Parking isn't just a convenience anymore. In towns like Frome, the number of homes with access to at least one car paints a revealing picture of how we live, move, and plan our lives.

The data highlights how car ownership is the norm in most neighbourhoods, with many households relying on private transport for work, school, shopping and day-to-day life.

For modern housing developments, this matters. It's no longer enough to squeeze in a few communal bays and call it job done.

People want driveways, garages, or at least some confidence that they won't be circling the block after 6pm.

Parking is no longer a 'nice to have', it's a dealbreaker for many buyers and tenants alike.

Even in period or terraced housing, buyers often ask not just about what's behind the front door, but where they'll park the car. If you were buying in Frome today, would parking be high on your list?