Is BA4 4TQ a safe place to live?

Yes, BA4 4TQ is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 6 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of BA4 4TQ?

The population for the BA4 4TQ area is approximately 490 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Mendip, South West

BA4 4TQ House Prices & Local Information

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

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-01 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

490

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 45,900 /yr

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Employed

49%

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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9/10

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8/10

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1/10

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7/10

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2/10

paymentsAffluence

6/10

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1/10

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7/10

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9/10

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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. BA4 4TQ spans multiple life stages — average age 46, moderate ownership and renting. 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 4TQ is a safe, established residential area located 0.6km from Wanstrow in Mendip. Administratively it sits within Mendip Central and East ward and the Somerton and Frome constituency.

For families considering a move, BA4 4TQ represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 46 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 78% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 6 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for BA4 4TQ are sourced from Output Area E00147993 (shared with 45 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 4TQ. The average age is 45.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.2%

Asian / British Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.8%

Economic Activity

49%Active

FT: 30%

Unemployed: 1%

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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 2026-01)

BA4 4TQ has low crime rates — 6 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences3

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

The King William IV0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Bruton7.9 km
Frome8.8 km
Castle Cary11.9 km