Postcode Analysis Sedgemoor, South West

ESPLANADE, TA8 1BE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ESPLANADE, TA8 1BE.

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Population

253

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 38,600 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: TA8 1BE falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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2/10
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1/10
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4/10
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3/10
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6/10
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3/10
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7/10
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3/10
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9/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates TA8 1BE — age 46, 41% ownership, 57% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Young average age (46) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential.

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

TA8 1BE is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Esplanade, 1.5km from Middle Burnham in Burnham-on-Sea. Administratively it sits within Burnham on Sea North ward and the Wells constituency.

For renters and young professionals, TA8 1BE offers a classic working-class terrace area — densely packed streets, low ethnic diversity. By day, the area transitions to a low density wholesale and retail character: low density wholesale and retail in mostly white areas, often on urban fringe or close to transport nodes. At 46 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 57% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.

Safety: Crime rates are above average at 93 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: With prices averaging £161k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for TA8 1BE are sourced from Output Area E00148315 (shared with 14 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 TA8 1BE. The average age is 45.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British90.0%
Asian / British Asian6.0%
Black / African / Caribbean2.0%
Other / Mixed2.0%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 4%
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Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 165,000

1 sales · Mean £ 165,000

Flat

£ 135,000

13 sales · Mean £ 138,801

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

Crime around TA8 1BE is above average at 93 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 offences106
Anti-social behaviour76
Public order36
Shoplifting35
Criminal damage and arson21

school Local Schools

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St Andrew's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School

Good331 pupils0.3 km
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St Joseph's Catholic Primary and Nursery School

Outstanding0.5 km
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Burnham-On-Sea Community Infant School

Requires Improvement221 pupils1.0 km
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The King Alfred School an Academy

Good1309 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

18 nearby
  • Bargain Booze0.1 km
  • Burnham on Sea Swim and Sports Academy0.5 km
  • Kyffins0.2 km
  • Ming Emporium0.3 km
  • Rontec0.3 km
  • + 13 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

6 nearby
  • Ashbourne House0.7 km
  • Royal Clarence Hotel0.2 km
  • Sandhills Guest House0.8 km
  • Sherwood House0.7 km
  • St Aubyns Guest House0.5 km
  • + 1 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

11 nearby
  • Dunstan House Inn0.5 km
  • Railway Hotel0.2 km
  • Ritz Cinema0.3 km
  • Ritz Social Club0.3 km
  • Royal British Legion0.2 km
  • + 6 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

27 nearby
  • BOS Cafe0.1 km
  • Burnham on Sea War Memorial Hospital0.5 km
  • Cafe Beans0.1 km
  • Chandni0.1 km
  • Chatterbox0.2 km
  • + 22 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Tesco0.9 km
  • B&M0.2 km
  • Lidl0.4 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

18 nearby
  • Battered Fryer0.3 km
  • Del Mondo Pizza0.1 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.3 km
  • Just Desserts0.2 km
  • Kebab Kitchen0.1 km
  • + 13 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Highbridge & Burnham2.7 km
  • Bridgwater12.0 km
  • Weston-Super-Mare12.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Old Pier Tavern0.2 km
  • Old Pier Tavern0.2 km
  • Regent Street0.2 km
  • Oxford Street Car Park0.3 km
  • Demand Responsive Area0.3 km