Bere Lane is in Glastonbury and in Somerset district. BA6 8BE is located in the Glastonbury electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wells. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bere Lane, Glastonbury, BA6 8BE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BA6 8BB, BA6 8DU, BA6 8DT, BA6 8RR, BA6 8AP, BA6 8DQ, BA6 8DW, BA6 8BD, BA6 8DL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BA6 8BE has a slightly higher male population, with 50.5% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.9% | 49.5% | 0.6% | 51.0% | -1.5% |
| Male | 51.1% | 50.5% | -0.6% | 49.0% | 1.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 33.2% | 27.3% | -5.9% | 37.9% | -10.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.9% | 46.1% | -0.8% | 44.2% | 1.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 4.5% | 2.7% | 2.2% | 2.3% |
| Divorced | 14.1% | 14.7% | 0.6% | 9.1% | 5.6% |
| Widowed | 3.6% | 6.5% | 2.9% | 6.1% | 0.4% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 50.2% | 43% | -7.2% | 48.4% | -5.4% |
| Good health | 35.1% | 31.3% | -3.8% | 33.6% | -2.3% |
| Fair health | 11.7% | 19.1% | 7.4% | 12.7% | 6.4% |
| Bad health | 2.4% | 6.3% | 3.9% | 4.0% | 2.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.4% | -0.2% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13% | 15.6% | 2.6% | 18.2% | -2.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.7% | 7.4% | -6.3% | 9.6% | -2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.2% | 13.9% | -2.3% | 13.4% | 0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 4.1% | 1.6% | 5.3% | -1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.4% | 17.6% | 3.2% | 16.9% | 0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 35% | 38.9% | 3.9% | 33.8% | 5.1% |
| Other | 5.1% | 2.5% | -2.6% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.8% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Other Black | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 97.6% | 97.8% | 0.2% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
In this area, 94.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.3% | 94.5% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| European Union | 2.7% | 4% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 1.1% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.8% | 94.9% | 2.1% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 4% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -5.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.9% | 0% | -3.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.2% | 76.7% | 4.5% |
| Ireland | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| No passport held | 15.5% | 13.5% | 2.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41% | 37.2% | 3.8% |
| Christian | 46.5% | 46.2% | 0.3% |
| Buddhist | 2.2% | 0.5% | 1.7% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 2.6% | 0.6% | 2.0% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bere Lane was 81.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 46.4% lower than the Glastonbury average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bere Lane has the 16th highest crime rate of 53 local areas in Glastonbury and the 561st highest crime rate of 1,848 local areas in Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 58.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -65.4%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 73% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 91 Bere Lane, Glastonbury, Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2024-04-04 | £344,403 |
| 87 Bere Lane, Glastonbury, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2023-02-10 | £405,231 |
| 75 Bere Lane, Glastonbury, Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2022-11-25 | £269,310 |
| 99 Bere Lane, Glastonbury, Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £423,000 | 2021-11-18 | £469,266 |
| 69 Bere Lane, Glastonbury, Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2021-01-18 | £291,667 |
BA6 8BE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in BA6 8BE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 91 |
| Full-Time Employee | 58 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Other | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Education | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Infants School High Street , BA6 9DR | 3out of 4 | 455 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Benedict's Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior School Benedict Street , BA6 9EX | 3out of 4 | 556 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Elmhurst Junior School Elmhurst Lane , BA16 0HH | 2out of 4 | 2,699 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hindhayes Infant School Leigh Road , BA16 0HB | 3out of 4 | 3,104 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brookside Community Primary School Brooks Road , BA16 0PR | 3out of 4 | 4,356 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Dunstan's School Wells Road , BA6 9BY | 3out of 4 | 1,031 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Crispin School Academy Church Road , BA16 0AD | 3out of 4 | 2,261 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Strode College Church Road , BA16 0AB | - not rated | 2,292 yd | Further education | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tor School Beckery New Road , BA6 9NS | 3out of 4 | 1,372 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Millfield Preparatory School Edgarley Hall , BA6 8LD | - not rated | 1,985 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Millfield School Butleigh Road , BA16 0YD | - not rated | 2,861 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Avalon School Brooks Road , BA16 0PS | 3out of 4 | 4,467 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grain Store Cafe | Somerset Rural Life Museum, Abbey Farm | 265 yd | |
| Elaichi Tandoori | 62 High Street | 466 yd | |
| Hundred Monkeys | 52 High Street | 473 yd | |
| Coffee Zero | 42 High Street | 483 yd | |
| Vintrotique Collectable and Tea Room | 67 High Street | 492 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avalon Constitutional Club | 50 High Street | 459 yd | |
| Town Hall | Magdalene Street | 490 yd | |
| Beckets Inn | Beckets Inn, 43 High Street | 490 yd | |
| The Market House | The Market House Inn, 12-14 Magdalene Street | 524 yd | |
| George & Pilgrims | The George And Pilgrims Hotel, 1 High Street | 565 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oriental Chef | 76 High Street | 452 yd | |
| Peking Palace | 61 High Street | 488 yd | |
| Stockers | 57 High Street | 489 yd | |
| Glastonbury Community Fridge | Town Hall, Magdalene Street | 490 yd | |
| The Tor Takeaway | 22 Magdalene Street | 499 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Food | 32-34 High Street | 484 yd | |
| Morrisons | Morrisons Supermarket, Street Road | 593 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Tor Sports And Leisure Centre DRILL HALL COTTAGE DRILL HALL COTTAGE STREET ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 842 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 43.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 46 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.37 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.37 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.