Postcode Analysis Sedgemoor, South West

KNIGHTSTONE CLOSE, BS26 2DJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for KNIGHTSTONE CLOSE, BS26 2DJ.

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

BS26 2DJ has a significant social housing presence — 40% 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. Property prices are trending down 25.0% year-on-year.

home £243,333 median price shield Safety 6/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

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

An affordable area with active regeneration, BS26 2DJ 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 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £243k, down 25.0% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for BS26 2DJ 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 2DJ. 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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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.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 250,000

6 sales · Mean £ 230,416

Semi-Detached

£ 211,250

4 sales · Mean £ 209,362

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

BS26 2DJ 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 offences14
Anti-social behaviour6
Vehicle crime4
Criminal damage and arson4
Public order3

school Local Schools

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Axbridge Church of England First School Academy

Good187 pupils0.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • St Michaels Parsonage0.9 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

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

Bus Stops

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