TA17 8RZ is a sought-after residential area on Abbey Street, 1.3km from Furland in Hinton St George. Administratively it sits within South Petherton & Islemoor ward and the Yeovil constituency.
For serious buyers, TA17 8RZ is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. Average age 57 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 82% 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 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £1.2M.
Census 2021 statistics for TA17 8RZ are sourced from Output Area E00148690 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ABBEY STREET, TA17 8RZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ABBEY STREET, TA17 8RZ.
215
57
£ 46,400 /yr
39%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: TA17 8RZ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 82% owner-occupation and an average age of 57, TA17 8RZ is established retirement territory. With £1.2M prices and low crime, this is a premium retirement postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TA17 8RZ. The average age is 57.1. 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
Detached
£ 585,000
3 sales · Mean £ 781,666
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
TA17 8RZ has low crime rates — 19 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
Hinton St George Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Our Shop0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Lord Poulett Arms0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Crewkerne5.2 km
- Yeovil14.0 km
- Yeovil Junction15.2 km
Bus Stops
- Gas Lane0.1 km
- Gas Lane0.1 km
- The Crossroads0.3 km
- The Crossroads0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: TA178RZ · Data under Open Government Licence