Is BA9 8AR a nice place to live?
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Crime (Police.uk, 2026-07)
1 crimes recorded
Within roughly a mile of BA9 8AR. Most common: Violence & sexual offences.
House prices
£281,571
Average price in Somerset (2026-06, UK House Price Index). Up 4.5% year on year.
- Terraced
- £233,473
- Semi-detached
- £289,125
- Detached
- £459,097
- Flat / maisonette
- £135,680
Local authority average from HM Land Registry — not a valuation for BA9 8AR specifically.
Flood risk
Official Environment Agency map for rivers, sea, surface water and groundwater risk near this postcode.
No active flood warnings within ~15km.
Check long-term flood risk →GP & dentist ratings
CQC ratings near BA9 8AR on Check My GP
Food hygiene ratings
FSA ratings near BA9 8AR on Check Food Hygiene