BA11 3LA is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.6km from Lower Whatley 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 3LA offers a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 50) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 76% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 54 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Prices average £580k.
Census 2021 statistics for BA11 3LA are sourced from Output Area E00147962 (shared with 18 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BA11 3LA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BA11 3LA.
277
50
£ 49,900 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BA11 3LA 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.
Area Character
BA11 3LA is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £580k, 76% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BA11 3LA. 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
Economic Activity
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
£ 352,500
4 sales · Mean £ 347,500
Terraced
£ 650,000
1 sales · Mean £ 650,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around BA11 3LA is moderate at 54 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Frome4.8 km
- Dilton Marsh12.2 km
- Westbury13.3 km
Bus Stops
- Summerfield Farm0.3 km
- Summerfield Farm0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: BA113LA · Data under Open Government Licence