BA9 8DA is a safe, established residential area located 0.1km from Bratton Seymour in South Somerset. Administratively it sits within Wincanton & Bruton ward and the Somerton and Frome constituency.
For families considering a move, BA9 8DA represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a accessible countryside character: higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. An average age of 41 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 61% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 31 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £170k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for BA9 8DA are sourced from Output Area E00148846 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BA9 8DA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BA9 8DA.
127
41
£ 48,800 /yr
56%
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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 61% owner-occupation and average age 41, BA9 8DA has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £170k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BA9 8DA. The average age is 41.3. 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
Flat
£ 170,000
3 sales · Mean £ 163,333
Detached
£ 482,500
2 sales · Mean £ 482,500
Semi-Detached
£ 420,000
1 sales · Mean £ 420,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-12)
BA9 8DA has low crime rates — 31 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are burglary and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bruton5.0 km
- Castle Cary5.4 km
- Templecombe8.1 km
Bus Stops
- Church Walk0.1 km
- Church Walk0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: BA98DA · Data under Open Government Licence