Glynswood is in Chard and in Somerset district. TA20 1AJ is located in the Chard North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Yeovil. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Glynswood, Chard, TA20 1AJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TA20 1AS, TA20 1AL, TA20 1BS, TA20 1DN, TA20 1BQ, TA20 1AH, TA20 1AR, TA20 1BP, TA20 1BU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding TA20 1AJ has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 50.8% | 50% | -0.8% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 49.2% | 50% | 0.8% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 | 24.7% | 34.2% | 9.5% | 37.9% | -3.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57% | 46.3% | -10.7% | 44.2% | 2.1% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 2.3% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 10.4% | 9.7% | -0.7% | 9.1% | 0.6% |
| Widowed | 6.4% | 7.4% | 1.0% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
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 | 45.9% | 41.8% | -4.1% | 48.4% | -6.6% |
| Good health | 35.6% | 42.1% | 6.5% | 33.6% | 8.5% |
| Fair health | 15.8% | 13.5% | -2.3% | 12.7% | 0.8% |
| Bad health | 1.7% | 2.3% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.1% | 18.1% | -1.0% | 18.2% | -0.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 22.3% | 15.4% | -6.9% | 9.6% | 5.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 23.1% | 18.9% | -4.2% | 13.4% | 5.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 5.1% | -0.1% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.4% | 16.5% | 8.1% | 16.9% | -0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.3% | 22% | 3.7% | 33.8% | -11.8% |
| Other | 3.6% | 3.9% | 0.3% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 99.7% | 98% | -1.7% | 81.4% | 16.6% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
In this area, 90.8% 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 | 91.7% | 90.8% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 7.6% |
| European Union | 7.3% | 9.2% | 1.9% | 6.1% | 3.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.4% | 91.7% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 8.5% |
| 10+ Years | 2% | 3.6% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 2.9% | 0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.3% | 1.7% | -3.6% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.6% | 76.7% | -8.1% |
| Portugal | 5.2% | 0.5% | 4.7% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.6% | 1.5% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 22.5% | 13.5% | 9.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.8% | 37.2% | 4.6% |
| Christian | 52.3% | 46.2% | 6.1% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Glynswood was 15.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 80.9% lower than the Chard North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Glynswood has the 11th lowest crime rate of 67 local areas in Chard North and the 209th lowest crime rate of 1,848 local areas in Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -13.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 53% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 80 Glynswood, Chard, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2025-01-30 | £259,269 |
| 64 Glynswood, Chard, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £212,500 | 2024-06-14 | £228,132 |
| 58 Glynswood, Chard, Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £224,500 | 2024-05-21 | £240,726 |
| 32 Glynswood, Chard, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £209,000 | 2023-02-27 | £211,733 |
| 76 Glynswood, Chard, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £216,000 | 2021-08-27 | £251,169 |
TA20 1AJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 98 |
| Retired | 60 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 47 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Education | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Redstart Primary School Redstart Road , TA20 1SD | 4out of 4 | 393 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Avishayes Community Primary School Fairway Rise , TA20 1NS | 3out of 4 | 1,037 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor Court Community Primary School Duck Lane , TA20 2ES | 2out of 4 | 1,132 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Combe St Nicholas Church of England VA Primary School Combe St Nicholas , TA20 3NG | 3out of 4 | 3,315 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tatworth Primary School School Lane , Tatworth TA20 2RX | 3out of 4 | 4,331 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holyrood Academy Zembard Lane , TA20 1JL | 4out of 4 | 474 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chard School Monmouth House , Fore Street TA20 1QA | - not rated | 666 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| 3 Dimensions Chardleigh House , Chardleigh Green TA20 3AJ | - not rated | 1,575 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holyrood Academy, 6th Form Kitchen, Lower School Kitchen | Zembard Lane | 503 yd | |
| A Bite to Eat | 38a Fore Street | 715 yd | |
| Eleos | The Manse, 28 Fore Street | 715 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | 24 Fore Street | 740 yd | |
| Vape and Sweet Ltd | 3 Howards Row, Fore Street | 770 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chard Town Football Club Ltd | Dening Sports Field, Zembard Lane | 503 yd | |
| Happy Return Inn | East Street | 537 yd | |
| Chard Cricket Club | Deningfield, Zembard Lane | 657 yd | |
| The Cerdic | Fore Street | 657 yd | |
| The Dolphin Hotel | 38 Fore Street | 715 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Danny's Garden | 43 Victoria Avenue | 317 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | East Street | 537 yd | |
| Top Chef | 1 Fore Street | 770 yd | |
| Boss Hogs | 6 Willoughby Place, Millfield | 783 yd | |
| Whites Fish & Chips | 20 Boden Street | 865 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tapstone Road | 687 yd | |
| Poundstretcher | 43 Fore Street | 715 yd | |
| Lidl | Tapstone Road | 785 yd | |
| Tasquinha's Grocery Store | 36 Holyrood Street | 947 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 30 Holyrood Street | 959 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cresta Leisure Centre (Closed) SWIMMING POOL AND PREMISES SWIMMING POOL AND PREMISES ZEMBARD LANE | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 494 yd |
| Holyrood Academy ZEMBARD LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 504 yd |
| Chard Tennis Club PLAYING FIELD PLAYING FIELD ZEMBARD LANE | tennis courts | 560 yd |
| Chard Town Fc DENING SPORTS FIELD DENING SPORTS FIELD ZEMBARD LANE | grass pitches | 621 yd |
| Chard Cricket Club Dening Sports Field Dening Sports Field Zembard Lane | grass pitches | 648 yd |
| Phoenix Fitness East Street | health and fitness suite | 653 yd |
| 1610 Chard LAND AT LAND AT JARMAN WAY | health and fitness suite | 898 yd |
| Jocelyn Park BRADFIELD WAY | grass pitches | 898 yd |
| Avishayes Primary School AVISHAYES ACADEMY AVISHAYES ACADEMY AVISHAYES ROAD | grass pitches | 934 yd |
| Phoenix Fitness (Closed) Millfield Close | health and fitness suite | 983 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 | 96.6% |
| 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 74.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.