BA4 4FS is a safe, established residential area on Bourke Road, 0.6km from Cannard's Grave in Mendip. Administratively it sits within Shepton Mallet ward and the Wells constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a rural with mining or quarrying zone — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 37) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 69% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £301k.
Census 2021 statistics for BA4 4FS are sourced from Output Area E00148020 (shared with 30 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BOURKE ROAD, BA4 4FS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BOURKE ROAD, BA4 4FS.
460
37
£ 44,800 /yr
62%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
BA4 4FS is an established family neighbourhood — 69% owner-occupation and an average age of 37 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BA4 4FS. The average age is 37.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 278,000
10 sales · Mean £ 327,800
Terraced
£ 188,250
12 sales · Mean £ 196,700
Flat
£ 171,725
2 sales · Mean £ 171,725
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BA4 4FS has low crime rates — 26 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
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The Highwayman Inn0.4 km
- The Well Inn0.4 km
- The Charlton Inn1.0 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Middleton House B & B0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Bannatynes1.0 km
- Dobbies Garden World0.7 km
- Whitstones Traditional Fish & Chips0.8 km
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- B & M Stores0.6 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- The Co-operative Shepton0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Castle Cary8.9 km
- Bruton9.8 km
- Glastonbury Bus12.9 km
Bus Stops
- Somerville Close0.4 km
- Somerville Close0.4 km
- Highwayman Inn0.4 km
- Highwayman Inn0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: BA44FS · Data under Open Government Licence