Bakersfield is in Winsham, Chard and in Somerset district. TA20 4JN is located in the Ilminster electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Yeovil. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bakersfield, Winsham, Chard, TA20 4JN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TA20 4JL, TA20 4JH, TA20 4JJ, TA20 4EP, TA20 4ED, TA20 4JB, TA20 4HU, TA20 4DX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding TA20 4JN, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.5% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54% | 54.5% | 0.5% | 51.0% | 3.5% |
| Male | 46% | 45.5% | -0.5% | 49.0% | -3.5% |
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 | 16.6% | 28.5% | 11.9% | 37.9% | -9.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.2% | 42.5% | -6.7% | 44.2% | -1.7% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 2.7% | -1.0% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 13.4% | 16.1% | 2.7% | 9.1% | 7.0% |
| Widowed | 17.1% | 10.2% | -6.9% | 6.1% | 4.1% |
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 | 37.7% | 40.5% | 2.8% | 48.4% | -7.9% |
| Good health | 35.6% | 32.9% | -2.7% | 33.6% | -0.7% |
| Fair health | 16.7% | 19.4% | 2.7% | 12.7% | 6.7% |
| Bad health | 8.4% | 4.5% | -3.9% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 2.7% | 1.0% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
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.
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 22.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35.3% | 18.9% | -16.4% | 18.2% | 0.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.9% | 10.8% | -3.1% | 9.6% | 1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.1% | 22.7% | 5.6% | 13.4% | 9.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 7% | 5.4% | -1.6% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 16.2% | 5.0% | 16.9% | -0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.6% | 22.7% | 13.1% | 33.8% | -11.1% |
| Other | 5.9% | 3.2% | -2.7% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.3% | 100% | 1.7% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 95.5% 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 | 97.1% | 95.5% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 2.7% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 95.9% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 0.9% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74% | 76.7% | -2.7% |
| Portugal | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 25.1% | 13.5% | 11.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50% | 37.2% | 12.8% |
| Christian | 45% | 46.2% | -1.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 3.6% | 6.0% | -2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bakersfield was 53.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 35.1% lower than the Chard North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bakersfield has the 31st highest crime rate of 67 local areas in Chard North and the 861st highest crime rate of 1,848 local areas in Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 29.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -44.1%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greenhaze Bakersfield, Chard, Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2022-11-25 | £367,621 |
| 1 Bakersfield, Chard, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2022-01-27 | £242,651 |
| 9 Bakersfield, Chard, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2022-01-21 | £204,047 |
| 2 Bakersfield, Chard, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2021-09-27 | £234,852 |
| 11 Bakersfield, Chard, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £304,000 | 2021-09-15 | £348,268 |
TA20 4JN 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 54 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Other | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Education | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winsham Primary School Church Street , Winsham TA20 4HU | 1out of 4 | 399 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thorncombe, St Mary's Church of England Primary Academy Chard Street , Thorncombe TA20 4NE | - not rated | 3,395 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tatworth Primary School School Lane , Tatworth TA20 2RX | 3out of 4 | 4,845 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Avishayes Community Primary School Fairway Rise , TA20 1NS | 3out of 4 | 4,967 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bell | Church Street | 293 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bakers Field WESTERNWAY | grass pitches | 227 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 | 60 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 58.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 71 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 71 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.