Postcode Analysis South Somerset, South West

WITCOMBE LANE, TA12 6AH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WITCOMBE LANE, TA12 6AH.

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

287

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 44,700 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: TA12 6AH represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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9/10
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6/10
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1/10
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6/10
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5/10
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7/10
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1/10
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7/10
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6/10
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Area Character

TA12 6AH is a mixed residential postcode — average age 47, 74% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 28.8% year-on-year.

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

TA12 6AH is a safe, established residential area on Witcombe Lane, 0.8km from Witcombe in Ash (South Somerset). Administratively it sits within Martock ward and the Somerton and Frome constituency.

For families considering a move, TA12 6AH represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 74% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 8 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £183k, down 28.8% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for TA12 6AH are sourced from Output Area E00148761 (shared with 11 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 TA12 6AH. The average age is 46.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.2%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.8%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 31%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 183,000

2 sales · Mean £ 183,000

Semi-Detached

£ 257,000

1 sales · Mean £ 257,000

Detached

£ 355,000

1 sales · Mean £ 355,000

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

TA12 6AH has low crime rates — 8 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences3
Other theft1
Vehicle crime1

school Local Schools

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Ash Church of England Primary School

Requires Improvement158 pupils0.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Bell Inn0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Yeovil9.0 km
  • Yeovil Pen Mill10.5 km
  • Yeovil Junction11.7 km

Bus Stops

  • The Bell Inn0.2 km
  • Post Office0.2 km