BA9 8BL is a safe, established residential area on Bath Terrace, 0.3km from Shadwell in Wincanton. Administratively it sits within Wincanton & Bruton ward and the Somerton and Frome constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in BA9, BA9 8BL offers a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. The daytime character shifts — manufacturing, energy and utilities. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 91% 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 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £368k.
Census 2021 statistics for BA9 8BL are sourced from Output Area E00148891 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BATH TERRACE, BA9 8BL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BATH TERRACE, BA9 8BL.
334
43
£ 45,400 /yr
58%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
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.
Area Character
BA9 8BL is a mixed residential postcode — average age 43, 91% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £368k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BA9 8BL. The average age is 43.4. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 368,000
3 sales · Mean £ 305,333
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BA9 8BL has low crime rates — 24 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Primary
Wincanton Primary School
King Arthur's School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- On The Corner0.5 km
- The Lemon Tree Deli Limited0.5 km
- Wincanton Fruit and Veg0.5 km
- ANDREW BARCLAY BUTCHERS LTD0.5 km
- Shop at No 40.5 km
- + 3 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- The Seed Cafe T/A The Hub at No.30.5 km
- Travelodge Hotels Ltd0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- The Millers Inn0.5 km
- The Wagtail0.3 km
- Uncle Toms Cabin0.5 km
- Wincanton Masonic Club0.5 km
- Mill Street Social Club0.4 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Bootmakers0.5 km
- Cafe Central0.5 km
- Hooga.Coffee/The Small Cake Shop0.5 km
- Wincanton Racecourse0.5 km
- Cale Park Kitchen0.6 km
- + 5 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Co-op0.5 km
- Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited & Petrol Station0.9 km
- Coles Yard0.5 km
- Lidl0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Marmaris Kebab0.6 km
- Lotus House Takeaway0.6 km
- Pizza Palace0.5 km
- Summer Palace Chinese Takeaway0.5 km
- Sushi in the Stix0.5 km
- + 2 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bruton6.2 km
- Templecombe6.5 km
- Castle Cary8.8 km
Bus Stops
- Verrington Hospital0.3 km
- Shadwell Lane0.4 km
- Shadwell Lane0.4 km
- Springfield Road0.4 km
- Market Place0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: BA98BL · Data under Open Government Licence