Postcode Analysis South Somerset, South West

THE BARLEY YARD, TA18 7BQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE BARLEY YARD, TA18 7BQ.

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Population

416

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Avg Age

48

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Avg Income

£ 40,900 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: TA18 7BQ represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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8/10
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4/10
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2/10
workEmployment
5/10
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3/10
paymentsAffluence
4/10
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3/10
homeHome Ownership
7/10
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4/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates TA18 7BQ — age 48, 75% ownership, 16% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 16.9% year-on-year.

home £135,000 median price shield Safety 8/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

TA18 7BQ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on The Barley Yard, 0.2km from Fairy Hill in Crewkerne. Administratively it sits within Crewkerne ward and the Yeovil constituency.

For families considering a move, TA18 7BQ represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a town fringe countryside character: mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. At 48 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 75% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £135k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 16.9% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for TA18 7BQ are sourced from Output Area E00148651 (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 TA18 7BQ. The average age is 48.5. 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 Asian1.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.4%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 30%
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.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 123,500

20 sales · Mean £ 124,010

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

TA18 7BQ 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 offences15
Anti-social behaviour11
Public order10
Burglary3
Criminal damage and arson3

school Local Schools

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Ashlands Church of England Primary School

Good118 pupils0.5 km
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Wadham School

Good466 pupils0.8 km
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St Bartholomew's Church of England Primary School

Good176 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

8 nearby
  • Barrett Bros0.8 km
  • Crewkerne Cards0.8 km
  • Crewkerne Market - Wednesday0.6 km
  • Dailyz Tech0.7 km
  • Fruits of the Town0.8 km
  • + 3 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • Active Learning & Skills - Community Interest Company0.9 km
  • Crewkerne Conservative Club0.8 km
  • Oscars Wine Bar0.7 km
  • Parrett & Axe Masonic Club0.8 km
  • The Crooked Swan0.7 km
  • + 2 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Avalon Healing0.7 km
  • Bar5/Cantina0.7 km
  • Bilby's Coffee Shop and the Burger Shed0.8 km
  • Costa Coffee0.8 km
  • Little Bears Play Cafe0.6 km
  • + 3 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Waitrose0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • Crewkerne Fish & Chips0.9 km
  • Crewkerne Kebab & Pizza House0.9 km
  • Golden River Restaurant0.6 km
  • Mortimers Bakery Ltd0.8 km
  • Mrs B's Son Ltd0.7 km
  • + 2 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Crewkerne2.3 km
  • Yeovil12.7 km
  • Yeovil Junction13.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Bincombe Close0.3 km
  • Bincombe Drive0.3 km
  • Laburnham Crescent0.5 km
  • Laburnham Crescent0.5 km