About Buckland Dinham

Buckland Dinham is a small village located in the county of Somerset, in the south-west of England. It lies within the BA11 postcode area and is situated near the River Avon, offering views of the surrounding countryside. The village is part of the civil parish of Buckland Dinham and is known for its rural setting and traditional Somerset architecture. The Church of St Mary, a Grade II listed building, is a notable feature of the village and reflects its long history. The area is largely agricultural, with fields and farmland dominating the landscape. The village is accessible by road, with the A38 and A350 providing connections to nearby towns and cities. It is a quiet community with a close-knit population and a strong sense of local identity.

School Ratings in Buckland Dinham

Buckland Dinham is served by 40 schools. Springmead Preparatory School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Buckland Dinham

Property prices average £386K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £303K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Buckland Dinham

Local crime rates sit broadly in line with national averages. Shoplifting accounts for the highest share in Buckland Dinham, with 34 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Buckland Dinham

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Buckland Dinham 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 Buckland Dinham

Most properties in Buckland Dinham 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 5,403 sales

Average Price £386K
£1K — £15.71M
Detached £509K 1,398
Semi £326K 1,318
Terraced £303K 1,777
Flat £176K 542

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

24 Primary
5 Secondary
11 Other
Hemington Primary School Primary Good 2 miles Frome Community College Secondary 2.2 miles St Louis Catholic Primary School, Frome Primary 2.3 miles Oakfield Academy Middle deemed secondary Requires Improvement 2.3 miles Vallis First School Primary 2.3 miles North Hill House 2.4 miles Wessex Lodge School Good 2.4 miles Critchill Special School 2.4 miles Trinity Church of England First School Primary 2.4 miles Fromefield Manor School Good 2.5 miles Avanti Park School Middle deemed primary Good 2.6 miles Selwood Academy Middle deemed secondary Good 2.7 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Buckland Dinham IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Buckland Dinham 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
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
5/10
Health
7/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
6/10
8,853 Children (0-15) 18%
29,294 Working Age 59%
14,641 Older (60+) 30%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 24.9% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 12.1% 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 Buckland Dinham 253 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Buckland Dinham 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.

86 Violence & Sexual Offences
34 Shoplifting
33 Anti-Social Behaviour
28 Public Order
20 Other Theft
18 Criminal Damage & Arson
12 Vehicle Crime
6 Burglary
6 Robbery
5 Other Crime
4 Weapons
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Avon And Somerset Frome Rural North
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

Frome Train Station 3 miles
Dilton Marsh Train Station 5.7 miles
Freshford Train Station 5.9 miles
Avoncliff Train Station 6 miles
Westbury Train Station 6.6 miles
Bradford-On-Avon Train Station 7.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Hardington 0.9 miles Bedlam 1.2 miles Hapsford 1.2 miles Spring Gardens 1.4 miles Great Elm 1.4 miles Laverton 1.8 miles Innox Hill 1.8 miles Lullington 1.9 miles Buckland Down 1.9 miles Egford 1.9 miles Oldford 2 miles Hemington 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Mendip
County Somerset
Ward Frome Market
Constituency Somerton and Frome
Parish Frome
Region South West

Streets in BA11 30 shown View all streets

A359 1 A36 4 A361 6 A362 10 Acacia Drive 1 Acorn Close 1 Adderwell Close 1 Adderwell Road 3 Alder Walk 1 Alexandra Road 3 Alice Street 1 Armstrong Road 1 Ashfield Close 1 Ashtree Road 3 Aspen Close 2 Austin Close 2 Avenue Road 1 B3090 1 B3092 3 Back Street 1 Badcox 1 Baker Street 1 Barn Close 1 Bartlett Close 1 Bath Road 9 Bath Street 7 Beaconsfield Way 2 Beech Court 1 Beechwood Avenue 3 Beechwood Close 1

Postcodes in BA11 50 shown View all postcodes

BA11 1AB BA11 1AE BA11 1AF BA11 1AG BA11 1AH BA11 1AJ BA11 1AL BA11 1AN BA11 1AP BA11 1AQ BA11 1AR BA11 1AS BA11 1AT BA11 1AU BA11 1AX BA11 1AY BA11 1AZ BA11 1BB BA11 1BE BA11 1BG BA11 1BH BA11 1BL BA11 1BN BA11 1BP BA11 1BQ BA11 1BS BA11 1BT BA11 1BU BA11 1BW BA11 1BX BA11 1BY BA11 1BZ BA11 1DA BA11 1DB BA11 1DE BA11 1DF BA11 1DG BA11 1DH BA11 1DJ BA11 1DL BA11 1DN BA11 1DQ BA11 1DR BA11 1DS BA11 1DT BA11 1DU BA11 1DW BA11 1EA BA11 1EB BA11 1ED