Is BA11 5LQ a safe place to live?

Yes, BA11 5LQ is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 3 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in BA11 5LQ?

The average property price in BA11 5LQ is currently around £1.3M.

What is the population of BA11 5LQ?

The population for the BA11 5LQ area is approximately 279 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Mendip, South West

BA11 5LQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BA11 5LQ.

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Population

279

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 49,900 /yr

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Employed

54%

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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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9/10

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7/10

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1/10

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9/10

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3/10

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7/10

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2/10

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7/10

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9/10

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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, BA11 5LQ combines high owner-occupation (75%), strong property values (£1.3M median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £1.3M prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BA11 5LQ is a safe, established residential area located 0.3km from East Woodlands in Mendip. Administratively it sits within Frome West ward and the Somerton and Frome constituency.

For serious buyers, BA11 5LQ is a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 75% 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 £1.3M.

Census 2021 statistics for BA11 5LQ are sourced from Output Area E00147960 (shared with 20 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 5LQ. The average age is 46.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.1%

Asian / British Asian0.7%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed2.2%

Economic Activity

54%Active

FT: 34%

Unemployed: 0%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 1,288,000

4 sales · Mean £ 1,369,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-10)

BA11 5LQ has low crime rates — 3 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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train Transport Links

Train Stations

Frome3.5 km
Warminster8.7 km
Dilton Marsh8.8 km