Eastfield Lane is in Middle Chinnock, Crewkerne and in Somerset district. TA18 7EL is located in the Coker electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Yeovil. This postcode has been in use since 2005-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Eastfield Lane, Middle Chinnock, Crewkerne, TA18 7EL 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 TA18 7EL has a slightly higher male population, with 51.9% 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 | 51.5% | 48.1% | -3.4% | 51.0% | -2.9% |
| Male | 48.5% | 51.9% | 3.4% | 49.0% | 2.9% |
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 TA18 7EL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 62.3% 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 | 21.9% | 21.5% | -0.4% | 37.9% | -16.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.3% | 62.3% | -3.0% | 44.2% | 18.1% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 5.4% | 7.7% | 2.3% | 9.1% | -1.4% |
| Widowed | 7% | 5.4% | -1.6% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
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 | 47.4% | 46% | -1.4% | 48.4% | -2.4% |
| Good health | 38.2% | 37.6% | -0.6% | 33.6% | 4.0% |
| Fair health | 13% | 11.7% | -1.3% | 12.7% | -1.0% |
| Bad health | 1.4% | 3% | 1.6% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 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 | 17.4% | 13.4% | -4.0% | 18.2% | -4.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.5% | 8% | -1.5% | 9.6% | -1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.2% | 15.7% | 2.5% | 13.4% | 2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 8.8% | 3.0% | 5.3% | 3.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.7% | 17.2% | 6.5% | 16.9% | 0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 39.3% | 32.2% | -7.1% | 33.8% | -1.6% |
| Other | 4.1% | 4.6% | 0.5% | 2.8% | 1.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 100% | 99% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 17.6% |
In this area, 93.2% 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 | 93.2% | 93.2% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 10.0% |
| European Union | 1% | 4.7% | 3.7% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.7% | 1.4% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.2% | 93.2% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 10.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3.7% | 3.4% | 9.8% | -6.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.5% | 1.7% | -4.8% | 1.9% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85% | 76.7% | 8.3% |
| France | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 10.6% | 13.5% | -2.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.1% | 37.2% | -5.1% |
| Christian | 61.5% | 46.2% | 15.3% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Eastfield Lane was 64.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 4.8% lower than the Brympton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Eastfield Lane has the 43rd highest crime rate of 123 local areas in Brympton and the 759th highest crime rate of 1,846 local areas in Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 34.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 57.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastfield Lodge Eastfield Lane, Crewkerne, Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2020-03-25 | £330,892 |
| Eastfield Lodge Eastfield Lane, Crewkerne, Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £98,000 | 1995-03-31 | £513,967 |
TA18 7EL area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 19% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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.
TA18 7EL 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in TA18 7EL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 97 |
| Full-Time Employee | 68 |
| Self-Employed | 33 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Education | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Chinnock Church of England Primary School Scotts Way , West Chinnock TA18 7PU | - not rated | 1,575 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Chinnock Church School Scotts Way , West Chinnock TA18 7PU | 1out of 4 | 1,596 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Norton Sub Hamdon Church School New Road , Norton Sub Hamdon TA14 6SF | 2out of 4 | 2,529 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Norton-sub-Hamdon Church of England Primary School New Road , Norton-sub-Hamdon TA14 6SF | - not rated | 2,529 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Odcombe CofE VA Primary School Higher Odcombe , BA22 8UL | - not rated | 3,162 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stanchester Community School East Stoke , TA14 6UG | - not rated | 3,837 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanchester Academy East Stoke , TA14 6UG | - not rated | 3,837 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perrott Hill School Limited North Perrott , TA18 7SL | - not rated | 4,995 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambian Lufton College Lufton , BA22 8ST | - not rated | 5,294 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 100.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.