Postcode Analysis Mendip, South West

BA5 1DQ House Prices & Local Information

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

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-01 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

245

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 49,200 /yr

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Employed

48%

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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6/10
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6/10
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1/10
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2/10
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5/10
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5/10
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2/10
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4/10
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10/10
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Area Character

BA5 1DQ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 41, 50% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

BA5 1DQ is a safe, established residential area located 0.4km from Wookey in Wookey. Administratively it sits within Mendip West ward and the Wells constituency.

This is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. A balanced community with an average age of 41 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 9 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for BA5 1DQ are sourced from Output Area E00147953 (shared with 7 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 1DQ. The average age is 41.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.8%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed0.8%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 4%
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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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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

BA5 1DQ has low crime rates — 9 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences9
Vehicle crime2
Other crime1

school Local Schools

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Wookey Primary School

Good107 pupils0.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Burcott Mill Guest House and Tearoom0.7 km
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Burcott Inn0.7 km
  • Ring O Bells0.4 km
  • The Pheasant Inn0.4 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Wookey Hub0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Glastonbury Bus6.9 km
  • Castle Cary17.3 km
  • Highbridge & Burnham19.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Holmlea0.3 km
  • Abbey Close0.3 km
  • The Church0.4 km
  • The Church0.4 km
  • The Rowans0.4 km