Postcode Analysis Mendip, South West

MENDIP DRIVE, BA11 2HS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MENDIP DRIVE, BA11 2HS.

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Population

279

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Avg Age

52

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Avg Income

£ 49,700 /yr

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Employed

41%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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4/10
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9/10
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4/10
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4/10
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2/10
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7/10
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9/10
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10/10
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4/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. BA11 2HS's low deprivation rank, 94% ownership, and £509k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £509k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold. Property prices are trending down 29.8% year-on-year.

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

BA11 2HS is a sought-after residential area on Mendip Drive, 0.5km from Fromefield in Frome. Administratively it sits within Frome North ward and the Somerton and Frome constituency.

For serious buyers, BA11 2HS is a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. During the day, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 52) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 94% 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 39 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £509k, down 29.8% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for BA11 2HS are sourced from Output Area E00147859 (shared with 10 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 2HS. The average age is 52.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.2%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed1.4%

Economic Activity

41%Active
FT: 27%
Unemployed: 2%
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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

Semi-Detached

£ 407,000

3 sales · Mean £ 395,666

Detached

£ 425,000

5 sales · Mean £ 461,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

BA11 2HS has low crime rates — 39 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Shoplifting42
Violence and sexual offences21
Anti-social behaviour11
Public order10
Criminal damage and arson8

school Local Schools

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Frome Community College

Good1267 pupils0.2 km
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Selwood Academy

Good620 pupils0.8 km
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St Louis Catholic Primary School, Frome

Good181 pupils1.1 km
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Hayesdown First School

Good295 pupils1.2 km
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Vallis First School

Good228 pupils1.2 km
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St John's Church of England Voluntary Aided First School, Frome

Good275 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • The Cooperative Fromefield0.5 km
  • Johns Bees0.7 km
  • Wessex Retail Limited - Spar0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • China Capital0.5 km
  • Codswallop0.8 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Frome Rugby Club0.7 km
  • Frome Cricket Club0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Frome1.6 km
  • Dilton Marsh7.5 km
  • Westbury8.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Grange Road0.1 km
  • Grange Road0.1 km
  • Grange Road0.1 km
  • Frome College0.2 km
  • Meadow Road0.2 km