Is BA8 0DP a safe place to live?

Yes, BA8 0DP is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 6 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of BA8 0DP?

The population for the BA8 0DP area is approximately 314 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis South Somerset, South West

BA8 0DP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BA8 0DP.

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

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Population

314

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 44,400 /yr

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Employed

47%

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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9/10

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8/10

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1/10

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7/10

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4/10

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7/10

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3/10

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6/10

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3/10

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Area Character

BA8 0DP is an established family neighbourhood — 66% owner-occupation and an average age of 50 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 · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BA8 0DP is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.5km from Horsington in South Somerset. Administratively it sits within Blackmoor Vale ward and the Somerton and Frome constituency.

For families considering a move, BA8 0DP represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 50, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 66% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 6 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for BA8 0DP are sourced from Output Area E00148519 (shared with 20 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 BA8 0DP. The average age is 49.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.8%

Asian / British Asian1.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.3%

Other / Mixed2.9%

Economic Activity

47%Active

FT: 30%

Unemployed: 0%

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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.

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BA8 0DP has low crime rates — 6 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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school Local Schools

Horsington Church School

Good92 pupils0.8 km

Abbas and Templecombe Church of England Primary School

Good117 pupils1.3 km

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

Half Moon Inn0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Templecombe1.3 km
Sherborne9.4 km
Bruton11.3 km

Bus Stops

Mill Cottage0.2 km
Mill Cottage0.2 km