Postcode Analysis Sedgemoor, South West

CHESTNUT AVENUE, BS26 2BS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHESTNUT AVENUE, BS26 2BS.

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

278

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 49,900 /yr

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Employed

41%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BS26 2BS is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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

No single demographic signal dominates BS26 2BS — age 46, 89% ownership, 10% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £394k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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

BS26 2BS is a safe, established residential area on Chestnut Avenue, 0.3km from Axbridge in Axbridge. Administratively it sits within Cheddar ward and the Wells constituency.

For serious buyers, BS26 2BS is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 89% 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 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £394k.

Census 2021 statistics for BS26 2BS are sourced from Output Area E00148136 (shared with 9 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 2BS. The average age is 45.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.5%
Asian / British Asian0.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed1.4%

Economic Activity

41%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 1%
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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

Semi-Detached

£ 299,375

2 sales · Mean £ 299,375

Detached

£ 358,000

3 sales · Mean £ 385,166

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

BS26 2BS has low crime rates — 21 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 offences15
Anti-social behaviour6
Vehicle crime4
Public order3
Criminal damage and arson2

school Local Schools

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Axbridge Church of England First School Academy

Good187 pupils0.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • St Michaels Parsonage0.7 km
  • Compton House0.9 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Axbridge Pharmacy0.3 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Lamb Inn0.3 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

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

1 nearby
  • The Co-Operative0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Worle10.3 km
  • Weston Milton11.3 km
  • Yatton11.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Parkfield Road0.1 km
  • Parkfield Road0.1 km
  • Sedgemoor North Slinky - Axbridge DRT0.3 km
  • Town Hall0.3 km
  • Town Hall0.3 km