BS26 2DR is a safe, established residential area on Farthing Combe, 0.6km from Axbridge in Axbridge. Administratively it sits within Cheddar ward and the Wells constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in BS26, BS26 2DR 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 £414k, down 13.1% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for BS26 2DR are sourced from Output Area E00148136 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FARTHING COMBE, BS26 2DR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FARTHING COMBE, BS26 2DR.
278
46
£ 49,900 /yr
41%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BS26 2DR 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.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates BS26 2DR — age 46, 89% ownership, 10% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £414k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending down 13.1% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BS26 2DR. 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
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 385,000
7 sales · Mean £ 391,857
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BS26 2DR 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.
school Local Schools
Axbridge Church of England First School Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- St Michaels Parsonage0.4 km
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Axbridge Pharmacy0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Lamb Inn0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Ripley's Antiques & Vintage0.6 km
- The Almshouse Tea Shop0.6 km
- The Oakhouse Hotel & Restaurant0.6 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- The Co-Operative0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Worle10.5 km
- Weston Milton11.5 km
- Yatton11.5 km
Bus Stops
- Sedgemoor North Slinky - Axbridge DRT0.1 km
- Cheddar Road0.2 km
- Cheddar Road0.2 km
- Parkfield Road0.2 km
- Parkfield Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BS262DR · Data under Open Government Licence