TA18 7BQ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on The Barley Yard, 0.2km from Fairy Hill in Crewkerne. Administratively it sits within Crewkerne ward and the Yeovil constituency.
For families considering a move, TA18 7BQ represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a town fringe countryside character: mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. At 48 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 75% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £135k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 16.9% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for TA18 7BQ are sourced from Output Area E00148651 (shared with 24 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
THE BARLEY YARD, TA18 7BQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE BARLEY YARD, TA18 7BQ.
416
48
£ 40,900 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: TA18 7BQ 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.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates TA18 7BQ — age 48, 75% ownership, 16% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 16.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TA18 7BQ. The average age is 48.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 123,500
20 sales · Mean £ 124,010
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
TA18 7BQ 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.
school Local Schools
Ashlands Church of England Primary School
Wadham School
St Bartholomew's Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Barrett Bros0.8 km
- Crewkerne Cards0.8 km
- Crewkerne Market - Wednesday0.6 km
- Dailyz Tech0.7 km
- Fruits of the Town0.8 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- Active Learning & Skills - Community Interest Company0.9 km
- Crewkerne Conservative Club0.8 km
- Oscars Wine Bar0.7 km
- Parrett & Axe Masonic Club0.8 km
- The Crooked Swan0.7 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Avalon Healing0.7 km
- Bar5/Cantina0.7 km
- Bilby's Coffee Shop and the Burger Shed0.8 km
- Costa Coffee0.8 km
- Little Bears Play Cafe0.6 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Waitrose0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Crewkerne Fish & Chips0.9 km
- Crewkerne Kebab & Pizza House0.9 km
- Golden River Restaurant0.6 km
- Mortimers Bakery Ltd0.8 km
- Mrs B's Son Ltd0.7 km
- + 2 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Crewkerne2.3 km
- Yeovil12.7 km
- Yeovil Junction13.3 km
Bus Stops
- Bincombe Close0.3 km
- Bincombe Drive0.3 km
- Laburnham Crescent0.5 km
- Laburnham Crescent0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: TA187BQ · Data under Open Government Licence