About Bonson

Bonson is a small village located in Somerset, within the TA5 postcode area of England. It lies in a rural part of the county, surrounded by open countryside and agricultural land. The village is situated near the River Parrett, which flows through the area and contributes to the local landscape. Bonson is part of the civil parish of Chedzoy, and the surrounding area is known for its rolling hills and traditional Somerset farmland. The village itself is modest in size, with a mix of older cottages and more modern homes. There are no major amenities within Bonson itself, but nearby towns provide access to shops, schools, and other services. The area is popular with walkers and those who enjoy the peaceful rural environment.

School Ratings in Bonson

Bonson is served by 17 schools. Enmore Church of England Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 3 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bonson

Property prices average £340K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £397K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bonson

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Public order accounts for the highest share in Bonson, with 1 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bonson

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Bonson falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels across the area tend to be higher than the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Bonson

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Bonson, though coverage is not uniform. 4G mobile signal is available in most areas, with 5G access more limited. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 1,959 sales

Average Price £340K
£3K — £4.08M
Detached £397K 819
Semi £256K 606
Terraced £236K 319
Flat £135K 54

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

12 Primary
3 Secondary
2 Other
Brymore Academy Secondary Good 1.4 miles Cannington Church of England Primary School Primary 2.2 miles Stogursey Church of England Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 2.2 miles Spaxton CofE Primary School Primary 2.3 miles Nether Stowey Building 2.3 miles Nether Stowey Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.3 miles Otterhampton Primary School Primary Good 2.3 miles Enmore Church of England Primary School Primary Outstanding 3.6 miles Wembdon St George's Church School Primary Good 4.1 miles St Mary's Voluntary Controlled Church of England Primary School Primary Good 4.3 miles Haygrove School Secondary Good 4.5 miles St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Bridgwater Primary 4.5 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Bonson IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Bonson 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
6/10
Income
8/10
Employment
7/10
Education
5/10
Health
7/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
4/10
3,401 Children (0-15) 15%
12,755 Working Age 58%
7,681 Older (60+) 35%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 20.7% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 9.2% 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 Bonson 5 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Bonson falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring small town.

3 Violence & Sexual Offences
1 Public Order
1 Shoplifting
Local Policing
Avon And Somerset Sedgemoor South 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 2 stations

Bridgwater Train Station 5.6 miles
Highbridge And Burnham Train Station 7.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Fiddington 0.6 miles Edbrook 0.6 miles Horn Hill 0.6 miles Coultings 0.6 miles Knoll Green 0.9 miles Whitnell 0.9 miles Keenthorne 0.9 miles Cockwood 1.2 miles Radlet 1.8 miles Stogursey 1.8 miles Rodway 1.9 miles Spaxton 1.9 miles

Local Government

District Sedgemoor
County Somerset
Ward Quantocks
Constituency Bridgwater and West Somerset
Parish Spaxton
Region South West

Streets in TA5 30 shown View all streets

A39 5 Acacia Walk 1 Adscombe Lane 1 Aisholt Lane 1 Andersfield Road 2 Angelica Drive 1 Archstone Avenue 1 Audley Close 1 Ball's Lane 1 Banneson Road 2 Barberry Drive 2 Barford Close 1 Barford Road 4 Barn Close 1 Bath Brick Close 1 Bears Meadow Lane 1 Beere Manor Lane 1 Belvedere Close 1 Bilberry Lane 1 Bincombe 1 Bincombe Road 1 Birch Close 1 Bishop Road 1 Bishpool Lane 1 Blackmore Lane 4 Blakes Lane 1 Blaxhold Lane 1 Bluebell Drive 2 Bonson Hill 2 Bonsonwood Lane 2

Postcodes in TA5 50 shown View all postcodes

TA5 1AA TA5 1AB TA5 1AD TA5 1AE TA5 1AF TA5 1AG TA5 1AH TA5 1AJ TA5 1AL TA5 1AN TA5 1AP TA5 1AQ TA5 1AR TA5 1AS TA5 1AT TA5 1AU TA5 1AW TA5 1AX TA5 1AY TA5 1AZ TA5 1BA TA5 1BB TA5 1BD TA5 1BE TA5 1BF TA5 1BG TA5 1BH TA5 1BJ TA5 1BL TA5 1BN TA5 1BP TA5 1BQ TA5 1BS TA5 1BT TA5 1BU TA5 1BW TA5 1BX TA5 1BY TA5 1BZ TA5 1DA TA5 1DB TA5 1DD TA5 1DE TA5 1DF TA5 1DG TA5 1DH TA5 1DJ TA5 1DL TA5 1DN TA5 1DQ