About Ashgrove

Ashgrove is a residential area located in the town of Frome, within Somerset, England. It lies just to the north of the town centre and is known for its mix of traditional and modern housing. The area is well-served by local amenities, including shops, schools, and community facilities, making it a convenient place to live. Ashgrove is part of the BA2 postcode area, which covers much of Frome and its surrounding neighbourhoods. The locality benefits from good transport links, with regular bus services connecting it to nearby towns and villages. The surrounding countryside offers pleasant walking routes, and the area is popular with families and commuters alike.

School Ratings in Ashgrove

Ashgrove is served by 59 schools. Bath Spa University is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 17 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Ashgrove

Property prices average £541K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £453K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Ashgrove

Local crime rates sit broadly in line with national averages. Shoplifting accounts for the highest share in Ashgrove, with 75 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Ashgrove

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Ashgrove falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Ashgrove

Most properties in Ashgrove can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 9,548 sales

Average Price £541K
£350 — £26.5M
Detached £790K 1,792
Semi £457K 2,114
Terraced £453K 3,328
Flat £353K 1,782

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

36 Primary
7 Secondary
16 Other
Peasedown St John Children's Centre 0.2 miles Peasedown St John Primary School Primary Good 0.2 miles Shoscombe Church School Primary 1.1 miles Trinity Church School Primary Good 1.4 miles St Mary's Church of England Primary School Primary 1.9 miles Writhlington School Secondary Good 2 miles Somerset Studio School Secondary Good 2 miles Radstock Children's Centre 2 miles St Nicholas Church School Primary 2 miles St Mary's CofE Primary School Primary 2.2 miles St Julian's Church School Primary 2.3 miles Welton Primary School Primary Good 2.8 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Ashgrove IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Ashgrove in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
7/10
Health
8/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
5/10
13,968 Children (0-15) 15%
63,279 Working Age 67%
22,831 Older (60+) 24%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 22.5% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 13.2% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Ashgrove 551 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Ashgrove experiences crime rates that are roughly comparable to the national picture. Violence & sexual offences is the most reported category, consistent with broader patterns across similar communities. Day-to-day life here reflects the usual mix of challenges found in any established town.

213 Violence & Sexual Offences
75 Shoplifting
58 Anti-Social Behaviour
49 Other Theft
43 Criminal Damage & Arson
41 Public Order
19 Burglary
15 Vehicle Crime
13 Other Crime
11 Drugs
9 Robbery
3 Theft from Person
2 Weapons
Local Policing
Avon And Somerset Peasedown and Paulton
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Oldfield Park Train Station 4.8 miles
Freshford Train Station 5.6 miles
Avoncliff Train Station 6.3 miles
Bradford-On-Avon Train Station 7.7 miles
Keynsham Train Station 7.7 miles
Frome Train Station 7.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Peasedown St John 0 yards Double Hill 0.6 miles New Buildings 0.6 miles White Hill 0.9 miles Shoscombe 0.9 miles Shoscombe Vale 0.9 miles Carlingcott 0.9 miles Wicklane 0.9 miles Camerton 1.2 miles Withyditch 1.2 miles White Ox Mead 1.4 miles Single Hill 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Bath and North East Somerset
County Somerset
Ward Timsbury
Constituency North East Somerset
Parish Timsbury
Region South West

Streets in BA2 30 shown View all streets

A36 6 A366 3 A367 4 A368 2 A39 14 A4 1 A46 1 Abbey Lane 2 Abbey View 1 Abbey View Gardens 1 Abingdon Gardens 1 Acacia Grove 1 Adams Close 1 Albany Road 3 Albert Avenue 4 Albert Crescent 2 Albert Terrace 2 Alder Way 1 Alderley Road 1 Alec Ricketts Close 1 Alexandra Road 2 All Saints Place 2 Alton Place 1 Ambleside Road 2 Archway Street 2 Argyle Street 5 Arlington Road 1 Armes Court 1 Ash Grove 1 Ashes Lane 1

Postcodes in BA2 50 shown View all postcodes

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