Postcode Analysis South Somerset, South West

MOUNT PLEASANT, BA9 8AT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MOUNT PLEASANT, BA9 8AT.

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

264

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Avg Age

48

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Avg Income

£ 45,400 /yr

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Employed

44%

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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9/10
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9/10
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3/10
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7/10
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3/10
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7/10
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1/10
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8/10
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2/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates BA9 8AT — age 48, 83% ownership, 11% 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 · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BA9 8AT is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Mount Pleasant, 0.4km from Higher Holton in South Somerset. Administratively it sits within Blackmoor Vale ward and the Somerton and Frome constituency.

For families considering a move, BA9 8AT represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 48 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 83% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £285k.

Census 2021 statistics for BA9 8AT are sourced from Output Area E00148517 (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 BA9 8AT. The average age is 48.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.8%
Asian / British Asian1.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed2.3%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 0%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 247,500

2 sales · Mean £ 247,500

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

BA9 8AT has low crime rates — 11 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are burglary and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Burglary2
Criminal damage and arson1

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Old Inn0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Templecombe5.2 km
  • Bruton7.7 km
  • Castle Cary8.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Holton Crossroads0.2 km
  • Holton Crossroads0.2 km