BA9 8BN is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.1km from Verrington 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 8BN offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. Outside of residential hours, large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. The 51 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 79% 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 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £700k.
Census 2021 statistics for BA9 8BN are sourced from Output Area E00148889 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BA9 8BN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BA9 8BN.
312
51
£ 45,400 /yr
45%
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.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. BA9 8BN's low deprivation rank, 79% ownership, and £700k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. 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 BA9 8BN. The average age is 51.2. 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
£ 577,000
8 sales · Mean £ 568,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BA9 8BN has low crime rates — 15 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
King Arthur's School
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Primary
Wincanton Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Marmaris Kebab1.0 km
- Lotus House Takeaway0.9 km
- Pizza Palace0.8 km
- Summer Palace Chinese Takeaway0.9 km
- Sushi in the Stix0.9 km
- + 1 more
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- ANDREW BARCLAY BUTCHERS LTD0.9 km
- Shop at No 40.8 km
- Somerset Farmers Markets0.8 km
- Wincanton Post Office0.8 km
- On The Corner0.9 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Mill Street Social Club0.7 km
- The Nog Inn0.9 km
- The Millers Inn0.7 km
- The Wagtail0.3 km
- Uncle Toms Cabin0.9 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Cale Park Kitchen0.6 km
- Number Sixteen0.9 km
- Pizza and Grill Bar Wincanton Ltd0.9 km
- The Lovington Bakery0.8 km
- Bootmakers0.8 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Coles Yard0.9 km
- Co-op0.9 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Seed Cafe T/A The Hub at No.30.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bruton6.0 km
- Templecombe6.6 km
- Castle Cary8.4 km
Bus Stops
- Verrington Hospital0.2 km
- Springfield Road0.2 km
- Springfield Road0.2 km
- Football Lane0.5 km
- The Mount0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: BA98BN · Data under Open Government Licence