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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 151 recent sales, the median property price is £295,000 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
Terraced66£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

BA114DR

Marston Lane

BA111QA

Christchurch Street East

BA112NL

Frome West

BA113DD

Dyers Close Lane

BA114PR

Eastwood Close

BA113BY

Whittox Lane

BA113DN

Goulds Lane

BA119AE

Robins Lane

BA119DD

Robins Lane

BA111AB

Market Place

BA114LD

Nunney Road

BA111BH

King Street

BA111BL

Cork Street

BA111ED

Park Road

BA111HD

Somerset Road

BA113EH

Vallis Road

BA114DE

Marston Lane

BA111BB

Bridge Street

BA111EP

Smithy Lane

BA113EN

Vallis Road

BA113HW

Egford Lane

BA114BA

Firwood Road

BA114JW

Green Lane

BA114LT

Portland Place

BA111BU

Stony Street

BA111FX

Catherine Street Mews

BA113DQ

Trinity Row

BA111AY

North Parade

BA111PY

Vicarage Street

BA113FG

West End

BA113HB

Broadway

BA113BH

Vallis Way

BA113EL

Vallis Road

BA113JQ

Elm Lane

BA114EW

Whitewell Road

BA114LJ

Critchill

BA119EX

Frome West

BA113BB

Vallis Way

BA113EA

Vallis Road

BA114FL

Critch Hill

BA114HN

Critchill Road

BA114HP

Critchill Close

BA111EG

Christchurch Street West

BA111EH

Christchurch Street West

BA114JF

Oakfield Road

BA111QW

Frome West

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.