BA11 1AL is a mixed residential area located 0.1km from Frome in Frome. Administratively it sits within Frome North ward and the Somerton and Frome constituency.
For families considering a move, BA11 1AL represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 74% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 101 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below.
Census 2021 statistics for BA11 1AL are sourced from Output Area E00165856 (shared with 17 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BA11 1AL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BA11 1AL.
285
44
£ 41,200 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BA11 1AL represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
BA11 1AL is a mixed residential postcode — average age 44, 74% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Young average age (44) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BA11 1AL. The average age is 43.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around BA11 1AL is above average at 101 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Vallis First School
St Louis Catholic Primary School, Frome
St John's Church of England Voluntary Aided First School, Frome
Avanti Park School
Oakfield Academy
Selwood Academy
Hayesdown First School
Christ Church First School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
33 nearby- The Seedery0.6 km
- Platform 10.9 km
- Castello0.2 km
- Cordero Lounge0.0 km
- Grain Hospitality0.1 km
- + 28 more
Retailers - Other
37 nearby- Alfreds Bread Ltd0.9 km
- Portway Post Office0.5 km
- Somerset Mushroom Co1.0 km
- B & M0.9 km
- Choc et al Ltd0.1 km
- + 32 more
Pub, NightClub
19 nearby- Crown Inn0.7 km
- Archangel0.1 km
- COOP Kitchen0.4 km
- Just Ales Part 20.2 km
- Lamb and Fountain Inn0.3 km
- + 14 more
Takeaway Shop
18 nearby- Domino's Pizza0.5 km
- Happy Valley0.5 km
- Golden Inn0.8 km
- Improve with Food0.2 km
- Kingfisher Fish Bar0.5 km
- + 13 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Rook Lane House Bed and Breakfast0.4 km
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Lidl0.4 km
- The Southern Co-Operative Ltd0.5 km
- Iceland0.1 km
- Marks & Spencer Simply Foods0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Frome1.0 km
- Dilton Marsh8.1 km
- Westbury9.3 km
Bus Stops
- Market Place0.0 km
- Market Place0.1 km
- Car Park0.1 km
- Mendip East Slinky - Frome destination DRT0.2 km
- Mendip East Slinky - Frome DRT0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BA111AL · Data under Open Government Licence