Meare Road is in Glastonbury and in Somerset district. BA6 9SZ is located in the Mendip West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wells. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Meare Road, Glastonbury, BA6 9SZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BA6 9SZ has a slightly higher male population, with 51.6% 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 | 50% | 48.4% | -1.6% | 51.0% | -2.6% |
| Male | 50% | 51.6% | 1.6% | 49.0% | 2.6% |
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 BA6 9SZ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.3% 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 | 22.9% | 32.4% | 9.5% | 37.9% | -5.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.1% | 58.3% | -0.8% | 44.2% | 14.1% |
| Separated | 2% | 2.8% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 7.9% | 2.8% | -5.1% | 9.1% | -6.3% |
| Widowed | 8.1% | 3.7% | -4.4% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
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 | 44.5% | 42.2% | -2.3% | 48.4% | -6.2% |
| Good health | 39.1% | 35.9% | -3.2% | 33.6% | 2.3% |
| Fair health | 12.2% | 18% | 5.8% | 12.7% | 5.3% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 3.9% | 1.2% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 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 | 22.2% | 21.8% | -0.4% | 18.2% | 3.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.8% | 11.8% | -2.0% | 9.6% | 2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.8% | 17.3% | 2.5% | 13.4% | 3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 2.7% | -0.7% | 5.3% | -2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.1% | 20% | 8.9% | 16.9% | 3.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.8% | 25.5% | -5.3% | 33.8% | -8.3% |
| Other | 3.9% | 0.9% | -3.0% | 2.8% | -1.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93% 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 | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.9% | 93% | -5.9% | 81.4% | 11.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 5.5% | 5.5% | 0.1% | 5.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 96.9% 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 | 96.2% | 96.9% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 2.3% | 1.5% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.8% | 96.9% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 9.8% | -9.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 2.3% | 1.7% | 2.9% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 0% | -3.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76% | 76.7% | -0.7% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| No passport held | 22.5% | 13.5% | 9.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.9% | 37.2% | -1.3% |
| Christian | 49.2% | 46.2% | 3.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Not answered | 13.3% | 6.0% | 7.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Meare Road was 43.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 71.6% lower than the Glastonbury average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Meare Road has the 24th lowest crime rate of 53 local areas in Glastonbury and the 830th lowest crime rate of 1,848 local areas in Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 28.2%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cold Harbour Farm Meare Road, Glastonbury, Somerset Other, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2019-10-11 | £151,775 |
| Cold Harbour Cottage Meare Road, Glastonbury, Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2018-12-13 | £277,358 |
| 1 Meare Road, Glastonbury, Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2016-10-03 | £258,252 |
| Cold Harbour Cottage Meare Road, Glastonbury, Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2012-04-10 | £334,471 |
| 1 Meare Road, Glastonbury, Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2002-12-09 | £379,425 |
BA6 9SZ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Less than 1% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 24% 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.
BA6 9SZ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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.
| Retired | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Full-Time Employee | 21 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Other | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 48 |
| Education | 40 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
| Construction | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 20 |
| Other | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Mining and quarrying | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 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 | 2,552 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Infants School High Street , BA6 9DR | 3out of 4 | 2,680 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Meare Village Primary School St Mary's Road , Meare BA6 9SP | 4out of 4 | 2,935 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Elmhurst Junior School Elmhurst Lane , BA16 0HH | 2out of 4 | 4,320 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hindhayes Infant School Leigh Road , BA16 0HB | 3out of 4 | 4,525 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Dunstan's School Wells Road , BA6 9BY | 3out of 4 | 2,336 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Crispin School Academy Church Road , BA16 0AD | 3out of 4 | 3,802 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 | 3,806 yd | Further education | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tor School Beckery New Road , BA6 9NS | 3out of 4 | 2,305 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbot's Way School St Mary's Road , Meare BA6 9SR | - not rated | 3,446 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Millfield School Butleigh Road , BA16 0YD | - not rated | 4,752 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Millfield Preparatory School Edgarley Hall , BA6 8LD | - not rated | 5,019 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 33.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 33.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 33.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 33.3% |
| 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 | 66.7% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 66.7% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.