Postcode Analysis Sedgemoor, South West

MERLE GARDENS, BS28 4DR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MERLE GARDENS, BS28 4DR.

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

288

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Avg Age

54

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Avg Income

£ 53,100 /yr

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Employed

32%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BS28 4DR 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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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8/10
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9/10
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1/10
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3/10
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1/10
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8/10
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1/10
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10/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, BS28 4DR combines high owner-occupation (94%), strong property values (£870k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.

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

BS28 4DR is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Merle Gardens, 0.6km from Borough, The in Wedmore. Administratively it sits within King Alfred ward and the Wells constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in BS28, BS28 4DR 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 54 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 94% 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 9 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £870k.

Census 2021 statistics for BS28 4DR are sourced from Output Area E00148477 (shared with 20 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 BS28 4DR. The average age is 54.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.9%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.7%

Economic Activity

32%Active
FT: 19%
Unemployed: 1%
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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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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 870,000

1 sales · Mean £ 870,000

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

BS28 4DR has low crime rates — 9 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences11
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
Vehicle crime1

school Local Schools

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Wedmore First School Academy

Good156 pupils0.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • The George Inn0.6 km
  • The Swan0.7 km
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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Wedmore Pharmacy0.6 km
  • Hectors Farm Shop0.7 km
  • Wedmore Paper Shop & Village Stores0.6 km
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Isle Of Wedmore Bowls Club0.4 km
  • New Inn0.7 km
  • The Post & Wicket @ The Sports Pavillion0.4 km
  • Wedmore Masonic Club0.6 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Pumpkin Delicatessen & Cafe0.6 km
  • Table 80.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Highbridge & Burnham11.0 km
  • Glastonbury Bus11.0 km
  • Bridgwater16.2 km