West Hill is in Wincanton and in Somerset district. BA9 9BT is located in the Wincanton & Bruton 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 West Hill, Wincanton, BA9 9BT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BA9 9BW, BA9 9BP, BA9 9BH, BA9 9BR, BA9 9BJ, BA9 9BZ, BA9 9DA, BA9 9NS, BA9 9BQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BA9 9BT is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51% | 51.2% | 0.2% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 49% | 48.8% | -0.2% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of BA9 9BT there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.9% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 21.6% | 22.6% | 1.0% | 37.9% | -15.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.9% | 60.9% | -2.0% | 44.2% | 16.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 9.2% | 7.2% | -2.0% | 9.1% | -1.9% |
| Widowed | 5.3% | 6.8% | 1.5% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (88.2%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 51.8% | 49.2% | -2.6% | 48.4% | 0.8% |
| Good health | 35.5% | 39% | 3.5% | 33.6% | 5.4% |
| Fair health | 10.2% | 9.1% | -1.1% | 12.7% | -3.6% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 1.8% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -2.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.1% | 14% | -5.1% | 18.2% | -4.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 11.1% | -1.3% | 9.6% | 1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.8% | 15.4% | -5.4% | 13.4% | 2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 6.5% | 2.6% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.7% | 19.4% | 6.7% | 16.9% | 2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.2% | 30.8% | 3.6% | 33.8% | -3.0% |
| Other | 3.9% | 2.9% | -1.0% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 98.1% | 98.5% | 0.4% | 81.4% | 17.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 96.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.5% | 96.1% | 1.6% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| European Union | 3.3% | 2.4% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| Oceania | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.5% | 96.1% | 1.6% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 0.9% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 0% | -3.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83% | 76.7% | 6.3% |
| Romania | 1.8% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 14.8% | 13.5% | 1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.7% | 37.2% | -2.5% |
| Christian | 58.6% | 46.2% | 12.4% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around West Hill was 27.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 48.7% lower than the Blackmoor Vale average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
West Hill has the 23rd lowest crime rate of 79 local areas in Blackmoor Vale and the 490th lowest crime rate of 1,848 local areas in Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -75.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 52% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melbury West Hill, Wincanton, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2016-05-31 | £146,154 |
| Manderley West Hill, Wincanton, Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £277,000 | 2014-11-05 | £421,522 |
| Densan West Hill, Wincanton, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2013-07-12 | £335,667 |
| The Haven West Hill, Wincanton, Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2013-05-17 | £359,933 |
| Manderley West Hill, Wincanton, Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £162,500 | 2003-04-16 | £342,473 |
BA9 9BT area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in BA9 9BT area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 91 |
| Full-Time Employee | 89 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Education | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Primary School, Wincanton Tout Hill , BA9 9DH | 3out of 4 | 707 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wincanton Primary School Station Road , BA9 9EL | 2out of 4 | 711 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Horsington Church School Horsington , BA8 0BW | 3out of 4 | 4,745 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| King Arthur's School West Hill , BA9 9BX | 1out of 4 | 386 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marchant Holliday School North Cheriton , BA8 0AH | - not rated | 3,487 yd | Other independent special school | No | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lovington Bakery | 1 Market Place | 544 yd | |
| Bootmakers | 5 Market Place | 544 yd | |
| Pizza and Grill Bar Wincanton Ltd | 2 South Street | 572 yd | |
| Hooga.Coffee/The Small Cake Shop | 23 High Street | 668 yd | |
| Number Sixteen | 16 High Street | 684 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Millers Inn | Silver Street | 328 yd | |
| Mill Street Social Club | Mill Street | 414 yd | |
| Wincanton Masonic Club | Masonic Hall, Church Street | 508 yd | |
| The Nog Inn | South Street | 572 yd | |
| The Wagtail | The Long Close Site, Lawrence Hill | 672 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lotus House Takeaway | 8 South Street | 572 yd | |
| Wincanton Kebab & Pizza House | 17 Market Place | 578 yd | |
| Wincanton Fish Bar | 5 Station Road | 601 yd | |
| Sushi in the Stix | 16 High Street | 684 yd | |
| Summer Palace Chinese Takeaway | 39 High Street | 764 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Lidl Store, Southgate Road | 681 yd | |
| Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited & Petrol Station | Southgate Road | 681 yd | |
| Co-op | 1 - 8 Camelot Shopping Centre, Carrington Way | 728 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wincanton Cricket Club Station Road | grass pitches | 272 yd |
| Wincanton Sports Centre WEST HILL | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 405 yd |
| King Arthurs Community School And Specialist Sports College WEST HILL | grass pitches | 474 yd |
| Wincanton Memorial Hall MEMORIAL HALL MEMORIAL HALL HIGH STREET | 881 yd | |
| Wincanton Golf Club RACECOURSE GOLF CLUB RACECOURSE GOLF CLUB OLD HILL | golf | 1,061 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.