Is BA22 9BP a safe place to live?

Yes, BA22 9BP is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 16 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in BA22 9BP?

The average property price in BA22 9BP is currently around £232k.

What is the population of BA22 9BP?

The population for the BA22 9BP area is approximately 360 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis South Somerset, South West

FONT LANE, BA22 9BP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FONT LANE, BA22 9BP.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

360

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 44,300 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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

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9/10

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6/10

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2/10

workEmployment

8/10

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4/10

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7/10

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2/10

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8/10

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3/10

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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates BA22 9BP — age 44, 82% ownership, 12% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

BA22 9BP is a safe, established residential area on Font Lane, 0.5km from Holywell in South Somerset. Administratively it sits within Coker ward and the Yeovil constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 82% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £232k.

Census 2021 statistics for BA22 9BP are sourced from Output Area E00148649 (shared with 19 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 BA22 9BP. The average age is 44.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.3%

Asian / British Asian0.3%

Black / African / Caribbean2.5%

Other / Mixed1.9%

Economic Activity

52%Active

FT: 37%

Unemployed: 2%

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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 220,000

1 sales · Mean £ 220,000

Semi-Detached

£ 245,000

1 sales · Mean £ 245,000

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

BA22 9BP has low crime rates — 16 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences10

Criminal damage and arson5

Anti-social behaviour3

Possession of weapons1

Public order1

school Local Schools

West Coker CofE VC Primary School

Good26 pupils0.8 km

East Coker Community Primary School

Good237 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby

West Coker Garage Limited0.5 km
West Coker Youth Club0.0 km

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby

Lanes Hotel0.7 km

local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby

The New Inn0.6 km
The Royal George0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Yeovil4.4 km
Yeovil Junction4.8 km
Yeovil Pen Mill5.6 km

Bus Stops

Ruddock Way0.1 km
Ruddock Way0.1 km
Play Area0.2 km
Play Area0.2 km
Font Villas0.2 km