Postcode Analysis South Somerset, South West

THE MEAD, BA8 0RR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE MEAD, BA8 0RR.

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

372

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Avg Age

49

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Avg Income

£ 44,400 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BA8 0RR represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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7/10
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4/10
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1/10
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6/10
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4/10
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6/10
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2/10
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7/10
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7/10
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Area Character

BA8 0RR is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £579k, 76% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.

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

BA8 0RR is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on The Mead, 0.1km from Towns End in Henstridge. Administratively it sits within Blackmoor Vale ward and the Somerton and Frome constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in BA8, BA8 0RR offers a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 49, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 76% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 9 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £579k.

Census 2021 statistics for BA8 0RR are sourced from Output Area E00148512 (shared with 19 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 0RR. The average age is 49.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.1%
Asian / British Asian1.1%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.8%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 579,000

2 sales · Mean £ 579,000

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

BA8 0RR 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 offences5
Vehicle crime3
Criminal damage and arson2
Public order2
Anti-social behaviour1

school Local Schools

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St Nicholas CofE Primary School, Henstridge

Good105 pupils0.8 km
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Stalbridge Church of England Primary School

Good193 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Henstridge Village Store Ltd0.6 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Bird In Hand Inn0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Templecombe3.7 km
  • Sherborne9.5 km
  • Gillingham (Dorset)10.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Cotton Corner0.4 km
  • Cotton Corner0.4 km