Rodmore Road is in Evercreech, Shepton Mallet and in Somerset district. BA4 6JL is located in the Mendip South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Somerton and Frome. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Rodmore Road, Evercreech, Shepton Mallet, BA4 6JL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BA4 6HT, BA4 6JJ, BA4 6JX, BA4 6HU, BA4 6JA, BA4 6HX, BA4 6HR, BA4 6JQ, BA4 6JB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BA4 6JL is primarily male, with 53.7% of the population being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.2% | 46.3% | -2.9% | 51.0% | -4.7% |
| Male | 50.8% | 53.7% | 2.9% | 49.0% | 4.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 29.8% | 31.8% | 2.0% | 37.9% | -6.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.9% | 46.9% | -5.0% | 44.2% | 2.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 2.9% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 10.5% | 12.3% | 1.8% | 9.1% | 3.2% |
| Widowed | 4.7% | 6.1% | 1.4% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 46.8% | 45.1% | -1.7% | 48.4% | -3.3% |
| Good health | 36.5% | 37% | 0.5% | 33.6% | 3.4% |
| Fair health | 12.8% | 14.3% | 1.5% | 12.7% | 1.6% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 3.6% | 0.3% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.3% | 14.4% | -4.9% | 18.2% | -3.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.6% | 10.1% | -7.5% | 9.6% | 0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.9% | 13.7% | -1.2% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 10.1% | 7.0% | 5.3% | 4.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.2% | 16.6% | 4.4% | 16.9% | -0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.5% | 35% | 6.5% | 33.8% | 1.2% |
| Other | 4.4% | 0% | -4.4% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.7% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.4% | 97.7% | -1.7% | 81.4% | 16.3% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 92.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93% | 92.9% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| European Union | 3.3% | 2.6% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.8% | 2.3% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 1% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.4% | 92.9% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 5.8% | 5.5% | 9.8% | -4.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.1% | 0.6% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.2% | 0.6% | -4.6% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.5% | 76.7% | 10.8% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 10.3% | 13.5% | -3.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.7% | 37.2% | -2.5% |
| Christian | 61.7% | 46.2% | 15.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.2% | 6.0% | -2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rodmore Road was 27.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 38.2% lower than the Mendip Central and East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Rodmore Road has the 17th lowest crime rate of 48 local areas in Mendip Central and East and the 477th lowest crime rate of 1,848 local areas in Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about 0.0%.
Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 54% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Rodmore Road, Shepton Mallet, Somerset Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £118,000 | 2021-10-29 | £122,380 |
| 6 Rodmore Road, Shepton Mallet, Somerset Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £118,500 | 2020-04-01 | £136,620 |
| 6 Rodmore Road, Shepton Mallet, Somerset Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £75,500 | 2014-05-02 | £102,905 |
| 4 Rodmore Road, Shepton Mallet, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2014-01-10 | £296,661 |
| 1 Rodmore Road, Shepton Mallet, Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2009-07-31 | £480,392 |
BA4 6JL area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 14% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
BA4 6JL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in BA4 6JL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 101 |
| Retired | 84 |
| Self-Employed | 38 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Other | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Education | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evercreech Church of England Primary School Paradise Crescent , Evercreech BA4 6EH | 3out of 4 | 788 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ditcheat Primary School Ditcheat , BA4 6RB | 3out of 4 | 3,549 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aldhelm's Church of England Primary School Chelynch Park , BA4 4PL | 3out of 4 | 5,273 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bruton Primary School Higher Backway , BA10 0DP | 3out of 4 | 5,431 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Mendip School Edmund Rack Road , Prestleigh BA4 4FZ | 3out of 4 | 2,119 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bell Inn | Bruton Road, Evercreech | 290 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evercreech Plaice | Veronica Cottage, High Street | 227 yd | |
| Heathercreech Kitchen | Crusty Corner Bakers, Victoria Square | 463 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Food | Co-Operative Food Stores, Victoria Square | 463 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Evercrech Playing Fields (Closed) Queens Road | grass pitches | 659 yd |
| Evercreech Sports Club PECKING MILL PECKING MILL | grass pitches | 764 yd |
| Evercreech C Of E Primary School PARADISE CRESCENT | grass pitches | 841 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 39.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 39 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 54.78 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 54.78 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 12.21 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.