Postcode Analysis South Somerset, South West

LUFTON WAY, BA22 8HR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LUFTON WAY, BA22 8HR.

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Population

387

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Avg Age

34

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Avg Income

£ 50,600 /yr

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Employed

59%

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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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9/10
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9/10
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1/10
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10/10
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4/10
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6/10
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3/10
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5/10
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8/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. BA22 8HR's low deprivation rank, 66% ownership place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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

BA22 8HR is a sought-after residential area on Lufton Way, 0.3km from Houndstone in Yeovil. Administratively it sits within Brympton ward and the Yeovil constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in BA22, BA22 8HR offers a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. Outside of residential hours, public administration and security with mainly white workforces. At 34 years average, this is a working-age, professionally active neighbourhood with good transport links and a dynamic social mix. 66% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for BA22 8HR are sourced from Output Area E00148534 (shared with 24 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 8HR. The average age is 34.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.4%
Asian / British Asian1.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

59%Active
FT: 42%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

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

BA22 8HR has low crime rates — 16 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 offences14
Shoplifting9
Public order5
Anti-social behaviour4
Other theft4

school Local Schools

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Kingfisher Primary School

Outstanding234 pupils0.6 km
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Preston CofE Primary School

Outstanding419 pupils0.8 km
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Preston School Academy

Good923 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • Pete's Bun Shop0.9 km
  • Poundland0.5 km
  • Claire's Candy0.3 km
  • Halfords0.5 km
  • Hobbycraft0.5 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Arrow0.9 km
  • Airfield Tavern0.9 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • Baxter Storey at Screwfix Direct Ltd0.3 km
  • KFC0.5 km
  • Palmers Fish and Chips0.9 km
  • Palmers Garden Centre0.9 km
  • Dive Academy Ltd0.4 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Asda Stores Ltd & Petrol Station0.9 km
  • Tesco0.9 km
  • The Range0.5 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • New World0.9 km
  • Subway0.5 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Yeovil Premier Inn0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Yeovil2.8 km
  • Yeovil Pen Mill4.5 km
  • Yeovil Junction5.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Yeovil College Lufton Site0.1 km
  • Yeovil College Lufton Site0.1 km
  • Warrior Avenue0.2 km
  • Warrior Avenue0.2 km
  • Artillery Road0.2 km