Postcode Analysis Sedgemoor, South West

BIRCH LAWN, TA8 1DF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BIRCH LAWN, TA8 1DF.

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Population

281

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Avg Age

70

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Avg Income

£ 38,600 /yr

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Employed

18%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: TA8 1DF 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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6/10
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4/10
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2/10
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6/10
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2/10
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7/10
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9/10
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1/10
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Area Character

TA8 1DF is a settled retirement community — average age 70, 85% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. Moderate crime is broadly acceptable given the residential nature here (avg age: 70).

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

TA8 1DF is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Birch Lawn in Burnham-on-Sea. Administratively it sits within Burnham on Sea North ward and the Wells constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a low density wholesale and retail zone — low density wholesale and retail in mostly white areas, often on urban fringe or close to transport nodes. Residents here average 70 years — a mature, stable demographic with deep roots in the area and very low property turnover. 85% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 66 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £250k.

Census 2021 statistics for TA8 1DF are sourced from Output Area E00148320 (shared with 10 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 1DF. The average age is 70.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.3%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.7%

Economic Activity

18%Active
FT: 8%
Unemployed: 0%
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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

Semi-Detached

£ 239,475

8 sales · Mean £ 242,612

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

Crime around TA8 1DF is moderate at 66 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 offences78
Anti-social behaviour74
Shoplifting32
Public order30
Criminal damage and arson17

school Local Schools

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St Joseph's Catholic Primary and Nursery School

Outstanding0.3 km
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St Andrew's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School

Good331 pupils0.6 km
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The King Alfred School an Academy

Good1309 pupils0.9 km
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Burnham-On-Sea Community Infant School

Requires Improvement221 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

19 nearby
  • Bargain Booze0.6 km
  • Burnham on Sea Swim and Sports Academy0.9 km
  • Kyffins0.6 km
  • Ming Emporium0.7 km
  • Rontec0.7 km
  • + 14 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • Royal Clarence Hotel0.7 km
  • St Aubyns Guest House0.9 km
  • The Victoria Hotel0.7 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

14 nearby
  • Dunstan House Inn0.8 km
  • Railway Hotel0.6 km
  • Ritz Cinema0.7 km
  • Ritz Social Club0.7 km
  • Royal British Legion0.6 km
  • + 9 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

26 nearby
  • BOS Cafe0.5 km
  • Burnham on Sea War Memorial Hospital0.8 km
  • Cafe Beans0.5 km
  • Chandni0.5 km
  • Chatterbox0.6 km
  • + 21 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Tesco1.0 km
  • B&M0.3 km
  • Lidl0.6 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

18 nearby
  • Battered Fryer0.7 km
  • Del Mondo Pizza0.5 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.7 km
  • Just Desserts0.6 km
  • Kebab Kitchen0.5 km
  • + 13 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Highbridge & Burnham2.3 km
  • Bridgwater11.6 km
  • Weston-Super-Mare12.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Burnham Haven Holiday Centre0.2 km
  • Holiday Village0.2 km
  • Catholic Church0.2 km
  • Holiday Village0.3 km
  • St Josephs School0.3 km