Montrose Villas is in Cheddar and in Somerset district. BS27 3PR 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 Montrose Villas, Cheddar, BS27 3PR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BS27 3PT, BS27 3PS, BS27 3PU, BS27 3NH, BS27 3JH, BS27 3PX, BS27 3JF, BS27 3JJ, BS27 3PN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BS27 3PR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.4% | 51.7% | -0.7% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 47.6% | 48.3% | 0.7% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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 | 25.2% | 23.6% | -1.6% | 37.9% | -14.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.2% | 47.2% | 4.0% | 44.2% | 3.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 4.5% | 5.2% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 3.0% |
| Divorced | 15.8% | 12.9% | -2.9% | 9.1% | 3.8% |
| Widowed | 11.3% | 10.3% | -1.0% | 6.1% | 4.2% |
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 | 38.2% | 44.1% | 5.9% | 48.4% | -4.3% |
| Good health | 35.8% | 31.1% | -4.7% | 33.6% | -2.5% |
| Fair health | 16.9% | 16.1% | -0.8% | 12.7% | 3.4% |
| Bad health | 7.5% | 6.7% | -0.8% | 4.0% | 2.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 2% | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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 22.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.7% | 22.4% | -7.3% | 18.2% | 4.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.4% | 11.2% | -3.2% | 9.6% | 1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.1% | 19% | 1.9% | 13.4% | 5.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 6.9% | 3.7% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 15.9% | 5.1% | 16.9% | -1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.3% | 22.8% | 2.5% | 33.8% | -11.0% |
| Other | 4.5% | 1.7% | -2.8% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.2% | 1.7% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 98.8% | 97.6% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 16.2% |
In this area, 94.6% 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 | 96.9% | 94.6% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| European Union | 2% | 3.4% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.9% | 94.9% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.4% | 4.4% | 9.8% | -5.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.4% | 76.7% | 1.7% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 18.9% | 13.5% | 5.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.9% | 37.2% | 5.7% |
| Christian | 46.6% | 46.2% | 0.4% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 9.8% | 6.0% | 3.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Montrose Villas was 34.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 40.1% lower than the Cheddar average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Montrose Villas has the 11th lowest crime rate of 29 local areas in Cheddar and the 648th lowest crime rate of 1,848 local areas in Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -19.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Montrose Villas, Cheddar, Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £247,500 | 2023-02-10 | £247,999 |
| 1 Montrose Villas, Cheddar, Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £385,000 | 2022-06-30 | £394,119 |
| 6 Montrose Villas, Cheddar, Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £237,500 | 2017-09-12 | £312,682 |
| 1 Montrose Villas, Cheddar, Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £231,500 | 2017-05-19 | £313,930 |
| 3 Montrose Villas, Cheddar, Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2015-12-18 | £291,496 |
BS27 3PR 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 72 |
| Retired | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Education | 14 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheddar First School Hillfield , The Hayes BS27 3HN | - not rated | 432 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Draycott & Rodney Stoke Church of England First School Draycott , BS27 3SD | - not rated | 3,016 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Axbridge Church of England First School Academy Moorland Street , BS26 2BA | 4out of 4 | 3,237 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Shipham Church of England First School Turnpike Road , Shipham BS25 1TX | - not rated | 4,728 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 | 591 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 | 580 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 | 5,412 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cheddar Cakery | 7 Cliff Street | 21 yd | |
| Cheddar Fish Bar & Restaurant | Cliff Street | 164 yd | |
| Riverside Chinese Restaurant | The Cliffs | 303 yd | |
| Cabra | The Cliffs | 303 yd | |
| Edelweiss Restaurant | The Cliffs | 303 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside Inn | Cliff Street | 164 yd | |
| On The Rocks | The Cliffs | 303 yd | |
| Bath Arms | Bath Street | 413 yd | |
| White Hart | The Bays | 415 yd | |
| The Gardeners Arms | 35 Silver Street | 548 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trutone Gifts | Tweentown Corner, Tweentown | 152 yd | |
| Dragon House | Cliff Street | 202 yd | |
| 100 Flavours | The Cliffs | 303 yd | |
| Souvlike | The Bays | 375 yd | |
| Holly House Tea Rooms | Holly House, The Cliffs | 692 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 1 Saxon Place | 479 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Roynon Way, Church Street | 489 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fairlands Middle School MASONS WAY | grass pitches | 473 yd |
| Cheddar First School HILLFIELD | grass pitches | 511 yd |
| Kings Fitness And Leisure STATION ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 754 yd |
| Cheddar Football Club DRAYCOTT ROAD | grass pitches | 838 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 | 81.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 81.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 81.3% |
| 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 77.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 67.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.