BA11 1AY is a mixed residential area located 0.3km from Frome in Frome. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Frome East ward and the Somerton and Frome constituency.
Within the BA11 district, this postcode is characterised by a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 49 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 96 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below.
Census 2021 statistics for BA11 1AY are sourced from Output Area E00147849 (shared with 21 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BA11 1AY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BA11 1AY.
348
49
£ 44,400 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BA11 1AY is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 69% owner-occupation and average age 49, BA11 1AY has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BA11 1AY. The average age is 48.7. 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 mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around BA11 1AY is above average at 96 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 John's Church of England Voluntary Aided First School, Frome
St Louis Catholic Primary School, Frome
Avanti Park School
Selwood Academy
Hayesdown First School
Frome Community College
Oakfield Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
33 nearby- The Seedery0.5 km
- Platform 10.8 km
- Castello0.3 km
- Cordero Lounge0.2 km
- Grain Hospitality0.1 km
- + 28 more
Retailers - Other
36 nearby- Alfreds Bread Ltd0.8 km
- Portway Post Office0.5 km
- B & M0.8 km
- Choc et al Ltd0.3 km
- Eden Rose Beauty0.2 km
- + 31 more
Pub, NightClub
19 nearby- Crown Inn0.8 km
- Archangel0.2 km
- COOP Kitchen0.6 km
- Just Ales Part 20.3 km
- Lamb and Fountain Inn0.5 km
- + 14 more
Takeaway Shop
18 nearby- Domino's Pizza0.6 km
- Happy Valley0.6 km
- Golden Inn0.7 km
- Improve with Food0.4 km
- Kingfisher Fish Bar0.6 km
- + 13 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Rook Lane House Bed and Breakfast0.5 km
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Lidl0.4 km
- The Southern Co-Operative Ltd0.7 km
- Iceland0.2 km
- Marks & Spencer Simply Foods0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Frome0.9 km
- Dilton Marsh8.0 km
- Westbury9.2 km
Bus Stops
- North Hill House0.2 km
- North Hill House0.2 km
- Market Place0.2 km
- Car Park0.2 km
- Market Place0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BA111AY · Data under Open Government Licence