BS28 4BS is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Blackford Road, 0.5km from Ireland, Little in Blackford (Sedgemoor). Administratively it sits within King Alfred ward and the Wells constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in BS28, BS28 4BS offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 48 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 84% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £925k.
Census 2021 statistics for BS28 4BS are sourced from Output Area E00148478 (shared with 29 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BLACKFORD ROAD, BS28 4BS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BLACKFORD ROAD, BS28 4BS.
349
48
£ 53,100 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BS28 4BS 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. BS28 4BS's low deprivation rank, 84% ownership, and £925k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BS28 4BS. The average age is 48.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 925,000
1 sales · Mean £ 925,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BS28 4BS has low crime rates — 13 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
Wedmore First School Academy
Hugh Sexey Church of England Middle School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- The George Inn0.9 km
- The Swan1.0 km
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Wedmore Pharmacy0.9 km
- Hectors Farm Shop0.9 km
- Wedmore Paper Shop & Village Stores0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Isle Of Wedmore Bowls Club0.0 km
- The Post & Wicket @ The Sports Pavillion0.0 km
- Wedmore Masonic Club0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Pumpkin Delicatessen & Cafe0.9 km
- Table 80.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Highbridge & Burnham10.6 km
- Glastonbury Bus11.2 km
- Bridgwater16.0 km
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Postcode Profile: BS284BS · Data under Open Government Licence