TA8 1DL is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on South Esplanade in Burnham-on-Sea. Administratively it sits within Burnham on Sea North ward and the Wells constituency.
For families considering a move, TA8 1DL represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. During the day, low density wholesale and retail in mostly white areas, often on urban fringe or close to transport nodes. An established, mature community with an average age of 63 — quiet, long-term residents, low turnover. 87% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 57 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £200k.
Census 2021 statistics for TA8 1DL are sourced from Output Area E00148302 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SOUTH ESPLANADE, TA8 1DL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SOUTH ESPLANADE, TA8 1DL.
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63
£ 38,600 /yr
30%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: TA8 1DL falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
TA8 1DL is a settled retirement community — average age 63, 87% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. Moderate crime is broadly acceptable given the residential nature here (avg age: 63).
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TA8 1DL. The average age is 63.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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
Flat
£ 198,960
27 sales · Mean £ 194,179
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around TA8 1DL is moderate at 57 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Joseph's Catholic Primary and Nursery School
St Andrew's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School
The King Alfred School an Academy
Burnham-On-Sea Community Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
17 nearby- Bargain Booze0.7 km
- Kyffins0.8 km
- Ming Emporium0.9 km
- Rontec0.9 km
- Sugar Rush0.8 km
- + 12 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Royal Clarence Hotel0.8 km
- The Victoria Hotel0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
11 nearby- Railway Hotel0.7 km
- Ritz Cinema0.9 km
- Ritz Social Club0.9 km
- Royal British Legion0.8 km
- The Boss Lounge0.8 km
- + 6 more
Restaurant, Cafe
25 nearby- BOS Cafe0.7 km
- Cafe Beans0.7 km
- Chandni0.7 km
- Chatterbox0.8 km
- Chint2 Tearoom0.7 km
- + 20 more
Takeaway Shop
17 nearby- Battered Fryer0.9 km
- Del Mondo Pizza0.7 km
- Domino's Pizza0.9 km
- Just Desserts0.8 km
- Kebab Kitchen0.7 km
- + 12 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- B&M0.4 km
- Lidl0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Highbridge & Burnham2.4 km
- Bridgwater11.4 km
- Weston-Super-Mare12.8 km
Bus Stops
- Burnham Haven Holiday Centre0.3 km
- Old Pier Tavern0.4 km
- Old Pier Tavern0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: TA81DL · Data under Open Government Licence