BA11 4JA is a mixed residential area on Portland Road, 0.5km from Gould's Ground in Frome. Administratively it sits within Frome West ward and the Somerton and Frome constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. The 39 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 60% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 55 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Prices average £660k.
Census 2021 statistics for BA11 4JA are sourced from Output Area E00147906 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PORTLAND ROAD, BA11 4JA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PORTLAND ROAD, BA11 4JA.
345
39
£ 41,200 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BA11 4JA 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
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, BA11 4JA combines high owner-occupation (60%), strong property values (£660k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Crime rates in this specific area are moderate. Property prices average £660k.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BA11 4JA. The average age is 39.2. 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 balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 550,000
2 sales · Mean £ 550,000
Terraced
£ 210,000
1 sales · Mean £ 210,000
Semi-Detached
£ 245,000
1 sales · Mean £ 245,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around BA11 4JA is moderate at 55 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
Oakfield Academy
Avanti Park School
Vallis First School
Critchill Special School
Trinity Church of England First School
St Louis Catholic Primary School, Frome
St John's Church of England Voluntary Aided First School, Frome
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
19 nearby- Crown Inn1.0 km
- Archangel0.8 km
- COOP Kitchen0.4 km
- Just Ales Part 20.7 km
- Lamb and Fountain Inn0.5 km
- + 14 more
Takeaway Shop
14 nearby- Domino's Pizza0.8 km
- Happy Valley0.8 km
- Improve with Food0.7 km
- Kingfisher Fish Bar0.3 km
- Mikes Kitchen0.3 km
- + 9 more
Retailers - Other
27 nearby- Choc et al Ltd0.8 km
- Eden Rose Beauty0.8 km
- Farmers Market0.8 km
- Frome Country Market0.8 km
- Frome Wholefoods0.8 km
- + 22 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Rook Lane House Bed and Breakfast0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
30 nearby- Castello0.7 km
- Cordero Lounge0.8 km
- Grain Hospitality0.8 km
- Made at Nest0.8 km
- Market Cross Cafe0.7 km
- + 25 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Iceland0.8 km
- Marks & Spencer Simply Foods0.9 km
- The Southern Co-Operative Ltd0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Frome1.7 km
- Dilton Marsh8.9 km
- Westbury10.1 km
Bus Stops
- Portland Road0.1 km
- Portland Road0.1 km
- Broadway0.2 km
- Broadway0.2 km
- Police Station0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BA114JA · Data under Open Government Licence