Barrows Road is in Cheddar and in Somerset district. BS27 3BA is located in the Cheddar electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wells. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Barrows Road, Cheddar, BS27 3BA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BS27 3BD, BS27 3FD, BS27 3BE, BS27 3HR, BS27 3HZ, BS27 3HS, BS27 3FL, BS27 3AZ, BS27 3BQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BS27 3BA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.1% | 51.6% | -2.5% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 45.9% | 48.4% | 2.5% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
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 | 21.9% | 25.8% | 3.9% | 37.9% | -12.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.1% | 50.1% | -8.0% | 44.2% | 5.9% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 3.1% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 3.9% | 4.7% | 0.8% | 9.1% | -4.4% |
| Widowed | 13.8% | 16.2% | 2.4% | 6.1% | 10.1% |
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 | 46.2% | 47.1% | 0.9% | 48.4% | -1.3% |
| Good health | 36.4% | 35.3% | -1.1% | 33.6% | 1.7% |
| Fair health | 14.6% | 14.2% | -0.4% | 12.7% | 1.5% |
| Bad health | 2.1% | 2.7% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 28.4% | 20.3% | -8.1% | 18.2% | 2.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.5% | 9.9% | -1.6% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.9% | 12.5% | -2.4% | 13.4% | -0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 5.5% | 2.1% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7% | 12.2% | 5.2% | 16.9% | -4.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.7% | 36.5% | 4.8% | 33.8% | 2.7% |
| Other | 3.1% | 3.1% | 0.0% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.2% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| White | 99.3% | 98% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 16.6% |
In this area, 93.4% 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 | 95.4% | 93.4% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 10.2% |
| European Union | 2.6% | 3.1% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 1.3% | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.9% | 94% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| 10+ Years | 1.6% | 5.6% | 4.0% | 9.8% | -4.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.4% | 76.7% | 2.7% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| France | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Germany | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 17.7% | 13.5% | 4.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.9% | 37.2% | -3.3% |
| Christian | 59.9% | 46.2% | 13.7% |
| Jewish | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Barrows Road was 42.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 25.8% lower than the Cheddar average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Barrows Road has the 13th highest crime rate of 29 local areas in Cheddar and the 810th lowest crime rate of 1,848 local areas in Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -47.3%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ravenscroft Barrows Road, Cheddar, Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £495,000 | 2020-08-20 | £598,889 |
| Lombardi, 38 Barrows Road, Cheddar, Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £660,000 | 2017-04-10 | £878,804 |
| The Lindens Barrows Road, Cheddar, Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £485,000 | 2014-12-05 | £741,498 |
| Midvale Barrows Road, Cheddar, Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £470,000 | 2013-01-31 | £778,041 |
BS27 3BA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 BS27 3BA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 45% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 171 |
| Full-Time Employee | 69 |
| Part-Time Employee | 51 |
| Self-Employed | 35 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Other | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Education | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 17 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheddar First School Hillfield , The Hayes BS27 3HN | - not rated | 441 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Axbridge Church of England First School Academy Moorland Street , BS26 2BA | 4out of 4 | 2,555 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Draycott & Rodney Stoke Church of England First School Draycott , BS27 3SD | - not rated | 3,595 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Shipham Church of England First School Turnpike Road , Shipham BS25 1TX | - not rated | 4,321 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Weare Academy First School Notting Hill Way , BS26 2JS | 4out of 4 | 5,099 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Kings of Wessex Academy Station Road , BS27 3AQ | 3out of 4 | 856 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairlands Middle School Masons Way , BS27 3PG | - not rated | 1,209 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sidcot School Oakridge Lane , BS25 1PD | - not rated | 4,845 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Travis Perkins Trading Co Ltd | Valley Line Industrial Park, Wedmore Road | 605 yd | |
| The Cheddar Cakery | 7 Cliff Street | 664 yd | |
| Ocean Adventurers | Unit 11 Cheddar Business Park, Wedmore Road | 716 yd | |
| Cheddar Fish Bar & Restaurant | Cliff Street | 740 yd | |
| Lattetude Coffee Co | Kings Fitness & Leisure, Station Road | 758 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Kings Head | 1 Silver Street | 347 yd | |
| The Gardeners Arms | 35 Silver Street | 423 yd | |
| Bath Arms | Bath Street | 727 yd | |
| Riverside Inn | Cliff Street | 740 yd | |
| On The Rocks | The Cliffs | 842 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dragon House | Cliff Street | 711 yd | |
| Trutone Gifts | Tweentown Corner, Tweentown | 715 yd | |
| Pizza Corner | Unit 9, Wessex Business Centre, Wedmore Road | 719 yd | |
| Souvlike | The Bays | 842 yd | |
| 100 Flavours | The Cliffs | 842 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 1 Saxon Place | 725 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Roynon Way, Church Street | 877 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cheddar First School HILLFIELD | grass pitches | 337 yd |
| Sharpham Road Playing Fields Sharpham Road | grass pitches | 654 yd |
| Kings Fitness And Leisure STATION ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 764 yd |
| Fairlands Middle School MASONS WAY | grass pitches | 1,093 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 | 80.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 80.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 80.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 80.0% |
| 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 | 79.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 103.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 22 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.