BA16 0AQ is a safe, established residential area on The Mead, 0.8km from Northover in Street. Administratively it sits within Street ward and the Wells constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 43 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £247k.
Census 2021 statistics for BA16 0AQ are sourced from Output Area E00148055 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
THE MEAD, BA16 0AQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE MEAD, BA16 0AQ.
293
41
£ 39,700 /yr
53%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BA16 0AQ 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
Families dominate this postcode. With 68% owner-occupation and average age 41, BA16 0AQ has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BA16 0AQ. The average age is 40.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 295,000
1 sales · Mean £ 295,000
Terraced
£ 200,000
1 sales · Mean £ 200,000
Semi-Detached
£ 180,000
1 sales · Mean £ 180,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BA16 0AQ has low crime rates — 43 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Crispin School Academy
Elmhurst Junior School
Hindhayes Infant School
Tor School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
29 nearby- Brewers Fayre0.9 km
- Costa Ltd0.7 km
- Gourmet Burger Kitchen0.7 km
- Last Crumb Cafe0.8 km
- Mahalias Whole Food Cafe0.7 km
- + 24 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Aldi Stores Ltd0.9 km
- McColls0.3 km
- Whittard of Chelsea0.7 km
Retailers - Other
19 nearby- Bridies Organic Food Co-op0.8 km
- Cadbury0.8 km
- Florries Gifts and Homeware0.8 km
- Greenbank Swimming Pool0.6 km
- Haribo0.8 km
- + 14 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Ploughshares Ltd Fisher King Centre0.9 km
- Mullions Hotel0.4 km
- No 290.9 km
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- Bear Inn Street0.4 km
- Street Inn0.3 km
- Royal British Legion Club0.7 km
- The King Alfred0.9 km
- The Lantokay0.9 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Chipmonks Kasva Ltd0.3 km
- Street Kebab House1.0 km
- Tipsy Pickle1.0 km
- Wings Chinese Kitchen0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Glastonbury Bus2.3 km
- Castle Cary15.2 km
- Bridgwater18.0 km
Bus Stops
- Strode College0.1 km
- Strode College0.1 km
- Strode College0.1 km
- Glaston House0.2 km
- Glaston Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BA160AQ · Data under Open Government Licence