BA4 4LS is a safe, established residential area on Hobbs Road, 0.8km from Cannard's Grave in Shepton Mallet. Administratively it sits within Shepton Mallet ward and the Wells constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — an area with a high proportion of elderly residents, often in communal housing. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. An average age of 34 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 58% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. Employment levels are high (46% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £282k.
Census 2021 statistics for BA4 4LS are sourced from Output Area E00165858 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HOBBS ROAD, BA4 4LS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOBBS ROAD, BA4 4LS.
251
34
£ 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
No single demographic signal dominates BA4 4LS — age 34, 58% ownership, 26% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BA4 4LS. The average age is 34.1. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 282,000
2 sales · Mean £ 282,000
Flat
£ 132,000
2 sales · Mean £ 132,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BA4 4LS has low crime rates — 22 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
Shepton Mallet Community Infants' School & Nursery
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The Highwayman Inn0.6 km
- The Well Inn0.6 km
- The Charlton Inn0.8 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Middleton House B & B0.9 km
- Priory0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Bannatynes0.8 km
- Dobbies Garden World0.6 km
- Whitstones Traditional Fish & Chips0.6 km
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- B & M Stores0.4 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- The Co-operative Shepton0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Castle Cary9.1 km
- Bruton9.9 km
- Glastonbury Bus12.9 km
Bus Stops
- Somerville Close0.2 km
- Somerville Close0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BA44LS · Data under Open Government Licence