Postcode Analysis South Somerset, South West

OLD BELL CLOSE, TA16 5NU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OLD BELL CLOSE, TA16 5NU.

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

324

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Avg Age

52

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Avg Income

£ 46,400 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: TA16 5NU is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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10/10
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5/10
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1/10
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4/10
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4/10
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8/10
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2/10
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7/10
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3/10
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Area Character

TA16 5NU is a mixed residential postcode — average age 52, 76% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

TA16 5NU is a sought-after residential area on Old Bell Close, 0.1km from Merriottsford in Merriott. Administratively it sits within South Petherton & Islemoor ward and the Yeovil constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in TA16, TA16 5NU offers a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 52) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 76% 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 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for TA16 5NU are sourced from Output Area E00148694 (shared with 24 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 TA16 5NU. The average age is 51.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.3%
Asian / British Asian1.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed1.5%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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

TA16 5NU has low crime rates — 18 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences16
Other theft11
Anti-social behaviour5
Criminal damage and arson5
Vehicle crime1

school Local Schools

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Merriott Primary School

Good108 pupils0.7 km

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Manor Farm Farm Shop and Egg Packer0.5 km
  • Merriott Service Station (formerly Broadway Service Station)0.5 km
  • Merriott Squash Club0.5 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Merriott Social Club0.5 km
  • The Kings Head0.7 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • The Feed Station0.7 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-op0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Crewkerne3.8 km
  • Yeovil11.8 km
  • Yeovil Junction12.8 km

Bus Stops

  • The Old Chapel0.1 km
  • Langdons Cottage0.1 km
  • Broadway Stores0.1 km
  • Boadway Stores0.1 km