BA4 5NJ is a safe, established residential area on Victoria Grove, 0.6km from Charlton in Shepton Mallet. 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. The daytime character shifts — manufacturing, transport, and it with higher status mix. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 75% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £241k.
Census 2021 statistics for BA4 5NJ are sourced from Output Area E00148021 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
VICTORIA GROVE, BA4 5NJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for VICTORIA GROVE, BA4 5NJ.
308
42
£ 49,800 /yr
57%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BA4 5NJ represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates BA4 5NJ — age 42, 75% ownership, 17% 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 5NJ. The average age is 41.6. 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
Semi-Detached
£ 215,000
13 sales · Mean £ 206,842
Terraced
£ 207,500
12 sales · Mean £ 208,183
Detached
£ 316,250
2 sales · Mean £ 316,250
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BA4 5NJ has low crime rates — 15 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
Whitstone
St Paul's Church of England VC Junior School
Shepton Mallet Community Infants' School & Nursery
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
15 nearby- Bannatynes0.8 km
- Aurora Kusina Ltd0.9 km
- Collett Park Cafe0.8 km
- Dobbies Garden World0.7 km
- Drovers0.9 km
- + 10 more
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- B & M Stores0.7 km
- Dan Market Ltd0.9 km
- Glow Skin Care Clinic0.9 km
- Kubus Polish Ltd0.9 km
- McColls0.9 km
- + 3 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Longbridge House Bed and Breakfast1.0 km
- Maplestone Hall0.6 km
- Priory0.3 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Pillars 5010.9 km
- Rosemary0.9 km
- The Charlton Inn0.1 km
- The Kings Arms0.6 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- The Co-operative Shepton0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Domino's Pizza0.9 km
- Hong Kong Garden0.9 km
- Shepton Mallet Kebab House0.9 km
- Sunrise Chinese Takeaway0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Castle Cary10.0 km
- Bruton10.6 km
- Glastonbury Bus13.3 km
Bus Stops
- Charlton Inn Car Park0.1 km
- Esso Station0.2 km
- Charlton Inn0.2 km
- Charlton Inn0.2 km
- Collett Avenue0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: BA45NJ · Data under Open Government Licence