Postcode Analysis Mendip, South West

HOBBS ROAD, BA4 4LS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOBBS ROAD, BA4 4LS.

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Population

251

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Avg Age

34

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Avg Income

£ 44,800 /yr

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Employed

62%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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5/10
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3/10
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4/10
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10/10
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7/10
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6/10
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1/10
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5/10
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3/10
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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.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

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.

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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

White / British93.8%
Asian / British Asian6.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

62%Active
FT: 46%
Unemployed: 0%
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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.

Violence and sexual offences27
Anti-social behaviour10
Shoplifting8
Criminal damage and arson7
Public order4

school Local Schools

S

Whitstone

Good559 pupils1.0 km
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St Paul's Church of England VC Junior School

Good316 pupils1.2 km
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Shepton Mallet Community Infants' School & Nursery

Good223 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • The Highwayman Inn0.6 km
  • The Well Inn0.6 km
  • The Charlton Inn0.8 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Middleton House B & B0.9 km
  • Priory0.8 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Bannatynes0.8 km
  • Dobbies Garden World0.6 km
  • Whitstones Traditional Fish & Chips0.6 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • B & M Stores0.4 km
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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