Postcode Analysis South Somerset, South West

BA8 0SS House Prices & Local Information

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

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Population

463

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 44,400 /yr

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Employed

37%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BA8 0SS falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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4/10
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5/10
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1/10
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2/10
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8/10
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2/10
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3/10
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2/10
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9/10
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Area Character

BA8 0SS has a significant social housing presence — 51% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.

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

BA8 0SS is a safe, established residential area located 0.3km from Henstridge in Henstridge. Administratively it sits within Blackmoor Vale ward and the Somerton and Frome constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, BA8 0SS is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 51% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 22% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 46 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for BA8 0SS are sourced from Output Area E00148514 (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 BA8 0SS. The average age is 37.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.6%
Asian / British Asian1.1%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.3%

Economic Activity

37%Active
FT: 22%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.

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

BA8 0SS has low crime rates — 46 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 offences39
Criminal damage and arson12
Public order8
Anti-social behaviour6
Vehicle crime4

school Local Schools

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St Nicholas CofE Primary School, Henstridge

Good105 pupils0.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Henstridge Village Store Ltd0.3 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Bird In Hand Inn0.4 km
  • The Virginia Ash0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Templecombe3.3 km
  • Sherborne9.0 km
  • Gillingham (Dorset)10.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Cotton Corner0.2 km
  • Cotton Corner0.2 km
  • Blackmore Lane0.3 km
  • Blackmore Lane0.3 km