Is BA4 4AB a safe place to live?

Yes, BA4 4AB is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 9 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of BA4 4AB?

The population for the BA4 4AB area is approximately 334 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Mendip, South West

BA4 4AB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BA4 4AB.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-11 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

334

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 51,900 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: BA4 4AB is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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10/10

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9/10

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5/10

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2/10

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8/10

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1/10

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8/10

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Area Character

BA4 4AB is a mixed residential postcode — average age 46, 79% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BA4 4AB is a safe, established residential area located 0.4km from North Wootton in Mendip. Administratively it sits within Mendip South ward and the Wells constituency.

For families considering a move, BA4 4AB represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 79% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 9 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for BA4 4AB are sourced from Output Area E00147997 (shared with 22 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BA4 4AB. The average age is 45.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.8%

Asian / British Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed1.2%

Economic Activity

50%Active

FT: 29%

Unemployed: 2%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-11)

BA4 4AB has low crime rates — 9 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences2

Criminal damage and arson1

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Glastonbury Bus6.8 km
Castle Cary11.2 km
Bruton14.5 km