Postcode Analysis Sedgemoor, South West

MAPLE DRIVE, TA8 1DQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MAPLE DRIVE, TA8 1DQ.

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

281

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Avg Age

70

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Avg Income

£ 38,600 /yr

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Employed

18%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: TA8 1DQ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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2/10
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6/10
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4/10
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2/10
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6/10
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2/10
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7/10
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9/10
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1/10
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Area Character

Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 85% owner-occupation and an average age of 70, TA8 1DQ is established retirement territory. Moderate crime is broadly acceptable given the residential nature here (avg age: 70). Property prices are trending up 5.2% year-on-year.

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

TA8 1DQ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Maple Drive in Burnham-on-Sea. Administratively it sits within Burnham on Sea North ward and the Wells constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. The daytime character shifts — low density wholesale and retail in mostly white areas, often on urban fringe or close to transport nodes. Average age 70 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 85% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 76 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £283k, up 5.2% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for TA8 1DQ are sourced from Output Area E00148320 (shared with 10 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 TA8 1DQ. The average age is 70.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.3%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.7%

Economic Activity

18%Active
FT: 8%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 281,500

12 sales · Mean £ 283,166

Semi-Detached

£ 259,950

5 sales · Mean £ 249,880

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

Crime around TA8 1DQ is moderate at 76 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 offences94
Anti-social behaviour77
Public order30
Shoplifting29
Criminal damage and arson21

school Local Schools

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St Joseph's Catholic Primary and Nursery School

Outstanding0.3 km
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St Andrew's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School

Good331 pupils0.6 km
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The King Alfred School an Academy

Good1309 pupils0.8 km
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Burnham-On-Sea Community Infant School

Requires Improvement221 pupils1.2 km
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Churchfield Church School

Good469 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

18 nearby
  • Bargain Booze0.6 km
  • Kyffins0.7 km
  • Ming Emporium0.8 km
  • Rontec0.7 km
  • Sugar Rush0.7 km
  • + 13 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Royal Clarence Hotel0.7 km
  • The Victoria Hotel0.7 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

14 nearby
  • Dunstan House Inn0.8 km
  • Railway Hotel0.6 km
  • Ritz Cinema0.8 km
  • Ritz Social Club0.8 km
  • Royal British Legion0.7 km
  • + 9 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

26 nearby
  • BOS Cafe0.6 km
  • Burnham on Sea War Memorial Hospital0.9 km
  • Cafe Beans0.6 km
  • Chandni0.6 km
  • Chatterbox0.7 km
  • + 21 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Tesco0.9 km
  • B&M0.4 km
  • Lidl0.6 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

18 nearby
  • Battered Fryer0.7 km
  • Del Mondo Pizza0.6 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.8 km
  • Just Desserts0.7 km
  • Kebab Kitchen0.6 km
  • + 13 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Highbridge & Burnham2.2 km
  • Bridgwater11.5 km
  • Weston-Super-Mare12.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Holiday Village0.1 km
  • Holiday Village0.1 km
  • Burnham Haven Holiday Centre0.2 km
  • Catholic Church0.2 km
  • St Josephs School0.3 km