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.
LUFTON WAY, BA22 8HR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LUFTON WAY, BA22 8HR.
387
34
£ 50,600 /yr
59%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
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.
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.
mapGeographic Location
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
Economic Activity
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.
school Local Schools
Kingfisher Primary School
Preston CofE Primary School
Preston School Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Pete's Bun Shop0.9 km
- Poundland0.5 km
- Claire's Candy0.3 km
- Halfords0.5 km
- Hobbycraft0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Arrow0.9 km
- Airfield Tavern0.9 km
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
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Asda Stores Ltd & Petrol Station0.9 km
- Tesco0.9 km
- The Range0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- New World0.9 km
- Subway0.5 km
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
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Postcode Profile: BA228HR · Data under Open Government Licence