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About Holly Brook
Holly Brook is a small locality situated in Somerset, England, within the BA5 postcode area. This area is characterised by its rural landscape, featuring fields and woodlands typical of the English countryside. The community is primarily residential, with a mix of modern homes and traditional properties, offering a peaceful environment for its residents.
The surrounding region provides opportunities for outdoor activities, including walking and cycling along local paths. Nearby towns and villages offer additional amenities and services, making Holly Brook a convenient place to live while enjoying the benefits of rural life. The locality is well-connected to larger urban centres, allowing for easy access to shops, schools, and other facilities.
School Ratings in Holly Brook
There are 18 schools in and around Holly Brook. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Holly Brook
The average property price is £372K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £515K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Holly Brook
Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Holly Brook, with 12 recorded incidents in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Holly Brook
Holly Brook sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.
Local Data for Holly Brook
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Property Prices 3,333 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the BA5 postcode area.
Household Income in Holly Brook ONS 2023
The average total household income in Holly Brook is approximately £53,293 a year before tax, 4% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £40,118. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £40,118.
Businesses in Holly Brook ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,020 active businesses based in Holly Brook, around 55 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 88% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 19 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Holly Brook IMD 2025
Holly Brook 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 Holly Brook 69 crimes · May 2026
Holly Brook 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.
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Holly Brook
Of the 8,481 households in and around Holly Brook, 72% are owned, 11% are socially rented and 18% 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 Holly Brook.