Postcode Analysis South Somerset, South West

LOPEN ROAD, TA17 8SF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LOPEN ROAD, TA17 8SF.

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

215

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Avg Age

57

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Avg Income

£ 46,400 /yr

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Employed

39%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: TA17 8SF is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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8/10
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4/10
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1/10
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6/10
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3/10
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9/10
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2/10
homeHome Ownership
8/10
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8/10
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Area Character

Average age 57, 82% owned. TA17 8SF is quintessential settled, mature residential territory — long-term residents, quiet streets, minimal rental churn. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character of this neighbourhood.

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

TA17 8SF is a sought-after residential area on Lopen Road, 1.2km from Furland in Hinton St George. Administratively it sits within South Petherton & Islemoor ward and the Yeovil constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in TA17, TA17 8SF offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 57 average age marks this as a deeply established neighbourhood — expect quiet streets, long-term homeowners, and strong community continuity. 82% 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 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £285k.

Census 2021 statistics for TA17 8SF are sourced from Output Area E00148690 (shared with 12 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 TA17 8SF. The average age is 57.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.6%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.4%

Economic Activity

39%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 0%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 285,000

2 sales · Mean £ 285,000

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

TA17 8SF has low crime rates — 22 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 offences5
Anti-social behaviour3
Possession of weapons1
Other theft1

school Local Schools

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Hinton St George Church of England Primary School

Good68 pupils0.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Our Shop0.1 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Lord Poulett Arms0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Crewkerne5.2 km
  • Yeovil13.6 km
  • Yeovil Junction14.8 km

Bus Stops

  • The Crossroads0.1 km
  • The Crossroads0.1 km
  • Gas Lane0.4 km
  • Gas Lane0.4 km