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Minehead Outer & Porlock

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About

Minehead Outer & Porlock is a coastal area in Somerset, known for its mix of rugged landscapes and historic charm. The region includes parts of Exmoor National Park, with rolling hills, wooded valleys, and dramatic cliffs along the Bristol Channel. Porlock Weir, a small harbour village, offers a glimpse into traditional coastal life with its stone cottages and pebble beach.

The area is popular for outdoor activities, including walking the South West Coast Path or exploring the ancient oak forests of Horner Wood. Minehead, a nearby town, provides amenities and a sandy beach, while the surrounding countryside remains quiet and unspoiled. The blend of coastal and rural scenery makes this a distinctive part of Somerset.

Area overview

On average Minehead Outer & Porlock has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 87 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 20.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Minehead Outer & Porlock is £39,300 per year. There are 2 schools in Minehead Outer & Porlock: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

5/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

7/10

Income level

2/10

Social housing

20.5%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Minehead Outer & Porlock Population

6,384

Population density

63.4 per km²

Demographics

British

6,014

94.22%

Other White

209

3.27%

Irish

0.61%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.44%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

0.39%

Total population: 6,383

Housing

Owns outright

1,519

50.36%

Other social rented

530

17.57%

Private landlord or letting agency

404

13.4%

Owns with a mortgage

398

13.2%

Other forms of private rent

2.75%

Total households: 3,016

Property prices in Minehead Outer & Porlock

Based on 101 recent sales, the median property price is £305,000 in Minehead Outer & Porlock area, with individual transactions ranging from £101,000 up to £875,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	44	£365,000	£234,375	£305,000	£451,250	£684,250
Flats	5	£165,000	£112,600	£159,000	£167,000	£185,400
Semi-Detached	33	£287,000	£198,000	£235,000	£345,000	£414,000
Terraced	19	£255,000	£182,950	£216,167	£301,750	£381,000

10 years price trend in Minehead Outer & Porlock

All postcodes in Minehead Outer & Porlock

TA246UQ

Shelduck Close

TA246UR

Teal Road

TA248SW

Periton Road

TA248HR

Minehead Outer & Porlock

TA248LW

Minehead Outer & Porlock

TA248ND

High Bank

TA248PS

High Street

TA248PZ

Minehead Outer & Porlock

TA248UE

Abbots Way

TA246TE

Plover Close

TA248JP

Minehead Outer & Porlock

TA248LT

Minehead Outer & Porlock

TA248PF

Worthy Toll Road

TA248QE

Porlock Hill

TA248RY

Porlock Road

TA248TW

Minehead Outer & Porlock

TA246BX

Doone Way

TA246LH

Alcombe Road

TA246UF

Mallard Road

TA248LH

Coach Road

TA248EU

Dunster Steep

TA248HT

High Street

TA248JR

Yearnor Mill Lane

TA248LX

Minehead Outer & Porlock

TA248NQ

Parks View

TA248QS

Chadwyck Close

TA248SZ

Holt Ball Steep

TA246UP

Lapwing Close

TA248AD

Old Farm Road

TA248AG

Millbridge Road

TA248HE

Bossington Lane

TA248HN

Minehead Outer & Porlock

TA248LP

Minehead Outer & Porlock

TA248SB

Higher Orchard

TA248TZ

Ash Grove

TA246UJ

Curlew Close

TA248JS

Minehead Outer & Porlock

TA248JW

Hookway Hill

TA248LB

The Drang

TA248NB

Hawkcombe View

TA248NT

High Bank

TA248PJ

Minehead Outer & Porlock

TA248PQ

Yearnor Mill Lane

TA248PU

High Street

TA248PY

High Street

TA248SH

Dean's Lane

TA248TD

Holt Ball Steep

TA248TL

Minehead Outer & Porlock

TA248LD

Minehead Outer & Porlock

TA248LF

The Drang

TA245HL

Cowdray Road

TA245HN

Cowdray Close

TA246DQ

Combeland Road

TA248DY

Periton Lane

TA248LS

Porlock Hill

TA248NE

Sparkhayes Lane

TA248PE

Minehead Outer & Porlock

TA248SE

Woodcombe Lane

TA248SJ

Greenaleigh Upper Road

TA245HU

Kensington Grove

TA246EY

Shires Close

TA246SX

College Close

TA248EG

Hillview Road

TA248EH

Periton Rise

TA248HJ

Hill Road

TA248JB

Bossington Lane

TA248NF

Furzeland Road

TA248NS

High Bank

TA248PG

Worthy Toll Road

TA248SL

Bratton Lane

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail