Postcode Analysis South Somerset, South West

FLAX ROW, TA18 7BJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FLAX ROW, TA18 7BJ.

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Population

348

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 40,900 /yr

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Employed

37%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: 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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6/10
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7/10
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2/10
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3/10
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5/10
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4/10
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3/10
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7/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. TA18 7BJ's 71% ownership and 43-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

TA18 7BJ is a safe, established residential area on Flax Row, 0.4km from Fairy Hill in Crewkerne. Administratively it sits within Crewkerne ward and the Yeovil constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. During the day, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. A balanced community with an average age of 43 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 71% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 49 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £200k.

Census 2021 statistics for TA18 7BJ are sourced from Output Area E00148652 (shared with 12 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 TA18 7BJ. The average age is 43.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.3%
Asian / British Asian0.9%
Black / African / Caribbean1.1%
Other / Mixed1.7%

Economic Activity

37%Active
FT: 23%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 200,000

1 sales · Mean £ 200,000

Flat

£ 68,000

1 sales · Mean £ 68,000

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

TA18 7BJ has low crime rates — 49 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences47
Public order23
Anti-social behaviour22
Shoplifting15
Criminal damage and arson8

school Local Schools

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Ashlands Church of England Primary School

Good118 pupils0.2 km
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Wadham School

Good466 pupils0.7 km
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St Bartholomew's Church of England Primary School

Good176 pupils1.3 km
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Maiden Beech Academy

Good381 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

8 nearby
  • Barrett Bros0.6 km
  • Crewkerne Cards0.5 km
  • Crewkerne Market - Wednesday0.4 km
  • Dailyz Tech0.5 km
  • Fruits of the Town0.6 km
  • + 3 more
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Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • Active Learning & Skills - Community Interest Company0.7 km
  • Crewkerne Conservative Club0.5 km
  • King William Inn0.8 km
  • Oscars Wine Bar0.4 km
  • Parrett & Axe Masonic Club0.6 km
  • + 3 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

9 nearby
  • Avalon Healing0.5 km
  • Bar5/Cantina0.5 km
  • Bilby's Coffee Shop and the Burger Shed0.5 km
  • Church Kitchen0.8 km
  • Costa Coffee0.5 km
  • + 4 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Waitrose0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • Crewkerne Fish & Chips0.6 km
  • Crewkerne Kebab & Pizza House0.7 km
  • Golden River Restaurant0.4 km
  • Mortimers Bakery Ltd0.5 km
  • Mrs B's Son Ltd0.4 km
  • + 2 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Crewkerne2.1 km
  • Yeovil12.8 km
  • Yeovil Junction13.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Bincombe Drive0.3 km
  • Bincombe Close0.3 km
  • Kings Arms0.4 km
  • George Hotel0.4 km
  • The Swan0.4 km