Postcode Analysis South Somerset, South West

TOWNSEND, BA22 8BP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TOWNSEND, BA22 8BP.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

204

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 52,800 /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: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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8/10
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7/10
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1/10
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4/10
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5/10
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5/10
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1/10
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4/10
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3/10
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Area Character

BA22 8BP is an established family neighbourhood — 58% owner-occupation and an average age of 39 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

BA22 8BP is a safe, established residential area on Townsend, 0.5km from Marston Magna in Marston Magna. Administratively it sits within Castle Cary ward and the Somerton and Frome constituency.

For families considering a move, BA22 8BP represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. A balanced community with an average age of 39 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 58% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £199k.

Census 2021 statistics for BA22 8BP are sourced from Output Area E00148559 (shared with 6 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 BA22 8BP. The average age is 38.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British100.0%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 199,950

10 sales · Mean £ 221,990

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

BA22 8BP has low crime rates — 22 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour5
Violence and sexual offences3
Other theft2
Public order1
Burglary1

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Yeovil Pen Mill6.4 km
  • Yeovil7.1 km
  • Sherborne8.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Bus Shelter0.1 km
  • Bus Shelter0.1 km
  • Police House0.4 km
  • Police House0.4 km