Postcode Analysis Mendip, South West

BA6 8DF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BA6 8DF.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

227

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Avg Age

53

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Avg Income

£ 38,800 /yr

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Employed

38%

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

BA6 8DF is a mixed residential postcode — average age 53, 47% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Young average age (53) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential.

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

BA6 8DF is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.4km from Bove Town in Glastonbury. Administratively it sits within Glastonbury ward and the Wells constituency.

This is a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 53) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied.

Safety: Crime rates are above average at 93 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below.

Census 2021 statistics for BA6 8DF are sourced from Output Area E00147934 (shared with 17 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 BA6 8DF. The average age is 53.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.1%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

38%Active
FT: 19%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.

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

Crime around BA6 8DF is above average at 93 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour64
Violence and sexual offences58
Public order29
Shoplifting18
Criminal damage and arson8

school Local Schools

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St John's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Infants School

Good190 pupils0.5 km
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St Benedict's Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior School

Good192 pupils0.7 km
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St Dunstan's School

Good408 pupils0.9 km
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Tor School

Good17 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

21 nearby
  • Abbey Gatehouse0.5 km
  • Alliance Pharmacy0.5 km
  • Childrens Hospice South West0.4 km
  • Glastonbury Country Market0.5 km
  • McColls0.7 km
  • + 16 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

13 nearby
  • Belle Vue Glastonbury0.4 km
  • Berachah Bed and Breakfast0.4 km
  • Flying Dragons Nest0.8 km
  • Little Orchard0.9 km
  • Ries Retreat0.8 km
  • + 8 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

11 nearby
  • Beckets Inn0.4 km
  • King Arthur0.7 km
  • Queen of Cups Restaurant and Bar0.7 km
  • The Market House0.6 km
  • Avalon Constitutional Club0.4 km
  • + 6 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

22 nearby
  • Benedict Street Kitchen0.7 km
  • Heaphys Ltd0.6 km
  • Hundred Monkeys0.4 km
  • Lazy Gecko Cafe0.6 km
  • Mocha Berry0.6 km
  • + 17 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • Glastonbury Community Fridge0.5 km
  • Oriental Chef0.4 km
  • Papa Johns0.6 km
  • Peking Palace0.4 km
  • R & Ts Fish Bar Ltd0.9 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Morrisons0.7 km
  • The Co-operative Food0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Glastonbury Bus0.5 km
  • Castle Cary14.1 km
  • Bruton18.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Orchard Loft0.0 km
  • Orchard Loft0.0 km
  • Abbey Barn0.1 km
  • Rural Life Museum0.1 km
  • Mendip West Slinky - Glastonbury destination DRT0.1 km