BS26 2DG is a safe, established residential area on Mendip Close, 0.4km from Axbridge in Axbridge. Administratively it sits within Cheddar ward and the Wells constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in BS26, BS26 2DG offers 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 residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £333k, down 17.5% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for BS26 2DG are sourced from Output Area E00148135 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MENDIP CLOSE, BS26 2DG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MENDIP CLOSE, BS26 2DG.
382
46
£ 49,900 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
BS26 2DG is a mixed residential postcode — average age 46, 78% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £333k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending down 17.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BS26 2DG. 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
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 322,500
1 sales · Mean £ 322,500
Detached
£ 339,000
14 sales · Mean £ 349,892
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BS26 2DG has low crime rates — 16 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.
school Local Schools
Axbridge Church of England First School Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- St Michaels Parsonage0.6 km
- Compton House1.0 km
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Axbridge Pharmacy0.4 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Lamb Inn0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Ripley's Antiques & Vintage0.4 km
- The Almshouse Tea Shop0.4 km
- The Oakhouse Hotel & Restaurant0.4 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- The Co-Operative0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Worle10.4 km
- Weston Milton11.3 km
- Yatton11.5 km
Bus Stops
- Parkfield Road0.1 km
- Parkfield Road0.1 km
- Sedgemoor North Slinky - Axbridge DRT0.2 km
- Cheddar Road0.4 km
- Cheddar Road0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: BS262DG · Data under Open Government Licence