Tor View Avenue is in Glastonbury and in Somerset district. BA6 8AE is located in the Glastonbury electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wells. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Tor View Avenue, Glastonbury, BA6 8AE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BA6 8AN, BA6 8AS, BA6 8AW, BA6 8AL, BA6 8AF, BA6 8AQ, BA6 8AH, BA6 9EG, BA6 9EQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BA6 8AE, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.7% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.5% | 55.7% | 2.2% | 51.0% | 4.7% |
| Male | 46.5% | 44.3% | -2.2% | 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 | 35.6% | 31.2% | -4.4% | 37.9% | -6.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.7% | 39.2% | -2.5% | 44.2% | -5.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 2.1% | 1.2% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 14.4% | 17.5% | 3.1% | 9.1% | 8.4% |
| Widowed | 7.4% | 9.5% | 2.1% | 6.1% | 3.4% |
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 | 35.3% | 38.2% | 2.9% | 48.4% | -10.2% |
| Good health | 39% | 37.3% | -1.7% | 33.6% | 3.7% |
| Fair health | 18.7% | 19.8% | 1.1% | 12.7% | 7.1% |
| Bad health | 5.8% | 3.3% | -2.5% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1.4% | 0.2% | 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 | 22.2% | 17.8% | -4.4% | 18.2% | -0.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.4% | 6.8% | -6.6% | 9.6% | -2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19% | 9.4% | -9.6% | 13.4% | -4.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.6% | 6.3% | 0.7% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.9% | 17.8% | 3.9% | 16.9% | 0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.1% | 41.4% | 17.3% | 33.8% | 7.6% |
| Other | 1.9% | 0.5% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -2.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 99.6% | 98.6% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 17.2% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
In this area, 90% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.8% | 90% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 6.8% |
| European Union | 4.1% | 4.7% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 2.4% | 2.0% | 0.3% | 2.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.4% | 89.6% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 6.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 6.1% | 5.7% | 9.8% | -3.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 1.9% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.6% | 0.5% | -4.1% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.5% | 76.7% | -1.2% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Central and South America | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Oceania | 1.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% |
| No passport held | 17.9% | 13.5% | 4.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.2% | 37.2% | -1.0% |
| Christian | 39% | 46.2% | -7.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Other religion | 11.7% | 0.6% | 11.1% |
| Not answered | 12.2% | 6.0% | 6.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Tor View Avenue was 17.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 88.9% lower than the Glastonbury average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Tor View Avenue has the 10th lowest crime rate of 54 local areas in Glastonbury and the 244th lowest crime rate of 1,846 local areas in Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -38.1%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 73% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Tor View Avenue, Glastonbury, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2023-10-16 | £360,364 |
| The Rose House, 19 Tor View Avenue, Glastonbury, Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £383,200 | 2022-06-28 | £383,200 |
| 8 Tor View Avenue, Glastonbury, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2016-03-11 | £251,929 |
| 31 Tor View Avenue, Glastonbury, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £194,950 | 2014-12-19 | £302,677 |
| 25 Tor View Avenue, Glastonbury, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2014-10-16 | £375,667 |
The percentage of retired residents living in BA6 8AE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 39% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 75 |
| Full-Time Employee | 33 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Education | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Benedict's Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior School Benedict Street , BA6 9EX | 3out of 4 | 575 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Infants School High Street , BA6 9DR | - not rated | 711 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Elmhurst Junior School Elmhurst Lane , BA16 0HH | - not rated | 2,257 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Elmhurst Junior School Elmhurst Lane , BA16 0HH | 3out of 4 | 2,257 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hindhayes Infant School Leigh Road , BA16 0HB | - not rated | 2,656 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Dunstan's Community School Wells Road , BA6 9BY | - not rated | 1,295 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Dunstan's School Wells Road , BA6 9BY | 3out of 4 | 1,295 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Crispin School Church Road , BA16 0AD | - not rated | 1,804 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Crispin School Academy Church Road , BA16 0AD | 3out of 4 | 1,804 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 | 1,833 yd | Further education | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Millfield Pre-Preparatory School Magdalene Street , BA6 9EJ | - not rated | 330 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairfield Montessori School 76 Benedict Street , BA6 9EZ | - not rated | 741 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Mendip Centre Beckery New Road , BA6 9NS | - not rated | 1,026 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tor School Beckery New Road , BA6 9NS | 3out of 4 | 1,026 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cedar School Friends Meeting House , BA16 0EB | - not rated | 2,055 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peace Gardens Cafe | 1 The Roman Way | 470 yd | |
| Abbey Tea Rooms | 16 Magdalene Street | 507 yd | |
| Lazy Gecko Cafe | 8 Magdalene Street | 521 yd | |
| GIGIS | 2 Magdalene Street | 521 yd | |
| Tin Pot Pasty Co | 6 Magdalene Street | 551 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| King Arthur | 31-33 Benedict Street | 519 yd | |
| The Market House | The Market House Inn, 12-14 Magdalene Street | 521 yd | |
| The Mitre | 27 Benedict Street | 540 yd | |
| Town Hall | Magdalene Street | 551 yd | |
| King William Inn | King William Inn, 19 Market Place | 619 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Tor Takeaway | 22 Magdalene Street | 493 yd | |
| Glastonbury Community Fridge | Town Hall, Magdalene Street | 551 yd | |
| Papa Johns | 17-18 Market Place | 609 yd | |
| Cinnamon Spice | 21 Northload Street | 701 yd | |
| Oriental Chef | 76 High Street | 779 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons | Morrisons Supermarket, Street Road | 411 yd | |
| The Co-operative Food | 32-34 High Street | 673 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Supermarket, Wirral Park Road | 898 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Tor Sports And Leisure Centre DRILL HALL COTTAGE DRILL HALL COTTAGE STREET ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 411 yd |
| Train Station Gym (Glastonbury) UNIT 14-15 UNIT 14-15 DYEHOUSE LANE | health and fitness suite | 935 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 | 85.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 85.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 85.7% |
| 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 | 35.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 34.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 63.54 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 63.54 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.