Living in BA6: Liveability Score 34/100
Somerset, South West
Last updated 25 June 2026
Postcodes scored in this district
Every active postcode in BA6, each shaded by its own score. Postcode districts have no official boundary. These points are exactly what the score is averaged from. Clustered pins are other districts. Tap one to view or compare it, or zoom in to reveal more.
Each postcode is coloured by its own overall score on the default weighting. Scores are filled in as postcodes get searched on the site, so a blue dot just means that postcode hasn't been scored yet.
BA6 scores 34 but individual postcodes tell the full story
See the exact score for any postcode, side by side with BA6.
Score breakdown
Safety & Environment
Crime is above the national average. 1,964 offences recorded across 11 local areas in the past year.
Broadly acceptable environment.
Services
0 Outstanding, 7 Good out of 8 rated schools.
Healthcare quality ratings are below the national average. 1 GP surgery serve the area.
63% gigabit coverage; 85% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
Economy & Bills
IMD deprivation decile 5/10, around the national average.
Band D council tax £2,561/year, typical EPC rating D. Running costs are above average.
Transport
Limited public transport: primarily car-dependent.
Lifestyle
Relatively limited local amenities compared to the national average. Around 83 amenities within 2km of the typical resident.
BA6 covers 555 active postcodes in Somerset, South West.
Frequently asked questions
Is BA6 a safe area to live?
BA6 scores 40/100 for safety. Crime is above the national average. 1,964 offences recorded across 11 local areas in the past year.
What are the schools like in BA6?
Schools in BA6 score 25/100. 0 Outstanding, 7 Good out of 8 rated schools.
How good is the broadband in BA6?
Broadband in BA6 scores 23/100. 63% gigabit coverage; 85% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
How does BA6 compare to nearby areas?
Nearby districts include BA16, BA5, TA11. Use the PostcodeScorer comparison tool to compare them side by side.
What is the overall liveability score for BA6?
BA6 scores 34/100, rated "Below Avg", across nine categories: safety, schools, healthcare, environment, transport, lifestyle, broadband, economic health, and bills. The UK average is approximately 62/100.
Towns & cities in BA6
Check your exact postcode
Get a personalised score for any UK postcode, tailored to what matters most to you.
Score my postcode