About Brent Knoll

Brent Knoll is a village located in the county of Somerset, in the south-west of England. It lies within the TA9 postcode area and is situated on a prominent hill, offering views across the surrounding countryside. The village is known for its historic church, St Michael's, which dates back to the 12th century and stands on the summit of the hill. The area has a long history, with evidence of human settlement dating back to the Iron Age. The hill itself is a local landmark and is part of the Somerset Levels, a low-lying region known for its wetlands and agricultural use. The village is peaceful and residential, with a small community and a mix of traditional and modern homes. It is accessible by road and is within easy reach of nearby towns such as Burnham-on-Sea and Bridgwater.

School Ratings in Brent Knoll

Brent Knoll is served by 16 schools. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Brent Knoll

Property prices average £314K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £420K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Brent Knoll

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Brent Knoll, with 17 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Brent Knoll

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Brent Knoll 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 Brent Knoll

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Brent Knoll, 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 1,728 sales

Average Price £314K
£550 — £4.06M
Detached £420K 563
Semi £246K 392
Terraced £205K 467
Flat £117K 170

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

12 Primary
1 Secondary
3 Other
Brent Knoll Church of England Primary School Primary 62 yards East Brent Church of England First School Primary 1.1 miles Burnham-On-Sea Building Good 1.6 miles Burnham-On-Sea Infant School Primary 1.6 miles St Andrew's Church Junior School Primary 2 miles Churchfield Church School Primary Good 2 miles The King Alfred School an Academy Secondary Good 2 miles St Joseph's Catholic Primary and Nursery School Primary 2 miles Sedgemoor North Good 2.1 miles Berrow Primary Church Academy Primary 2.3 miles Mark First and Pre-School CE Academy Primary 2.4 miles Lympsham Church of England Academy Primary 2.6 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Brent Knoll IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Brent Knoll 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
4/10
Income
6/10
Employment
5/10
Education
4/10
Health
5/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
5/10
3,715 Children (0-15) 16%
13,190 Working Age 57%
8,164 Older (60+) 35%
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 Brent Knoll 107 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Brent Knoll is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

46 Violence & Sexual Offences
17 Anti-Social Behaviour
9 Criminal Damage & Arson
7 Burglary
7 Other Theft
6 Public Order
5 Other Crime
4 Shoplifting
3 Vehicle Crime
1 Drugs
1 Robbery
1 Theft from Person
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 5 stations

Highbridge And Burnham Train Station 2.3 miles
Weston-Super-Mare Train Station 6.6 miles
Weston Milton Train Station 6.8 miles
Worle Train Station 7.7 miles
Bridgwater Train Station 8.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

East Brent 0.9 miles Edithmead 0.9 miles White Cross 0.9 miles Middle Burnham 1.4 miles Northwick 1.8 miles Walrow 1.9 miles Vole 2 miles Burnham-on-Sea 2 miles Wick 2 miles Highbridge 2 miles Watchfield 2 miles Rooks Bridge 2.2 miles

Local Government

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

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