Ivythorn Road is in Street and in Somerset district. BA16 0TE is located in the Street electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wells. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ivythorn Road, Street, BA16 0TE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BA16 0TH, BA16 0LA, BA16 0TF, BA16 0QP, BA16 0LB, BA16 0TQ, BA16 0TG, BA16 0QW, BA16 0JL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BA16 0TE has a slightly higher male population, with 50.4% of residents 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 | 52.3% | 49.6% | -2.7% | 51.0% | -1.4% |
| Male | 47.7% | 50.4% | 2.7% | 49.0% | 1.4% |
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 | 36.4% | 37.2% | 0.8% | 37.9% | -0.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.4% | 42.7% | -1.7% | 44.2% | -1.5% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 0.9% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 10.9% | 10.6% | -0.3% | 9.1% | 1.5% |
| Widowed | 6.7% | 8.7% | 2.0% | 6.1% | 2.6% |
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 | 42.3% | 40.2% | -2.1% | 48.4% | -8.2% |
| Good health | 37.7% | 37.5% | -0.2% | 33.6% | 3.9% |
| Fair health | 16.7% | 17.5% | 0.8% | 12.7% | 4.8% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 4.8% | 2.3% | 4.0% | 0.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 20.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.7% | 21.9% | -7.8% | 18.2% | 3.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.5% | 12.8% | -2.7% | 9.6% | 3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 24.7% | 16% | -8.7% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.9% | 5.9% | 0.0% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.9% | 18.3% | 7.4% | 16.9% | 1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 10% | 20.5% | 10.5% | 33.8% | -13.3% |
| Other | 3.3% | 4.6% | 1.3% | 2.8% | 1.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.2% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 99.3% | 97.2% | -2.1% | 81.4% | 15.8% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
In this area, 94.9% 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 | 97.2% | 94.9% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 3.1% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.4% | 94.5% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -6.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0.8% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.1% | 76.7% | -3.6% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Romania | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 23.3% | 13.5% | 9.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.8% | 37.2% | 10.6% |
| Christian | 48.2% | 46.2% | 2.0% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ivythorn Road was 59.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 5.9% lower than the Street average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Ivythorn Road has the 10th lowest crime rate of 28 local areas in Street and the 767th highest crime rate of 1,848 local areas in Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 29.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -69.2%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Ivythorn Road, Street, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2023-01-05 | £276,925 |
| Orchard House Ivythorn Road, Street, Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2018-11-23 | £449,372 |
| 6 Ivythorn Road, Street, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2018-07-19 | £260,207 |
| 3 Ivythorn Road, Street, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £247,500 | 2018-04-13 | £324,945 |
| 15 Ivythorn Road, Street, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2015-05-01 | £294,354 |
BA16 0TE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 BA16 0TE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 69 |
| Full-Time Employee | 66 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 41 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Education | 16 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hindhayes Infant School Leigh Road , BA16 0HB | 3out of 4 | 550 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brookside Community Primary School Brooks Road , BA16 0PR | 3out of 4 | 728 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Elmhurst Junior School Elmhurst Lane , BA16 0HH | 2out of 4 | 974 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Walton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Meadow Lane , Walton BA16 9LA | 4out of 4 | 2,078 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Benedict's Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior School Benedict Street , BA6 9EX | 3out of 4 | 3,593 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crispin School Academy Church Road , BA16 0AD | 3out of 4 | 1,385 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Dunstan's School Wells Road , BA6 9BY | 3out of 4 | 4,342 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Strode College Church Road , BA16 0AB | - not rated | 1,357 yd | Further education | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avalon School Brooks Road , BA16 0PS | 3out of 4 | 826 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Millfield School Butleigh Road , BA16 0YD | - not rated | 1,113 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tor School Beckery New Road , BA6 9NS | 3out of 4 | 2,907 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Compton Dundon School School Lane , Compton Dundon TA11 6TE | - not rated | 3,815 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Millfield Preparatory School Edgarley Hall , BA6 8LD | - not rated | 4,622 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thai Elephant | 166 High Street | 523 yd | |
| Saffron | 168-170 High Street | 524 yd | |
| Break N Dish Ltd | Triangle Snooker Club, The Bayliss Centre, 147 High Street | 609 yd | |
| Peggys Diner | 2 The Bayliss Centre, 147 High Street | 609 yd | |
| Fondo Lounge | 107 High Street | 678 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The King Alfred | The King Alfred, 38 Leigh Road | 511 yd | |
| Victoria Field Social Club Ltd | Victoria Club, Leigh Road | 517 yd | |
| The Lantokay | 111-113 High Street | 669 yd | |
| Unity Club (Street) Ltd | Unity Club (Street), Leigh Road | 738 yd | |
| Royal British Legion Club | The Royal British Legion, 3-5 Farm Road | 861 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Fish and Chips | 45 Silver Road | 311 yd | |
| Tipsy Pickle | 139 High Street | 620 yd | |
| Street Kebab House | 133 High Street | 627 yd | |
| Ocean House | 128B High Street | 630 yd | |
| Rams Kebab | 134 High Street | 633 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Street | John Thorners Farm Shop, West End | 919 yd | |
| Whittard of Chelsea | Unit 4b, Clarks Village | 944 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fitness Factory (Street) (Closed) Leigh Road | health and fitness suite | 135 yd |
| The Tannery Ground (Street Fc) TANNERY GROUND TANNERY GROUND MIDDLE BROOKS | grass pitches | 482 yd |
| Victoria Field Sports And Social Club Leigh Road | grass pitches, indoor bowls, squash courts, tennis courts | 633 yd |
| Brookside Academy BROOKS ROAD | grass pitches | 768 yd |
| Avalon School Brooks Road | 844 yd | |
| Greenbank Swimming Pool GREENBANK SWIMMING POOL GREENBANK SWIMMING POOL WILFRID ROAD | swimming pool | 904 yd |
| Elmhurst Junior School ELMHURST LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 950 yd |
| Millfield Senior School Gipsy Lane | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 951 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 | 47.6% |
| 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 | 52.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 42.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 65.24 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 65.24 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.