Glynswood is in Chard and in Somerset district. TA20 1BG 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 1BG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TA20 1BH, TA20 1BJ, TA20 1BN, TA20 1BW, TA20 1BL, TA20 1DE, TA20 1BQ, TA20 1DF, TA20 1DW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding TA20 1BG has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% 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 | 51.7% | 49.8% | -1.9% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 48.3% | 50.2% | 1.9% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
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 | 21.8% | 26.1% | 4.3% | 37.9% | -11.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.3% | 45.3% | -3.0% | 44.2% | 1.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 7.6% | 10.7% | 3.1% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 19.7% | 15.4% | -4.3% | 6.1% | 9.3% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (69.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 25.5% | 31.7% | 6.2% | 48.4% | -16.7% |
| Good health | 40.2% | 38.1% | -2.1% | 33.6% | 4.5% |
| Fair health | 27.8% | 23.1% | -4.7% | 12.7% | 10.4% |
| Bad health | 5.4% | 4.5% | -0.9% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 2.6% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
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 14%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.9% | 26.8% | -8.1% | 18.2% | 8.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13% | 12.8% | -0.2% | 9.6% | 3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.5% | 18.7% | 0.2% | 13.4% | 5.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.8% | 8.1% | -0.7% | 5.3% | 2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.5% | 14% | 3.5% | 16.9% | -2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.4% | 14% | 5.6% | 33.8% | -19.8% |
| Other | 5.9% | 5.5% | -0.4% | 2.8% | 2.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.8% 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% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Indian | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.8% | 94.8% | -4.0% | 81.4% | 13.4% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Other | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 87% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.7% | 87% | -5.7% | 83.2% | 3.8% |
| European Union | 4.6% | 9.7% | 5.1% | 6.1% | 3.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| 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 | 92.7% | 87% | -5.7% | 83.2% | 3.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.4% | 7.4% | 9.8% | -2.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 3.7% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 0.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.9% | 1.1% | -2.8% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0.7% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69% | 76.7% | -7.7% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 4.9% | 1.3% | 3.6% |
| Romania | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Middle East | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 22% | 13.5% | 8.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.2% | 37.2% | 5.0% |
| Christian | 49.3% | 46.2% | 3.1% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Glynswood was 9.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 89.0% lower than the Chard North average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
Glynswood has the 5th lowest crime rate of 67 local areas in Chard North and the 83rd lowest crime rate of 1,848 local areas in Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -31.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 165 Glynswood, Chard, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2024-12-20 | £249,155 |
| Flat 3 Sycamore Court Glynswood, Chard, Somerset Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2024-04-26 | £106,343 |
| 129 Glynswood, Chard, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £241,000 | 2023-08-23 | £247,640 |
| 98 Glynswood, Chard, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £237,500 | 2023-06-23 | £248,868 |
| Flat 1 Sycamore Court Glynswood, Chard, Somerset Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2022-02-25 | £120,253 |
TA20 1BG 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 TA20 1BG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 42% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 97 |
| Full-Time Employee | 74 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 34 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Education | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Other | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Redstart Primary School Redstart Road , TA20 1SD | 4out of 4 | 174 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor Court Community Primary School Duck Lane , TA20 2ES | 2out of 4 | 1,099 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Avishayes Community Primary School Fairway Rise , TA20 1NS | 3out of 4 | 1,309 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Combe St Nicholas Church of England VA Primary School Combe St Nicholas , TA20 3NG | 3out of 4 | 3,107 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tatworth Primary School School Lane , Tatworth TA20 2RX | 3out of 4 | 4,377 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 | 363 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 | 726 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| 3 Dimensions Chardleigh House , Chardleigh Green TA20 3AJ | - not rated | 1,402 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 | 324 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | 24 Fore Street | 669 yd | |
| Vape and Sweet Ltd | 3 Howards Row, Fore Street | 679 yd | |
| A Bite to Eat | 38a Fore Street | 682 yd | |
| Eleos | The Manse, 28 Fore Street | 682 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chard Town Football Club Ltd | Dening Sports Field, Zembard Lane | 324 yd | |
| Chard Cricket Club | Deningfield, Zembard Lane | 676 yd | |
| The Cerdic | Fore Street | 676 yd | |
| The Phoenix Hotel | 15 Fore Street | 679 yd | |
| The Dolphin Hotel | 38 Fore Street | 682 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Danny's Garden | 43 Victoria Avenue | 590 yd | |
| Top Chef | 1 Fore Street | 679 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | East Street | 683 yd | |
| Mayflower Chinese Takeaway | 5 High Street | 757 yd | |
| Spice Villa | 19a High Street | 757 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poundstretcher | 43 Fore Street | 682 yd | |
| Tasquinha's Grocery Store | 36 Holyrood Street | 873 yd | |
| Lidl | Tapstone Road | 876 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 30 Holyrood Street | 888 yd | |
| Tesco | Tapstone Road | 896 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 | 322 yd |
| Holyrood Academy ZEMBARD LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 327 yd |
| Chard Tennis Club PLAYING FIELD PLAYING FIELD ZEMBARD LANE | tennis courts | 449 yd |
| Chard Town Fc DENING SPORTS FIELD DENING SPORTS FIELD ZEMBARD LANE | grass pitches | 466 yd |
| Chard Cricket Club Dening Sports Field Dening Sports Field Zembard Lane | grass pitches | 547 yd |
| Phoenix Fitness East Street | health and fitness suite | 715 yd |
| Jocelyn Park BRADFIELD WAY | grass pitches | 963 yd |
| Manor Court Community Primary School DUCK LANE | grass pitches | 1,044 yd |
| 1610 Chard LAND AT LAND AT JARMAN WAY | health and fitness suite | 1,050 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 | 63.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 55.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.