Postcode Analysis Mendip, South West

BLANDFORD ROAD, BA4 4FB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BLANDFORD ROAD, BA4 4FB.

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Population

320

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 44,800 /yr

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Employed

54%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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6/10
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7/10
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3/10
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6/10
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5/10
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5/10
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1/10
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8/10
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9/10
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Area Character

BA4 4FB is a mixed residential postcode — average age 43, 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 · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BA4 4FB is a safe, established residential area on Blandford Road, 0.7km from Cannard's Grave in Shepton Mallet. Administratively it sits within Shepton Mallet ward and the Wells constituency.

For families considering a move, BA4 4FB represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. During the day, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. A balanced community with an average age of 43 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 79% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 29 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £187k.

Census 2021 statistics for BA4 4FB are sourced from Output Area E00165859 (shared with 7 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 4FB. The average age is 42.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.8%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.2%

Economic Activity

54%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 187,500

6 sales · Mean £ 181,250

Semi-Detached

£ 219,500

7 sales · Mean £ 205,214

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

BA4 4FB has low crime rates — 29 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.

Violence and sexual offences28
Anti-social behaviour9
Criminal damage and arson8
Shoplifting8
Burglary4

school Local Schools

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Whitstone

Good559 pupils1.1 km
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St Paul's Church of England VC Junior School

Good316 pupils1.3 km
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Shepton Mallet Community Infants' School & Nursery

Good223 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • The Highwayman Inn0.5 km
  • The Well Inn0.5 km
  • The Charlton Inn0.9 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Middleton House B & B0.9 km
  • Priory1.0 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Bannatynes0.9 km
  • Dobbies Garden World0.6 km
  • Whitstones Traditional Fish & Chips0.7 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • B & M Stores0.5 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • The Co-operative Shepton0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Castle Cary9.0 km
  • Bruton9.8 km
  • Glastonbury Bus12.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Somerville Close0.3 km
  • Somerville Close0.3 km