Welshmill Lane is in Frome and in Somerset district. BA11 3AL is located in the Frome West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Somerton and Frome. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Welshmill Lane, Frome, BA11 3AL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BA11 3AH, BA11 3AU, BA11 3HZ, BA11 3AE, BA11 3AD, BA11 3AP, BA11 3AQ, BA11 3HU, BA11 3AG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BA11 3AL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.9% | 51.5% | -1.4% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 47.1% | 48.5% | 1.4% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 41.9% | 32.1% | -9.8% | 37.9% | -5.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.9% | 49.2% | 11.3% | 44.2% | 5.0% |
| Separated | 4.3% | 2.8% | -1.5% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 12.6% | 11.1% | -1.5% | 9.1% | 2.0% |
| Widowed | 3.2% | 4.8% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 52.1% | 45.4% | -6.7% | 48.4% | -3.0% |
| Good health | 37.6% | 39.2% | 1.6% | 33.6% | 5.6% |
| Fair health | 7.4% | 11.7% | 4.3% | 12.7% | -1.0% |
| Bad health | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.0% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 46.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.4% | 10.7% | -2.7% | 18.2% | -7.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.9% | 8.7% | -3.2% | 9.6% | -0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.6% | 13.8% | -6.8% | 13.4% | 0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.1% | 4.3% | 3.2% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.7% | 16.2% | 2.5% | 16.9% | -0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.3% | 46.2% | 11.9% | 33.8% | 12.4% |
| Other | 5.1% | 0% | -5.1% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.9% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.2% | 1% | -0.2% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 97.4% | 94.9% | -2.5% | 81.4% | 13.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 87.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.2% | 87.7% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 4.5% |
| European Union | 8.5% | 8.2% | -0.3% | 6.1% | 2.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 3.1% | 1.9% | 5.6% | -2.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 87.6% | 88.6% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 5.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1.5% | 8.7% | 7.2% | 9.8% | -1.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.4% | 1% | -3.4% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.9% | 0.7% | -2.2% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.5% | 1% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.1% | 76.7% | 4.4% |
| Ireland | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Poland | 3.4% | 1.3% | 2.1% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 8.6% | 13.5% | -4.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.3% | 37.2% | 16.1% |
| Christian | 36.8% | 46.2% | -9.4% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 2.7% | 0.6% | 2.1% |
| Not answered | 6.9% | 6.0% | 0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Welshmill Lane was 114.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 43.3% higher than the Frome East average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Welshmill Lane has the 27th highest crime rate of 115 local areas in Frome East and the 378th highest crime rate of 1,848 local areas in Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 45.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 3.4%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 64% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welshmill Cottage Welshmill Lane, Frome, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £720,000 | 2019-11-28 | £910,854 |
| Westdale Welshmill Lane, Frome, Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £363,000 | 2016-07-20 | £506,031 |
| Welshmill Cottage Welshmill Lane, Frome, Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £510,000 | 2014-11-28 | £778,710 |
| The Gables Welshmill Lane, Frome, Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2014-07-14 | £652,821 |
| The Gables Welshmill Lane, Frome, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2007-09-07 | £568,712 |
BA11 3AL area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 5% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 17% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
BA11 3AL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 91 |
| Retired | 45 |
| Self-Employed | 43 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Education | 20 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 15 |
| Information and communication | 15 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Louis Catholic Primary School, Frome Welshmill Lane , BA11 3AP | 3out of 4 | 212 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Vallis First School Milk Street , BA11 3DB | 3out of 4 | 259 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Church of England Voluntary Aided First School, Frome Christchurch Street East , BA11 1QG | 3out of 4 | 907 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Church of England First School Nunney Road , BA11 4LB | 3out of 4 | 1,322 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hayesdown First School Wyville Road , BA11 2BN | 3out of 4 | 1,724 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frome Community College Bath Road , BA11 2HQ | 3out of 4 | 1,340 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakfield Academy Oakfield Road , BA11 4JF | 3out of 4 | 1,131 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Selwood Academy Berkley Road , BA11 2EF | 3out of 4 | 1,390 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avanti Park School Avanti Park School , Park Road BA11 1EU | - not rated | 797 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Hill House Fromefield , BA11 2HB | - not rated | 619 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Farleigh Further Education College - Frome North Parade , BA11 2AB | - not rated | 640 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wessex Lodge School Nunney Road , Frome BA11 4LA | - not rated | 649 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Critchill Special School Nunney Road , BA11 4LB | 3out of 4 | 1,435 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Springmead Preparatory School Castle Corner , Beckington BA11 6TA | - not rated | 4,346 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bridge Cafe (Holy Trinity PCC) | 43 Selwood Road | 345 yd | |
| J.J.'s Trini Doubles | Justice Lane | 352 yd | |
| Grain Hospitality | Cheese And Grain, Market Yard | 354 yd | |
| Coffee#1 | 16 Westway | 365 yd | |
| Cordero Lounge | 5-9 Westway | 377 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Griffin | Griffin Inn, 25 Milk Street | 258 yd | |
| Lamb and Fountain Inn | Lamb And Fountain Inn, 57 Castle Street | 384 yd | |
| Flow | 8 The Bridge | 410 yd | |
| The George Hotel | The George Hotel, 5 Market Place | 452 yd | |
| The Blue Boar | The Blue Boar Inn, 15 Market Place | 459 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hamper Sandwich Shop | 3A Stony Street | 501 yd | |
| Pangs Fish Bar | 4 King Street | 504 yd | |
| Thai Kitchen Frome | The Court House | 530 yd | |
| Frome Pizza Kebab Plus | 1 Eagle Lane | 567 yd | |
| Mikes Kitchen | Vectura House, 40 Vallis Way | 570 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | 16 Market Place | 465 yd | |
| Morrisons Daily | 45 Vallis Way | 570 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | Marks And Spencer Simply Foods, Kingsway | 576 yd | |
| The Southern Co-Operative Ltd | 1 Nunney Road | 652 yd | |
| Lidl | Lidl Great Britain Ltd, Garsdale | 838 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Curves (Frome) PALMER STREET | health and fitness suite | 565 yd |
| Frome Cricket Club RODDEN ROAD | grass pitches | 792 yd |
| Victoria Park VICTORIA PARK VICTORIA PARK PARK ROAD | tennis courts | 920 yd |
| Frome Collegians Football Club THE SHOWFIELD THE SHOWFIELD RODDEN ROAD | grass pitches | 1,065 yd |
| Frome Town Football Club Badgers Hill Badgers Hill Berkley Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,075 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 426 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 32 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.