Uphills is in Bruton and in Somerset district. BA10 0ES is located in the Wincanton & Bruton 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 Uphills, Bruton, BA10 0ES and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BA10 0JA, BA10 0HQ, BA10 0ER, BA10 0EL, BA10 0EN, BA10 0HE, BA10 0HF, BA10 0EU, BA10 0HD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BA10 0ES is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.3% | 51.9% | -0.4% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 47.7% | 48.1% | 0.4% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 | 29.6% | 40.2% | 10.6% | 37.9% | 2.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.8% | 38.9% | -5.9% | 44.2% | -5.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 1.7% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 13% | 11.3% | -1.7% | 9.1% | 2.2% |
| Widowed | 9.4% | 7.1% | -2.3% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
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 | 48.4% | 47.1% | -1.3% | 48.4% | -1.3% |
| Good health | 36.6% | 37% | 0.4% | 33.6% | 3.4% |
| Fair health | 10.8% | 11.8% | 1.0% | 12.7% | -0.9% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 2.8% | -0.7% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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 | 18.4% | 15.1% | -3.3% | 18.2% | -3.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.7% | 7.5% | -4.2% | 9.6% | -2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.1% | 14.2% | -1.9% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 2.9% | -0.7% | 5.3% | -2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.3% | 18.4% | 4.1% | 16.9% | 1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.4% | 41.8% | 10.4% | 33.8% | 8.0% |
| Other | 4.5% | 0% | -4.5% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.7% | 96.9% | -2.8% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
| Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 94.1% 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 | 91.3% | 94.1% | 2.8% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 2.8% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.8% | 1% | -1.8% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.9% | 93.8% | 2.9% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.2% | 5.2% | 9.8% | -4.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.7% | 0.3% | -7.4% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.6% | 76.7% | 4.9% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 16.4% | 13.5% | 2.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.2% | 37.2% | 7.0% |
| Christian | 42.8% | 46.2% | -3.4% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Other religion | 2.5% | 0.6% | 1.9% |
| Not answered | 8.8% | 6.0% | 2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Uphills was 103.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 100.6% higher than the Castle Cary average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Uphills has the 5th highest crime rate of 42 local areas in Castle Cary and the 437th highest crime rate of 1,848 local areas in Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 34.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -44.3%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 63% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bruton Dental Practice Uphills, Bruton, Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2024-10-29 | £204,807 |
| 11 Uphills, Bruton, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £280,185 | 2024-03-01 | £297,623 |
| 23 Uphills, Bruton, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2022-08-17 | £157,503 |
| 34 Uphills, Bruton, Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £189,950 | 2018-10-22 | £240,217 |
| 29 Uphills, Bruton, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2018-09-24 | £274,753 |
BA10 0ES area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 3% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 19% 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.
BA10 0ES 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 69 |
| Retired | 52 |
| Self-Employed | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Education | 33 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Other | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bruton Primary School Higher Backway , BA10 0DP | 3out of 4 | 318 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sexey's School Cole Road , BA10 0DF | 1out of 4 | 1,360 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ansford Academy Maggs Lane , BA7 7JJ | 3out of 4 | 5,129 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| King's Bruton Plox , BA10 0ED | - not rated | 545 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bruton School for Girls Sunny Hill , BA10 0NT | - not rated | 2,225 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Old Pharmacy | 3 High Street | 261 yd | |
| The Sun Inn Takeaway | 33 High Street | 348 yd | |
| Stripy Duck | 35 High Street | 348 yd | |
| Cat's Cafe | 23 High Street | 348 yd | |
| At The Chapel | 28 High Street | 355 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bruton Unionist Club | Quaperlake Street | 102 yd | |
| The Sun Inn | 33 High Street | 348 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rickshaw | Unit 1 The Showroom, West End | 758 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| King'S School PLOX | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 451 yd |
| Kings School Sports Field Station Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 524 yd |
| Jubilee Park COXS CLOSE | grass pitches | 789 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 50.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 48.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 77.73 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 77.73 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 19.81 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.