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Mere

About

Mere is a ward located in the southwestern part of Wiltshire, England. It lies near the borders of Somerset and Dorset, surrounded by rolling countryside and the Blackmore Vale. The area is known for its historic market town, Mere, which serves as the focal point of the ward. The town features a mix of traditional stone buildings and local amenities, including shops, pubs, and a weekly market.

The ward includes several smaller villages and hamlets, such as Zeals and Bourton, which contribute to its rural character. The landscape is dominated by farmland, woodlands, and the nearby Mere Down, offering walking trails and scenic views. The ward has strong transport links, with the A303 running nearby, connecting it to larger towns and cities. Mere’s history is reflected in landmarks like St. Michael’s Church and the remains of a medieval castle.

Area overview

On average Mere has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 47 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 13.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Mere is £44,600 per year. There are 2 schools in Mere: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
47
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
13.6%
Connectivity
N/A

All postcodes in Mere

BA126BN

Shaftesbury Road

BA126AS

Chetcombe Road

BA126BD

Southbrook

BA126BZ

Lordsmead Road

BA126DB

Clement's Lane

BA126DG

Pettridge Lane

BA126FE

Castle Street

BA126EW

Springfield Road

BA126FH

Chaddenwick Hill

BA126HG

North Road

BA126HN

Bishops Close

BA126NL

Chapel Lane East

BA126QH

High Street

BA127HR

Coombe Barn Lane

BA126EF

The Fields

BA126ER

Hazzards Hill

BA126JH

Castle Street

BA126PJ

Zeals Rise

BA126LH

Mapperton Hill

BA126NX

Fantley Lane

BA126PE

Portnell's Lane

BA126PG

Chapel Lane East

BA126PQ

Portnell's Lane

BA126QS

Stourton Lane

BA126QT

Butts Lane

BA126RD

Butts Lane

BA126NH

New Road

BA126RG

Church Road

BA126BE

Southbrook Gardens

BA126DR

Angel Lane

BA126ET

Hazzards Hill

BA126JL

Castle Street

BA126BW

Shaftesbury Road

BA126DW

The Square

BA126EB

Steep Street

BA126HH

Manor Road

BA126JU

Woodlands Road

BA126RQ

The Street

BA126AQ

New Close

BA126LT

Bramley Hill

BA126NN

Chapel Lane East

BA126RA

The Old Sawmill

BA127HT

Coombe Barn Lane

BA126DE

Mill Lane

BA126EE

North Road

BA126EX

Queens Road

BA126RT

Fennel Road

BA126FA

Bristle Grove

BA126FB

Castle Street

BA126HU

North Street

BA126JT

Woodlands Road

BA126JP

Bramley Hill

BA126LX

Caddy Lane

BA126NE

Forge Lane

BA126PF

Chapel Lane East

BA126AE

Barrow Street Lane

BA126BH

Shaftesbury Road

BA126DS

Church Street

BA126JX

Bramley Hill

BA126NY

New Road

BA126PH

Mere & East Knoyle

BA126PW

Portnell's Lane

BA126SH

High Street

BA127FG

Mere & East Knoyle

BA126AU

Mere By-Pass

BA126BL

Shaftesbury Road

BA126AG

Chaddenwick Hill

BA126FJ

Clement's Lane

BA126QP

Mere & East Knoyle

BA126QX

New Road

BA126RH

Mere & East Knoyle

BA126BA

Wet Lane

BA126FL

Salmon Street

BA126FP

Woodlands Road

BA126HT

Denes Avenue

BA126JN

Castle Street

BA126JZ

Castle Street

BA126NP

Chapel Lane East

BA126PX

Bonham Lane

BA126QR

Stourton Lane

BA126RW

The Street

BA126AA

Cunnage Lane

BA126AX

Chetcombe Road

BA126AZ

Chetcombe Road

BA126DQ

The Lynch

BA126PD

Mere & East Knoyle

BA126PU

High Street

BA126BR

Chaddenwick Hill

BA126DA

Mill Lane

BA126DH

Angel Lane

BA126DL

North Street

BA126ES

Hazzards Hill

BA126FQ

Woodlands Road

BA126JE

Castle Street

BA126JW

Castle Street

BA126LP

Mere & East Knoyle

BA126PZ

Bonham Lane

BA126BT

Rook Street

BA126BU

Balmoor Close

BA126EP

Queens Road