Postcode Analysis Sedgemoor, South West

OLD CHURCH ROAD, BS26 2BQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OLD CHURCH ROAD, BS26 2BQ.

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

287

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 49,900 /yr

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Employed

53%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BS26 2BQ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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3/10
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3/10
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2/10
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6/10
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4/10
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8/10
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2/10
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5/10
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1/10
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Area Character

BS26 2BQ is an established family neighbourhood — 65% owner-occupation and an average age of 42 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. Property prices are trending up 16.1% year-on-year.

home £226,919 median price shield Safety 3/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BS26 2BQ is a safe, established residential area on Old Church Road, 0.1km from Axbridge in Axbridge. Administratively it sits within Cheddar ward and the Wells constituency.

For families considering a move, BS26 2BQ represents an area with a high proportion of elderly residents, often in communal housing. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 65% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £226k, up 16.1% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for BS26 2BQ are sourced from Output Area E00148138 (shared with 58 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 BS26 2BQ. The average age is 42.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.7%
Asian / British Asian2.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.9%

Economic Activity

53%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 243,838

1 sales · Mean £ 243,838

Terraced

£ 210,000

1 sales · Mean £ 210,000

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

BS26 2BQ has low crime rates — 25 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences20
Anti-social behaviour7
Public order5
Criminal damage and arson4
Other theft4

school Local Schools

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Axbridge Church of England First School Academy

Good187 pupils0.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Axbridge Pharmacy0.1 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Compton House0.5 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Lamb Inn0.1 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Ripley's Antiques & Vintage0.1 km
  • The Almshouse Tea Shop0.1 km
  • The Oakhouse Hotel & Restaurant0.1 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • The Co-Operative0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Worle10.2 km
  • Weston Milton11.1 km
  • Yatton11.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Town Hall0.1 km
  • Town Hall0.1 km
  • Surgery0.2 km
  • Surgery0.2 km
  • West Street0.4 km