BA4 4BW is a safe, established residential area on Little Brooks Lane, 0.6km from Field in Shepton Mallet. Administratively it sits within Shepton Mallet ward and the Wells constituency.
For families considering a move, BA4 4BW represents a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. An average age of 34 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 66% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £306k, down 22.9% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for BA4 4BW are sourced from Output Area E00165861 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LITTLE BROOKS LANE, BA4 4BW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LITTLE BROOKS LANE, BA4 4BW.
277
34
£ 44,800 /yr
61%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BA4 4BW is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
BA4 4BW is a mixed residential postcode — average age 34, 66% 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. Property prices are trending down 22.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BA4 4BW. The average age is 34.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 233,000
5 sales · Mean £ 253,360
Terraced
£ 212,250
8 sales · Mean £ 228,125
Detached
£ 248,500
6 sales · Mean £ 285,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BA4 4BW has low crime rates — 17 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Whitstone
St Paul's Church of England VC Junior School
Shepton Mallet Community Infants' School & Nursery
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The Highwayman Inn0.8 km
- The Well Inn0.8 km
- The Charlton Inn0.7 km
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Shepton Local0.9 km
- Sportsdirect.com0.9 km
- B & M Stores0.6 km
- Dan Market Ltd1.0 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Middleton House B & B0.7 km
- Priory0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Argos Ltd1.0 km
- Costa Coffee1.0 km
- Collett Park Cafe0.8 km
- Dobbies Garden World0.7 km
- Shepton Brasserie and Cafe Bar Ltd1.0 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Tesco1.0 km
- The Co-operative Shepton0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Shepton Mallet Kebab House1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Castle Cary9.2 km
- Bruton10.1 km
- Glastonbury Bus12.7 km
Bus Stops
- Somerville Close0.3 km
- Somerville Close0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BA44BW · Data under Open Government Licence