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About Bickenhall
Bickenhall is a small village located in the county of Somerset, in the south-west of England. It lies within the TA3 postcode area and is situated near the border with Gloucestershire. The village is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional and modern homes set along quiet lanes. It is close to the River Avon, which provides a peaceful natural setting for local residents. Bickenhall is part of the civil parish of Cheddar, and the nearby village of Cheddar is known for its limestone caves and cheese production. The area is well-connected by road, with the A37 and A38 providing access to larger towns and cities. The surrounding countryside offers walking opportunities and is typical of the Somerset landscape, with rolling hills and farmland.
School Ratings in Bickenhall
Families in Bickenhall have access to 28 local schools. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Bickenhall
Homes sell for an average of £449K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £501K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bickenhall
Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Bickenhall, with 5 incidents recorded in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Bickenhall
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Bickenhall around the national average for deprivation. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.
Local Data for Bickenhall
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Property Prices 2,050 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the TA3 postcode area.
Household Income in Bickenhall ONS 2023
The average total household income in Bickenhall is approximately £56,128 a year before tax, in line with the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £41,796. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £41,796.
Businesses in Bickenhall ONS 2025
There are approximately 812 active businesses based in Bickenhall, around 51 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 92% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 7 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Bickenhall IMD 2025
Deprivation levels in Bickenhall are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.
Crime in Bickenhall 27 crimes · May 2026
Crime levels in Bickenhall are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure small town where serious incidents remain uncommon.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Bickenhall
Of the 6,840 households in and around Bickenhall, 81% are owned, 7% are socially rented and 12% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Bickenhall.