Postcode Analysis Mendip, South West

BA5 1DA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BA5 1DA.

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Population

206

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 41,400 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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9/10
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6/10
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4/10
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3/10
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4/10
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5/10
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2/10
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7/10
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8/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 71% owner-occupation and average age 47, BA5 1DA has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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

BA5 1DA is a safe, established residential area located 0.3km from Keward in Wells. Administratively it sits within Wells ward and the Wells constituency.

For families considering a move, BA5 1DA represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. At 47 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 71% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for BA5 1DA are sourced from Output Area E00186582 (shared with 9 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 BA5 1DA. The average age is 46.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.6%
Asian / British Asian0.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.0%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 25%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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

BA5 1DA has low crime rates — 23 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences26
Criminal damage and arson7
Burglary4
Other theft3
Shoplifting3

school Local Schools

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St Cuthbert's CofE Junior School

Requires Improvement166 pupils0.3 km
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St Cuthbert's Church of England Academy Infants and Pre-School

Good164 pupils0.3 km
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The Blue School

Good1500 pupils1.3 km
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St Joseph and St Teresa Catholic Primary School

Good1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • Boots UK Ltd0.5 km
  • Burcott Stores0.5 km
  • Johnsons £1 Shop1.0 km
  • Spar0.8 km
  • Tincknell Country Stores0.6 km
  • + 1 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Premier Inn0.9 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • Cheddar Valley Inn0.8 km
  • Full Moon0.9 km
  • Kudos0.8 km
  • Quarter Jack0.9 km
  • Tramways0.7 km
  • + 3 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

6 nearby
  • Ajwa0.9 km
  • Annas Cafe0.9 km
  • Strangers with Coffee1.0 km
  • The Garden Room0.9 km
  • The Square0.8 km
  • + 1 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Lidl0.7 km
  • Morrisons1.0 km
  • Tesco0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Glastonbury Bus7.0 km
  • Castle Cary15.0 km
  • Bruton18.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Kenward Mill Trading Estate0.0 km
  • Jocelyn Drive Turn0.2 km
  • Jocelyn Drive Turn0.2 km
  • Bishopslea Close0.2 km
  • Wolsey Close0.4 km