Postcode Analysis South Somerset, South West

ILCHESTER ROAD, BA22 8RF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ILCHESTER ROAD, BA22 8RF.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-12 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

287

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 46,400 /yr

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Employed

50%

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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7/10
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7/10
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1/10
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6/10
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5/10
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5/10
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1/10
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6/10
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5/10
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Area Character

BA22 8RF is an established family neighbourhood — 66% owner-occupation and an average age of 42 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 8RF is a safe, established residential area on Ilchester Road, 1.0km from Lower Vagg in Chilthorne Domer. Administratively it sits within Martock ward and the Yeovil constituency.

For families considering a move, BA22 8RF represents a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 66% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 7 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £147k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for BA22 8RF are sourced from Output Area E00148813 (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 8RF. The average age is 41.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.6%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.4%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 147,750

2 sales · Mean £ 147,750

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-12)

BA22 8RF has low crime rates — 7 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences2
Burglary1
Other crime1

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Chilthorne Domer Church School

Good144 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • West Country Water Buffalo (Dairy Record Only)0.9 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Chilthorne Domer Recreation Trust Pavilion0.8 km
  • The Halfway House Inn Country Lodge0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Yeovil4.0 km
  • Yeovil Pen Mill5.3 km
  • Yeovil Junction6.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Halfway House0.1 km
  • Halfway House0.1 km