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About Breach
Breach is a small settlement located in Somerset, within the BS39 postcode area of England. It lies in a rural part of the county, surrounded by open countryside and agricultural land. The area is characterised by its quiet, peaceful environment, with scattered houses and farmsteads typical of the Somerset landscape. While not a large community, Breach offers a sense of tranquillity and connection to the local countryside. The surrounding fields and hedgerows provide a natural setting, and the village is accessible via minor roads that link it to nearby towns and villages. It is a place where life moves at a slower pace, with a strong sense of local identity and community.
School Ratings in Breach
There are 39 schools in and around Breach. A further 2 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Breach
The average property price is £362K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £492K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Breach
Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Criminal damage & arson is prevalent across Breach, with 5 recorded incidents in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Breach
Breach sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are strong, with low rates of working-age exclusion from the labour market. Household incomes are generally above the national average.
Healthcare in Breach
There are 2 GP surgeries within three miles of Breach, the nearest being St. Mary's Surgery (2.8 miles away).
Local Data for Breach
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Property Prices 2,127 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the BS39 postcode area.
Household Income in Breach ONS 2023
The average total household income in Breach is approximately £60,003 a year before tax, 9% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £43,685. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £43,685.
Businesses in Breach ONS 2025
There are approximately 819 active businesses based in Breach, around 49 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 89% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 13 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Breach IMD 2025
Breach sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.
Crime in Breach 31 crimes · May 2026
Breach records relatively low levels of reported crime compared to national averages. Violence & sexual offences is the most commonly logged offence type, though overall numbers remain modest. The area is generally considered a safe and settled small town with a strong sense of community.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Breach
Of the 6,682 households in and around Breach, 78% are owned, 11% are socially rented and 11% 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 Breach.