Postcode Analysis Mendip, South West

BLACK LANE, BA11 3LQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BLACK LANE, BA11 3LQ.

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Population

277

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Avg Age

50

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Avg Income

£ 49,900 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: BA11 3LQ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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6/10
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8/10
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1/10
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3/10
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2/10
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8/10
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1/10
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7/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, BA11 3LQ combines high owner-occupation (76%), strong property values (£560k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address. Property prices are trending up 45.5% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BA11 3LQ is a mixed residential area on Black Lane, 0.3km from Chantry in Mendip. Administratively it sits within Frome West ward and the Somerton and Frome constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in BA11, BA11 3LQ offers a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 50 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 76% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Property: Prices average £560k, up 45.5% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for BA11 3LQ are sourced from Output Area E00147962 (shared with 18 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BA11 3LQ. The average age is 49.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.9%
Asian / British Asian0.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 560,000

1 sales · Mean £ 560,000

Semi-Detached

£ 385,000

1 sales · Mean £ 385,000

Terraced

£ 240,000

1 sales · Mean £ 240,000

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Frome7.0 km
  • Bruton12.3 km
  • Dilton Marsh14.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Bell View0.1 km
  • Bell View0.1 km