BA9 8BJ is a safe, established residential area located 0.5km from Verrington in South Somerset. Administratively it sits within Wincanton & Bruton ward and the Somerton and Frome constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in BA9, BA9 8BJ offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 45) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 71% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 3 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £625k.
Census 2021 statistics for BA9 8BJ are sourced from Output Area E00148848 (shared with 26 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BA9 8BJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BA9 8BJ.
463
45
£ 48,800 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
BA9 8BJ is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £625k, 71% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £625k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BA9 8BJ. The average age is 45.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 597,500
2 sales · Mean £ 597,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
BA9 8BJ has low crime rates — 3 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Primary
King Arthur's School
Wincanton Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- On The Corner0.9 km
- The Lemon Tree Deli Limited0.9 km
- Wincanton Fruit and Veg0.9 km
- ANDREW BARCLAY BUTCHERS LTD0.9 km
- Shop at No 41.0 km
- + 3 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Seed Cafe T/A The Hub at No.30.9 km
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- The Millers Inn1.0 km
- The Wagtail0.3 km
- Uncle Toms Cabin0.9 km
- Wincanton Masonic Club1.0 km
- Mill Street Social Club0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
9 nearby- Bootmakers0.9 km
- Cafe Central0.9 km
- Hooga.Coffee/The Small Cake Shop0.9 km
- Otter Nurseries of Wincanton & Restaurant1.0 km
- Wincanton Racecourse0.0 km
- + 4 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-op0.9 km
- Coles Yard0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Marmaris Kebab1.0 km
- Pizza Palace1.0 km
- Summer Palace Chinese Takeaway0.9 km
- Sushi in the Stix0.9 km
- Wincanton Kebab & Pizza House0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bruton5.7 km
- Templecombe7.0 km
- Castle Cary8.5 km
Bus Stops
- Wincanton Racecourse0.2 km
- Wincanton Racecourse0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BA98BJ · Data under Open Government Licence