Postcode Analysis South Somerset, South West

LOPEN ROAD, TA17 8SG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LOPEN ROAD, TA17 8SG.

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

240

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Avg Age

54

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Avg Income

£ 46,400 /yr

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Employed

39%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: TA17 8SG is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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10/10
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6/10
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1/10
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1/10
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2/10
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9/10
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1/10
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7/10
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10/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates TA17 8SG — age 54, 74% ownership, 20% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £442k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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

TA17 8SG is a sought-after residential area on Lopen Road, 1.1km from Eggwood Hill in Hinton St George. Administratively it sits within South Petherton & Islemoor ward and the Yeovil constituency.

For serious buyers, TA17 8SG is a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 54, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 74% 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 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £442k.

Census 2021 statistics for TA17 8SG are sourced from Output Area E00148689 (shared with 17 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 TA17 8SG. The average age is 54.4. 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 Asian1.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.8%

Economic Activity

39%Active
FT: 22%
Unemployed: 4%
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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

£ 325,000

3 sales · Mean £ 383,333

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

TA17 8SG has low crime rates — 22 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.

Violence and sexual offences5
Anti-social behaviour3
Possession of weapons1
Other theft1

school Local Schools

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Hinton St George Church of England Primary School

Good68 pupils0.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Our Shop0.3 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Lord Poulett Arms0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Crewkerne5.2 km
  • Yeovil13.5 km
  • Yeovil Junction14.7 km

Bus Stops

  • The Crossroads0.2 km
  • The Crossroads0.2 km
  • Gas Lane0.5 km