2DE offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. 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. 89% 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 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £495k, up 14.4% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for BS26 2DE are sourced from Output Area E00148136 (shared with 9 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 2DE. The average age is 45.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.5%
Asian / British Asian0.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed1.4%

Economic Activity

41%Active
FT: 28%
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

£ 455,500

10 sales · Mean £ 420,650

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

BS26 2DE has low crime rates — 11 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences7
Vehicle crime3
Criminal damage and arson2
Other theft2
Public order2

school Local Schools

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Axbridge Church of England First School Academy

Good187 pupils0.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • St Michaels Parsonage0.5 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Axbridge Pharmacy0.5 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Lamb Inn0.5 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Ripley's Antiques & Vintage0.5 km
  • The Almshouse Tea Shop0.5 km
  • The Oakhouse Hotel & Restaurant0.5 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • The Co-Operative0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Worle10.4 km
  • Weston Milton11.4 km
  • Yatton11.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Sedgemoor North Slinky - Axbridge DRT0.1 km
  • Parkfield Road0.1 km
  • Parkfield Road0.1 km
  • Cheddar Road0.3 km
  • Cheddar Road0.3 km