BS39 4DR is a safe, established residential area on Short Lane, 0.6km from Pensford in Pensford. Administratively it sits within Publow & Whitchurch ward and the North East Somerset constituency.
For serious buyers, BS39 4DR is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. A balanced community with an average age of 45 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 74% 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 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £385k.
Census 2021 statistics for BS39 4DR are sourced from Output Area E00072966 (shared with 33 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SHORT LANE, BS39 4DR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SHORT LANE, BS39 4DR.
344
45
£ 51,900 /yr
53%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BS39 4DR is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. BS39 4DR spans multiple life stages — average age 45, moderate ownership and renting. £385k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BS39 4DR. The average age is 44.7. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 385,000
1 sales · Mean £ 385,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
BS39 4DR has low crime rates — 12 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Pensford Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Pensford Post Office0.5 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Hollies B&B0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The George And Dragon0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Keynsham6.6 km
- Parson Street8.5 km
- Bedminster8.7 km
Bus Stops
- Hillcrest0.1 km
- Hillcrest0.1 km
- Hillcrest Top0.2 km
- Hillcrest Top0.2 km
- Pensford Bridge0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: BS394DR · Data under Open Government Licence