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Location in SomersetBason Bridge sits where the marker shows within the county.

12,853
Population
5,299
Households
4 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£48,084
Avg. household income
615
Businesses
222
People per km²
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About Bason Bridge

Bason Bridge is a small settlement located in Somerset, England, within the TA9 postcode area. It lies in a rural part of the county, surrounded by open countryside and agricultural land. The area is characterised by its quiet, peaceful environment and traditional English landscape. The village is situated near the River Parrett, which flows through the region and contributes to the local scenery. Bason Bridge is not a large community, with a limited number of residential properties and a close-knit local population. The surrounding area offers opportunities for walking and enjoying the natural surroundings. The village is accessible by road, with nearby junctions providing connections to larger towns in Somerset. It remains a quiet, unassuming place, typical of many rural communities in the region.

School Ratings in Bason Bridge

There are 23 schools in and around Bason Bridge. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bason Bridge

The average property price is £305K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £409K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bason Bridge

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Bason Bridge, with 38 recorded incidents in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bason Bridge

Bason Bridge sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Healthcare in Bason Bridge

There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of Bason Bridge, the nearest being Highbridge Medical Centre (2.3 miles away).

Local Data for Bason Bridge

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Property Prices 1,840 sales

Average Price £305K
£550 , £4.06M
Detached £409K 549
Semi £254K 479
Terraced £204K 467
Flat £112K 186

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

16 Primary
2 Secondary
5 Other
Good 5

Ofsted ratings for schools in the TA9 postcode area.

East Huntspill Primary Academy Primary 0.1 miles Mark First and Pre-School CE Academy Primary 1.6 miles West Huntspill Primary Academy Primary Good 1.9 miles Sedgemoor North Good 2 miles Churchfield Church School Primary Good 2.1 miles Woolavington Building 2.4 miles Woolavington Village Primary School Primary Good 2.4 miles The King Alfred School an Academy Secondary Good 2.5 miles Sedgemoor Manor School Not applicable Good 2.8 miles Puriton Primary School Primary Good 2.9 miles St Joseph's Catholic Primary and Nursery School Primary 3.1 miles Brent Knoll Church of England Primary School Primary 3.2 miles

Household Income in Bason Bridge ONS 2023

The average total household income in Bason Bridge is approximately £48,084 a year before tax, 13% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £36,622. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Bason Bridge £48,084
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £36,622.

Businesses in Bason Bridge ONS 2025

There are approximately 615 active businesses based in Bason Bridge, around 48 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 89% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 10 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

615 Total businesses
48 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 89%
Small, 10-49 10%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Bason Bridge IMD 2025

Bason Bridge sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
4/10
Income
6/10
Employment
5/10
Education
4/10
Health
5/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
5/10
Children 0-15 18%
Working age 59%
Older 65+ 23%
2,308 Children (0-15) 18%
7,620 Working Age 59%
2,924 Older (65+) 23%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 35.1% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 14.9% 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 Bason Bridge 198 crimes · May 2026

High Crime Area

Bason Bridge sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Violence & sexual offences represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.

Violence & Sexual Offences 84
Anti-Social Behaviour 38
Criminal Damage & Arson 20
Public Order 12
Other Theft 11
Burglary 8
Robbery 6
Bicycle Theft 4
Shoplifting 4
Drugs 3
Vehicle Crime 3
Other Crime 3
Weapons 2
Local Policing
Avon And Somerset Sedgemoor North West
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 4 stations

Highbridge And Burnham Train Station 1.8 miles
Bridgwater Train Station 5.8 miles
Weston-Super-Mare Train Station 9.8 miles
Weston Milton Train Station 9.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Hackness 0.6 miles Cote 0.6 miles East Huntspill 0.6 miles Southwick 0.9 miles Watchfield 1.2 miles Walrow 1.4 miles Highbridge 1.8 miles Mark Causeway 1.8 miles Huntspill 1.9 miles Alstone 2 miles Northwick 2 miles White Cross 2.5 miles

Local Government

District Sedgemoor
County Somerset
Ward Highbridge and Burnham Marine
Constituency Wells
Parish Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge
Region South West

Home Ownership in Bason Bridge

Of the 5,508 households in and around Bason Bridge, 65% are owned, 19% are socially rented and 16% are privately rented. Home ownership here is in line with the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 65% Social rented 19% Private rented 16%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Bason Bridge.

Frequently Asked Questions about Bason Bridge

What is the population of Bason Bridge?
Bason Bridge has a population of approximately 12,853 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Bason Bridge?
The average property in and around Bason Bridge sold for about £305,161, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 13% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Bason Bridge a deprived area?
Bason Bridge sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 4 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Bason Bridge?
Bason Bridge is covered by the TA9 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Bason Bridge?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Bason Bridge, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Bason Bridge?
The nearest railway station to Bason Bridge is Highbridge And Burnham Train Station, about 1.8 miles away.

Streets in TA9 30 shown View all streets

Acorn Close 1 Adams Close 1 Alstone Gardens 1 Alstone Lane 3 Alstone Road 2 Apex Drive 1 Ash Trees 1 Ashlea Park 1 Avalon Road 1 Back Lane 2 Ballentine Walk 1 Bank Street 2 Barn Close 2 Battleborough Lane 2 Bennett Road 3 Blackford Road 4 Blake's Crescent 1 Bolton Close 1 Brent Close 1 Brent Road 5 Brent Street 8 Bridgwater Road 2 Bristol Road 5 Brue Way 1 Brunel's Way 2 Burnham Road 9 Burtle Road 1 Burton Row 8 Cadwell's Lane 1 Capstan Drive 1

Postcodes in TA9 50 shown View all postcodes

TA9 3AE TA9 3AF TA9 3AG TA9 3AH TA9 3AJ TA9 3AL TA9 3AN TA9 3AP TA9 3AQ TA9 3AR TA9 3AS TA9 3AT TA9 3AU TA9 3AW TA9 3AX TA9 3AY TA9 3AZ TA9 3BA TA9 3BB TA9 3BD TA9 3BH TA9 3BJ TA9 3BL TA9 3BN TA9 3BP TA9 3BQ TA9 3BT TA9 3BW TA9 3BX TA9 3BY TA9 3BZ TA9 3DA TA9 3DB TA9 3DD TA9 3DE TA9 3DF TA9 3DG TA9 3DH TA9 3DJ TA9 3DL TA9 3DN TA9 3DP TA9 3DQ TA9 3DR TA9 3DS TA9 3DT TA9 3DW TA9 3DX TA9 3EA TA9 3EB