BA9 8BR is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.9km from Rickhayes in Wincanton. Administratively it sits within Wincanton & Bruton ward and the Somerton and Frome constituency.
For families considering a move, BA9 8BR represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. By day, the area transitions to a large scale education character: large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. At 51 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 79% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for BA9 8BR are sourced from Output Area E00148889 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BA9 8BR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BA9 8BR.
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
No single demographic signal dominates BA9 8BR — age 51, 79% ownership, 20% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BA9 8BR. 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
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
BA9 8BR has low crime rates — 14 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
King Arthur's School
Wincanton Primary School
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Primary
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Andrew Barclay Butchers Ltd0.7 km
- Sweetlove Confectionary0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Cale Park Kitchen0.9 km
- KFC0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Templecombe6.0 km
- Bruton6.5 km
- Castle Cary8.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BA98BR · Data under Open Government Licence