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Location in SomersetBarrow Common sits where the marker shows within the county.

6,657
Population
2,499
Households
8 / 10
Deprivation decile
Among least deprived
12
Schools nearby
£68,686
Avg. household income
315
Businesses
225
People per km²
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About Barrow Common

Barrow Common is a small settlement located in Somerset, within the BS41 postcode area of England. It lies to the west of the town of Frome and is situated on the edge of the Mendip Hills, offering views across the surrounding countryside. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of detached and semi-detached homes set along quiet roads. There are no major commercial centres or attractions within the immediate vicinity, but the nearby village of Barrow Gurney provides local amenities including shops, a post office, and a church. The landscape features open fields and scattered woodland, typical of the Somerset countryside. The community is peaceful and well-connected by road to nearby towns and cities, making it a convenient location for those seeking a rural lifestyle with access to urban facilities.

School Ratings in Barrow Common

Families in Barrow Common have access to 104 local schools. A further 1 school holds a Good rating.

House Prices in Barrow Common

Homes sell for an average of £530K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £704K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Barrow Common

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Barrow Common, with 31 incidents recorded in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Barrow Common

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Barrow Common among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.

Healthcare in Barrow Common

There are 15 GP surgeries within three miles of Barrow Common, the nearest being Inner City & East Bristol Locality (1.5 miles away).

Local Data for Barrow Common

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Property Prices 784 sales

Average Price £530K
£5K , £6.87M
Detached £704K 263
Semi £491K 249
Terraced £382K 187
Flat £208K 53

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

52 Primary
13 Secondary
39 Other
Good 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the BS41 postcode area.

Dundry Church of England Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles Four Acres & Bishopsworth Children's Centre Good 1.2 miles Four Acres Academy Primary Good 1.2 miles Belgrave School Not applicable Good 1.2 miles Winford Church of England Primary School Primary 1.5 miles Bishopsworth Children's Centre 1.5 miles E-Act Venturers' Academy Not applicable Requires Improvement 1.5 miles Long Ashton Children's Centre 1.6 miles Birdwell Primary School Primary 1.6 miles Manor Wood School Not applicable 1.6 miles St Peter's Church of England Primary School (VC) Primary Good 1.7 miles Northleaze Church of England Primary School Primary 1.8 miles

Household Income in Barrow Common ONS 2023

The average total household income in Barrow Common is approximately £68,686 a year before tax, 24% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £49,500. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Barrow Common £68,686
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £49,500.

Businesses in Barrow Common ONS 2025

There are approximately 315 active businesses based in Barrow Common, around 47 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 92% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 2 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

315 Total businesses
47 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 92%
Small, 10-49 7%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Barrow Common IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Barrow Common experiences very low levels of deprivation. The local economy supports strong employment and incomes are above the national average. Access to services, education and healthcare in the area is generally good.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
9/10
Employment
9/10
Education
9/10
Health
8/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
6/10
Children 0-15 22%
Working age 59%
Older 65+ 19%
1,441 Children (0-15) 22%
3,896 Working Age 59%
1,317 Older (65+) 20%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 12.8% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 14.3% 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 Barrow Common 197 crimes · May 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Barrow Common are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.

Violence & Sexual Offences 76
Anti-Social Behaviour 31
Other Theft 26
Criminal Damage & Arson 14
Burglary 13
Public Order 13
Other Crime 9
Vehicle Crime 6
Theft from Person 4
Drugs 3
Robbery 2
Local Policing
Avon And Somerset Redwood
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

Parson Street Train Station 2.8 miles
Bedminster Train Station 3.6 miles
Nailsea And Backwell Train Station 4.2 miles
Clifton Down Train Station 4.6 miles
Redland Train Station 5.1 miles
Sea Mills Train Station 5.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Barrow Gurney 0.6 miles Dundry 0.9 miles Highridge 1.2 miles Winford 1.2 miles Upper Town 1.4 miles Maiden Head 1.4 miles Yanley 1.4 miles Cambridge Batch 1.8 miles Felton 1.8 miles Withywood 1.9 miles Long Ashton 1.9 miles Potters Hill 2 miles

Local Government

District North Somerset
Ward Winford
Constituency North Somerset
Parish Dundry
Region South West

Home Ownership in Barrow Common

Of the 2,650 households in and around Barrow Common, 81% are owned, 8% are socially rented and 11% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 81% Social rented 8% Private rented 11%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Barrow Common.

Frequently Asked Questions about Barrow Common

What is the population of Barrow Common?
Barrow Common has a population of approximately 6,657 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Barrow Common?
The average property in and around Barrow Common sold for about £529,735, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 52% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Barrow Common a deprived area?
Barrow Common sits among the least deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 8 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Barrow Common?
Barrow Common is covered by the BS41 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Barrow Common?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Barrow Common, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Barrow Common?
The nearest railway station to Barrow Common is Parson Street Train Station, about 2.8 miles away.

Streets in BS41 30 shown View all streets

Andruss Drive 1 Arch Close 1 Arch Grove 1 Ashton Road 2 Beechcroft 1 Beechfield Close 1 Birdwell Lane 1 Birdwell Road 1 Blackcurrant Drive 1 Bradville Gardens 1 Bridgwater Road 5 Broadoak Hill 1 Brock Lane 1 Brook Close 3 Buttercliffe Rise 1 Castle Farm Lane 1 Catley Grove 1 Cedar Close 1 Cherry Road 1 Chestnut Road 1 Church Lane 1 Church Road 3 Clarken Coombe 2 Clevedon Road 1 Copford Lane 1 Crabtree Close 1 Crabtree Lane 3 Downs Road 3 Dundry Lane 8 East Dundry Lane 2

Postcodes in BS41 50 shown View all postcodes

BS41 8AA BS41 8JA BS41 8JB BS41 8JD BS41 8JE BS41 8JF BS41 8JG BS41 8JH BS41 8JJ BS41 8JL BS41 8JN BS41 8JP BS41 8JQ BS41 8JR BS41 8JS BS41 8JT BS41 8JU BS41 8JW BS41 8JX BS41 8JY BS41 8JZ BS41 8LA BS41 8LB BS41 8LE BS41 8LF BS41 8LG BS41 8LH BS41 8LJ BS41 8LL BS41 8LN BS41 8LP BS41 8LQ BS41 8LR BS41 8LS BS41 8LT BS41 8LU BS41 8LW BS41 8NA BS41 8NB BS41 8ND BS41 8NE BS41 8NF BS41 8NG BS41 8NH BS41 8NJ BS41 8NL BS41 8NN BS41 8NP BS41 8NQ BS41 8NR