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33,699
Population
13,874
Households
6 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£56,229
Avg. household income
1,670
Businesses
251
People per km²
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About Buckland Down

Buckland Down is a small settlement located in the county of Somerset, in the south-west of England. It lies within the BA11 postcode area, situated near the border with Gloucestershire. The area is characterised by its rural setting, with open countryside and rolling hills typical of the Somerset landscape. The village is part of the wider civil parish of Buckland, and the surrounding land is largely agricultural, with fields and hedgerows forming the local scenery. While it is not a large community, Buckland Down offers a quiet, countryside lifestyle with access to local amenities in nearby towns. The area is well connected by road, with the A38 and A361 providing links to larger centres such as Bath and Bristol. The climate reflects the broader Somerset weather patterns, with mild summers and cool, wet winters.

School Ratings in Buckland Down

Families in Buckland Down have access to 54 local schools. Springmead Preparatory School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Buckland Down

Homes sell for an average of £386K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £303K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Buckland Down

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Buckland Down, with 50 incidents recorded in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Buckland Down

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Buckland Down around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Healthcare in Buckland Down

There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of Buckland Down, the nearest being Mendip Country Practice (2.8 miles away).

Local Data for Buckland Down

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Property Prices 5,417 sales

Average Price £386K
£1K , £17.32M
Detached £510K 1,362
Semi £337K 1,334
Terraced £303K 1,783
Flat £175K 563

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

30 Primary
7 Secondary
17 Other
Outstanding 1
Good 8
Requires improvement 5

Ofsted ratings for schools in the BA11 postcode area.

Hemington Primary School Primary Good 1.2 miles Newbury Manor School Not applicable Good 1.8 miles Mells Church First School Primary 1.8 miles Kilmersdon Church School Primary 2.1 miles St Mary's Church of England Primary School Primary 2.2 miles Writhlington School Secondary Good 2.4 miles Somerset Studio School Secondary Good 2.4 miles St Nicholas Church School Primary 2.9 miles Mendip North East 2.9 miles Bishop Henderson Church of England Primary School Primary 2.9 miles Shoscombe Church School Primary 2.9 miles Radstock Children's Centre 3 miles

Household Income in Buckland Down ONS 2023

The average total household income in Buckland Down is approximately £56,229 a year before tax, in line with the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £41,379. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Buckland Down £56,229
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £41,379.

Businesses in Buckland Down ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,670 active businesses based in Buckland Down, around 50 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 24 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,670 Total businesses
50 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 90%
Small, 10-49 8%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Buckland Down IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Buckland Down are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
5/10
Health
7/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
6/10
Children 0-15 19%
Working age 59%
Older 65+ 22%
6,407 Children (0-15) 19%
20,024 Working Age 59%
7,268 Older (65+) 22%
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 Down 239 crimes · May 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Buckland Down is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.

Violence & Sexual Offences 77
Anti-Social Behaviour 50
Shoplifting 29
Criminal Damage & Arson 25
Public Order 15
Other Theft 13
Burglary 12
Vehicle Crime 6
Robbery 5
Drugs 4
Other Crime 2
Bicycle Theft 1
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 4.4 miles
Freshford Train Station 6.8 miles
Avoncliff Train Station 7.1 miles
Dilton Marsh Train Station 7.5 miles
Oldfield Park Train Station 8.2 miles
Bradford-On-Avon Train Station 8.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Mells 1.2 miles Hemington 1.2 miles Hardington 1.4 miles Great Elm 1.8 miles Vobster 1.8 miles Upper Vobster 1.8 miles Buckland Dinham 1.9 miles Rockley Ford 1.9 miles Mells Green 1.9 miles Little Green 1.9 miles Kilmersdon 2 miles Newbury 2 miles

Local Government

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

Home Ownership in Buckland Down

Of the 14,623 households in and around Buckland Down, 68% are owned, 14% are socially rented and 18% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 68% Social rented 14% Private rented 18%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Buckland Down.

Frequently Asked Questions about Buckland Down

What is the population of Buckland Down?
Buckland Down has a population of approximately 33,699 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Buckland Down?
The average property in and around Buckland Down sold for about £385,746, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 11% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Buckland Down a deprived area?
Buckland Down sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 6 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Buckland Down?
Buckland Down is covered by the BA11 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Buckland Down?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Buckland Down, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Buckland Down?
The nearest railway station to Buckland Down is Frome Train Station, about 4.4 miles away.

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