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Frome West

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About

Frome West ward covers a residential and commercial portion of the town of Frome, positioned on the western side of the River Frome. The area includes a mix of housing estates, local retail centres, and light industrial units, serving the daily needs of its population. Its geography is characterised by slopes rising from the river valley, with streets following the contours of the land. The ward functions as a key part of the town's overall community and economic structure.

A notable local landmark is the former Keyford railway viaduct, a stone structure that now forms part of a pedestrian and cycle path. The area contains several green spaces, including Mary Baily Playing Field, which provides recreational facilities. Educational and healthcare services are present within the ward's boundaries, supporting local residents. The layout reflects the town's historical growth, with newer developments extending toward the western edges of the settlement.

Area overview

On average Frome West has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 154 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 16.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Frome West is £53,506 per year. There are 8 schools in Frome West: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Frome West is home to around 10,558 people, with a population density of about 1,169.8 per km2.

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
154
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
16.4%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Frome West Population
10,558
Population density
1,169.8 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
82.78(+151%)
Anti-social behaviour
28.51(+89%)
Public order
24.34(+269%)
Criminal damage and arson
16.01(+146%)
Shoplifting
14.68(+120%)
South West average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
9,492
89.91%
Other White
559
5.3%
White and Asian (mixed)
90
0.85%
Irish
77
0.73%
Other Asian
71
0.67%
Total population: 10,557

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
2,969
34.65%
No qualifications
1,488
17.37%
Level 3 (A level)
1,459
17.03%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,177
13.74%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
812
9.48%
Total 16+ residents: 8,568

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,526
32.45%
Owns with a mortgage
1,263
26.86%
Private landlord or letting agency
885
18.82%
Other social rented
685
14.57%
Social rents from council
181
3.85%
Total households: 4,702

Property prices in Frome West

Based on 152 recent sales, the median property price is £292,500 in Frome West area, with individual transactions ranging from £65,000 up to £1,130,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Frome West in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Frome West over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached24£459,000
Flats26£174,000
Semi-Detached35£321,500
Terraced67£280,000

10 years median price trend in Frome West

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Frome West.

All postcodes in Frome West

BA114AG

The Butts

BA114JT

Bennett Gardens

BA114PA

Green Lane Close

BA114LB

Nunney Road

BA111AR

The Bridge

BA111BQ

Riverside Terrace

BA111EL

Sheppards Barton

BA113BA

Vallis Way

BA113BQ

Badcox

BA113DR

Button Street

BA113HX

Foundry Barton

BA111BW

Market Place

BA111HA

Wesley Slope

BA113AF

Whatcombe Road

BA113HZ

Singers Court

BA111AH

Market Place

BA113HY

Henley Way

BA114BB

Georgian Court

BA114DZ

Stourton View

BA114EJ

Whitewell Road

BA114JU

Green Lane

BA111HJ

Weymouth Road

BA112NS

Cuckoo Lane

BA113AN

Hill Ground

BA113BJ

Vallis Way

BA114EG

Delmore Road

BA114QB

Courts Barton

BA119BX

Robins Lane

BA111BE

Justice Lane

BA111ER

High Street

BA111FA

Eastgate Court

BA111JH

Gentle Street

BA112PA

Jacks Lane

BA113DJ

Trinity Walk

BA114HD

Critchill Grove

BA114JL

Oakfield Close

BA111EQ

Christchurch Street West

BA111HG

Weymouth Road

BA111HP

Wesley Villas

BA111QL

Vicarage Close

BA113ES

Robins Lane

BA113NE

Kersey Court

BA113NQ

Marleys Way

BA111DE

Hoopers Barton

BA113AA

Conigre

BA113AD

West End

BA113BL

Baker Street

BA114HB

Critchill Road

BA114HH

Critchill Road

BA114JE

Oakfield Road

BA114JR

Westwood Drive

BA119EH

Robins Lane

BA111DU

Catherine Street

BA113BT

Selwood Road

BA113ER

Vernal Lane

BA114AA

The Butts

BA111AT

North Parade

BA111BZ

Catherine Hill

BA111HF

Queens Road

BA114EZ

Whitemill Lane

BA113BX

Orchard Street

BA113JJ

Egford Hill

BA113JS

Selwood Road

BA114HG

Critchill Road

BA111EA

Christchurch Street West

BA111ET

Westend Court

BA111QB

Christchurch Street East

BA112LL

Welshmill Lane

BA113AE

Whatcombe Road

BA113DE

Trinity Street

BA113DH

The Mint

BA113DW

Goulds Ground

BA113EE

Vallis Road

BA111AN

Market Place

BA111AS

Bridge Street

BA112NY

Cuckoo Lane

BA113BE

Vallis Way

BA113BU

Naishs Street

BA114JX

Green Lane

BA114LA

Nunney Road

BA114PB

Bennett Gardens

BA114RD

Cranmore Court

BA112NR

Iron Mill Lane

BA114EU

Whitemill Lane

BA114JD

Dommetts Lane

BA111DB

Catherine Street

BA111DF

Rook Lane

BA111FE

Willow Vale

BA114DW

Marston Lane

BA114ER

Barn Close

BA114SA

Yeomans Lodge

BA111DT

Paul Street

BA113FD

Naishs Street

BA114HY

Westfield Road

BA112ND

Oldford Hill

BA114DS

Marston Lane

BA114DX

Marston Close

BA114HQ

Critchill Road

BA114JH

Oakfield Road

BA113BW

Castle Street

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/01/2026.