Postcode Analysis Sedgemoor, South West

ORCHARD ROAD, BS26 2DB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ORCHARD ROAD, BS26 2DB.

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

274

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 49,900 /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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6/10
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8/10
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3/10
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6/10
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4/10
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4/10
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2/10
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4/10
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6/10
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Area Character

With 40% social renting, BS26 2DB is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Low crime and a young population give this estate more upside than first impressions suggest.

home £296,266 median price shield Safety 6/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BS26 2DB is a safe, established residential area on Orchard Road, 0.4km from Axbridge in Axbridge. Administratively it sits within Cheddar ward and the Wells constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, BS26 2DB is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 39 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 40% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £296k.

Census 2021 statistics for BS26 2DB are sourced from Output Area E00148132 (shared with 4 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 2DB. The average age is 39.3. 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 Asian1.1%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.4%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 245,000

4 sales · Mean £ 218,825

Terraced

£ 301,750

2 sales · Mean £ 301,750

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

BS26 2DB has low crime rates — 20 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 offences14
Anti-social behaviour5
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 House1.0 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Axbridge Pharmacy0.4 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Lamb Inn0.4 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Ripley's Antiques & Vintage0.4 km
  • The Almshouse Tea Shop0.4 km
  • The Oakhouse Hotel & Restaurant0.4 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • The Co-Operative0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Worle10.5 km
  • Weston Milton11.4 km
  • Yatton11.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Parkfield Road0.1 km
  • Parkfield Road0.2 km
  • Sedgemoor North Slinky - Axbridge DRT0.3 km
  • Town Hall0.4 km
  • Town Hall0.4 km