Postcode Analysis Mendip, South West

FARM ROAD, BA16 0BL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FARM ROAD, BA16 0BL.

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Population

300

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 39,700 /yr

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Employed

54%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BA16 0BL 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.

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4/10
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2/10
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2/10
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6/10
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6/10
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4/10
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7/10
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4/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. BA16 0BL spans multiple life stages — average age 43, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

BA16 0BL is a safe, established residential area on Farm Road, 0.3km from Wood's Batch in Street. Administratively it sits within Street ward and the Wells constituency.

For renters and young professionals, BA16 0BL offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, low density wholesale and retail in mostly white areas, often on urban fringe or close to transport nodes. At 43 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 51% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 48 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for BA16 0BL are sourced from Output Area E00148057 (shared with 26 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 BA16 0BL. The average age is 42.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.0%
Asian / British Asian2.0%
Black / African / Caribbean1.0%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

54%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

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

BA16 0BL has low crime rates — 48 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences79
Shoplifting30
Public order24
Anti-social behaviour22
Criminal damage and arson14

school Local Schools

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Hindhayes Infant School

Good191 pupils0.6 km
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Crispin School Academy

Good1053 pupils0.7 km
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Elmhurst Junior School

Requires Improvement312 pupils0.8 km
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Brookside Community Primary School

Good501 pupils1.4 km
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Avalon School

Good56 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Supermarkets

5 nearby
  • McColls1.0 km
  • Iceland Foods Limited1.0 km
  • McColls0.5 km
  • Sainsbury's0.9 km
  • Whittard of Chelsea0.2 km
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Retailers - Other

21 nearby
  • Cadbury0.2 km
  • Florries Gifts and Homeware0.3 km
  • Greenbank Swimming Pool0.5 km
  • Haribo0.2 km
  • Holland & Barrett0.2 km
  • + 16 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Mullions Hotel0.4 km
  • No 290.2 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • Bear Inn Street0.4 km
  • Street Inn0.5 km
  • Royal British Legion Club0.2 km
  • The King Alfred0.6 km
  • The Lantokay0.4 km
  • + 2 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

30 nearby
  • Costa Ltd0.2 km
  • Gourmet Burger Kitchen0.2 km
  • Last Crumb Cafe0.3 km
  • Mahalias Whole Food Cafe0.3 km
  • Prezzo Trading Limited0.2 km
  • + 25 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

8 nearby
  • Ocean House0.4 km
  • Rams Kebab0.4 km
  • Chipmonks Kasva Ltd0.4 km
  • Park Fish and Chips0.7 km
  • Street Kebab House0.4 km
  • + 3 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Glastonbury Bus3.0 km
  • Castle Cary15.7 km
  • Bridgwater17.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Coach Park0.1 km
  • Clarks Village0.1 km
  • Clarks Village0.1 km
  • Grange Avenue0.1 km
  • Grange Avenue0.1 km