About Lower Whatley

Lower Whatley is a small village located in Somerset, England, within the BA11 postcode area. It is situated near the town of Frome and is surrounded by the countryside, providing a peaceful environment for residents and visitors alike. The village features a mix of traditional stone cottages and modern homes, reflecting the local architecture. The area is primarily rural, with agricultural fields and farms contributing to the landscape. Lower Whatley offers a sense of community with its local amenities, including a pub and a few shops. It serves as a convenient base for exploring the surrounding countryside and nearby attractions, such as the historic town of Frome and the scenic Mendip Hills.

School Ratings in Lower Whatley

There are 29 schools in and around Lower Whatley. Springmead Preparatory School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Lower Whatley

The average property price is £386K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £303K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Lower Whatley

Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Shoplifting is prevalent across Lower Whatley, with 34 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Lower Whatley

Lower Whatley 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Lower Whatley

Broadband speeds in Lower Whatley are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of 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

16 Primary
3 Secondary
10 Other
Critchill Special School 1.2 miles Trinity Church of England First School Primary 1.2 miles Oakfield Academy Middle deemed secondary Requires Improvement 1.3 miles Nunney First School Primary Good 1.5 miles Mells Church First School Primary 1.6 miles Wessex Lodge School Good 1.6 miles Avanti Park School Middle deemed primary Good 1.8 miles Vallis First School Primary 1.9 miles St Louis Catholic Primary School, Frome Primary 1.9 miles St John's Church of England Voluntary Aided First School, Frome Primary Requires Improvement 2 miles Frome South Requires Improvement 2.2 miles Christ Church First School Primary 2.2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Lower Whatley IMD 2025

Lower Whatley 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
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 Lower Whatley 253 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Reported crime levels in Lower Whatley sit broadly in line with national averages for a town of this size. Violence & sexual offences accounts for the largest share of recorded offences. The profile is typical of a well-populated area with a mix of residential and commercial activity.

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 South
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 2.4 miles
Dilton Marsh Train Station 6.1 miles
Westbury Train Station 7.8 miles
Warminster Train Station 8.3 miles
Freshford Train Station 8.4 miles
Avoncliff Train Station 8.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Whatley 0.6 miles Egford 0.9 miles Chantry 1.2 miles Critchill 1.2 miles Great Elm 1.2 miles Ridgeway 1.2 miles Mells Green 1.4 miles Little Green 1.4 miles Marston Gate 1.4 miles Bedlam 1.4 miles Hapsford 1.4 miles Nunney 1.4 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