Overleigh is in Street and in Somerset district. BA16 0TR 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 Overleigh, Street, BA16 0TR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BA16 0TP, BA16 0TL, BA16 0TG, BA16 0QW, BA16 0QS, BA16 0TQ, BA16 0SL, BA16 0TJ, BA16 0TF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BA16 0TR has a slightly higher male population, with 51.3% 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% | 48.7% | -3.3% | 51.0% | -2.3% |
| Male | 48% | 51.3% | 3.3% | 49.0% | 2.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of BA16 0TR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.9% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 25.6% | 25.1% | -0.5% | 37.9% | -12.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56% | 58.9% | 2.9% | 44.2% | 14.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 1.5% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 10.2% | 7.3% | -2.9% | 9.1% | -1.8% |
| Widowed | 6% | 5.8% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
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 | 55.4% | 51.1% | -4.3% | 48.4% | 2.7% |
| Good health | 28.6% | 33.2% | 4.6% | 33.6% | -0.4% |
| Fair health | 12.9% | 10.5% | -2.4% | 12.7% | -2.2% |
| Bad health | 1.5% | 4.5% | 3.0% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 0.6% | -0.9% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 | 18.8% | 16.2% | -2.6% | 18.2% | -2.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.5% | 12.5% | -4.0% | 9.6% | 2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.4% | 16.5% | -1.9% | 13.4% | 3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 5.9% | 0.6% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.5% | 18.8% | 8.3% | 16.9% | 1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.9% | 29% | 3.1% | 33.8% | -4.8% |
| Other | 4.5% | 1.1% | -3.4% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.9% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 99.7% | 98.9% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 17.5% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 97.2% 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 | 96% | 97.2% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 1.7% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| Oceania | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96% | 97.7% | 1.7% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.2% | 76.7% | 6.5% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 16.5% | 13.5% | 3.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.2% | 37.2% | 3.0% |
| Christian | 53.8% | 46.2% | 7.6% |
| Other religion | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Overleigh was 22.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 85.1% lower than the Glastonbury average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Overleigh has the 12th lowest crime rate of 53 local areas in Glastonbury and the 371st lowest crime rate of 1,848 local areas in Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 5.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -12.5%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 56% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Overleigh, Street, Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2025-08-01 | £302,128 |
| 39 Overleigh, Street, Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £232,500 | 2023-09-14 | £234,386 |
| 23 Overleigh, Street, Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £595,000 | 2023-07-24 | £603,623 |
| Portleigh Barn Overleigh, Street, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £525,000 | 2021-08-19 | £610,479 |
| 31 Overleigh, Street, Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2021-05-17 | £173,776 |
BA16 0TR area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 5% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 17% 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.
BA16 0TR 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 77 |
| Retired | 69 |
| Self-Employed | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 50 |
| Education | 43 |
| Construction | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Other | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brookside Community Primary School Brooks Road , BA16 0PR | 3out of 4 | 655 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hindhayes Infant School Leigh Road , BA16 0HB | 3out of 4 | 739 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Elmhurst Junior School Elmhurst Lane , BA16 0HH | 2out of 4 | 1,140 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Walton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Meadow Lane , Walton BA16 9LA | 4out of 4 | 2,241 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 | 3,824 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 | 1,609 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Dunstan's School Wells Road , BA6 9BY | 3out of 4 | 4,579 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 | 1,584 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 | 693 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Millfield School Butleigh Road , BA16 0YD | - not rated | 1,149 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tor School Beckery New Road , BA6 9NS | 3out of 4 | 3,175 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Compton Dundon School School Lane , Compton Dundon TA11 6TE | - not rated | 3,518 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Millfield Preparatory School Edgarley Hall , BA6 8LD | - not rated | 4,703 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saffron | 168-170 High Street | 823 yd | |
| Thai Elephant | 166 High Street | 823 yd | |
| Lavender Country Kitchen Ltd | 63 Stonehill | 850 yd | |
| Break N Dish Ltd | Triangle Snooker Club, The Bayliss Centre, 147 High Street | 918 yd | |
| Peggys Diner | 2 The Bayliss Centre, 147 High Street | 918 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The King Alfred | The King Alfred, 38 Leigh Road | 774 yd | |
| Victoria Field Social Club Ltd | Victoria Club, Leigh Road | 782 yd | |
| The Lantokay | 111-113 High Street | 973 yd | |
| Unity Club (Street) Ltd | Unity Club (Street), Leigh Road | 1,015 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Fish and Chips | 45 Silver Road | 620 yd | |
| Lavender Country Kitchen | 63 Stonehill | 850 yd | |
| Tipsy Pickle | 139 High Street | 929 yd | |
| Street Kebab House | 133 High Street | 935 yd | |
| Ocean House | 128B High Street | 939 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Tannery Ground (Street Fc) TANNERY GROUND TANNERY GROUND MIDDLE BROOKS | grass pitches | 309 yd |
| Fitness Factory (Street) (Closed) Leigh Road | health and fitness suite | 391 yd |
| Brookside Academy BROOKS ROAD | grass pitches | 737 yd |
| Avalon School Brooks Road | 753 yd | |
| Victoria Field Sports And Social Club Leigh Road | grass pitches, indoor bowls, squash courts, tennis courts | 852 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 | 1,034 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 | 73.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 5.3% |
| 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 | 51.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 50.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 157.93 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 157.93 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 22.44 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.