Rickhay Rise is in West Chinnock, Crewkerne and in Somerset district. TA18 7QJ is located in the Coker electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Yeovil. This postcode has been in use since 1986-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Rickhay Rise, West Chinnock, Crewkerne, TA18 7QJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TA18 7QA, TA18 7PZ, TA18 7PU, TA18 7QH, TA18 7PX, TA18 7PY, TA18 7QD, TA18 7QB, TA18 7QE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding TA18 7QJ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.8% 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 | 49.5% | 49.2% | -0.3% | 51.0% | -1.8% |
| Male | 50.5% | 50.8% | 0.3% | 49.0% | 1.8% |
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 7QJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.3% 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% | 25.4% | 2.5% | 37.9% | -12.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.6% | 56.3% | -0.3% | 44.2% | 12.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 2.5% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 8.8% | 10.4% | 1.6% | 9.1% | 1.3% |
| Widowed | 8.4% | 5.4% | -3.0% | 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 | 47.8% | 40.1% | -7.7% | 48.4% | -8.3% |
| Good health | 34.1% | 41.1% | 7.0% | 33.6% | 7.5% |
| Fair health | 14% | 13% | -1.0% | 12.7% | 0.3% |
| Bad health | 3% | 5% | 2.0% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 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 | 25.3% | 21.2% | -4.1% | 18.2% | 3.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.3% | 11.2% | -2.1% | 9.6% | 1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.1% | 15.8% | -2.3% | 13.4% | 2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 8% | 7.5% | -0.5% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12% | 14.5% | 2.5% | 16.9% | -2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.7% | 26.1% | 6.4% | 33.8% | -7.7% |
| Other | 3.6% | 3.7% | 0.1% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.3% 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 | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.7% | 99.3% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
In this area, 98.7% 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 | 98.7% | 98.7% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.7% | 98.7% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.3% | 76.7% | 1.6% |
| No passport held | 21.7% | 13.5% | 8.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.1% | 37.2% | 0.9% |
| Christian | 55.5% | 46.2% | 9.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rickhay Rise was 23.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 59.4% lower than the Brympton average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Rickhay Rise has the 31st lowest crime rate of 124 local areas in Brympton and the 380th lowest crime rate of 1,848 local areas in Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 10.0%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Rickhay Rise, Crewkerne, Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2021-05-06 | £324,350 |
| 14 Rickhay Rise, Crewkerne, Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2020-07-24 | £305,486 |
| 10 Rickhay Rise, Crewkerne, Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2020-01-10 | £385,393 |
| 8 Rickhay Rise, Crewkerne, Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2019-11-22 | £397,628 |
| 11 Rickhay Rise, Crewkerne, Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2018-05-04 | £412,565 |
TA18 7QJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 7QJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 92 |
| Full-Time Employee | 69 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 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 | 3out of 4 | 234 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Merriott First School Church Street , TA16 5PT | 3out of 4 | 2,715 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Haselbury Plucknett Church of England First School North Street , Haselbury Plucknett TA18 7RQ | 3out of 4 | 2,828 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Norton-sub-Hamdon Church of England Primary School New Road , Norton-sub-Hamdon TA14 6SF | 3out of 4 | 2,895 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashlands Church of England First School North Street , TA18 7AL | 3out of 4 | 4,593 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wadham School Yeovil Road , TA18 7NT | 3out of 4 | 3,988 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanchester Academy East Stoke , TA14 6UG | 3out of 4 | 5,108 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perrott Hill North Perrott , TA18 7SL | - not rated | 4,091 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 Muddled Man | Lower Street | 421 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| West & Middle Chinnock Sports Club | grass pitches | 534 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 | 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 | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 55.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.41 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.41 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.