Elm Grove is in Minehead and in Somerset district. TA24 6AA is located in the Dunster electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bridgwater and West Somerset. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Elm Grove, Minehead, TA24 6AA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TA24 6AZ, TA24 6BA, TA24 6AW, TA24 6AN, TA24 6AB, TA24 6DP, TA24 6DR, TA24 6DW, TA24 6DN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding TA24 6AA is primarily male, with 53.2% of the population 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 | 47.7% | 46.8% | -0.9% | 51.0% | -4.2% |
| Male | 52.3% | 53.2% | 0.9% | 49.0% | 4.2% |
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 | 29% | 38.5% | 9.5% | 37.9% | 0.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49% | 45.2% | -3.8% | 44.2% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 2.7% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 12.7% | 7.7% | -5.0% | 9.1% | -1.4% |
| Widowed | 6.2% | 6% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
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 | 47.7% | 48.5% | 0.8% | 48.4% | 0.1% |
| Good health | 33.6% | 34.4% | 0.8% | 33.6% | 0.8% |
| Fair health | 14.3% | 12.5% | -1.8% | 12.7% | -0.2% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 3.6% | 0.2% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 1% | 0.1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 20.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.6% | 23.1% | -5.5% | 18.2% | 4.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.1% | 11.7% | -1.4% | 9.6% | 2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 22% | 17.4% | -4.6% | 13.4% | 4.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 5.7% | 1.5% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 18.4% | 8.0% | 16.9% | 1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.8% | 20.4% | 4.6% | 33.8% | -13.4% |
| Other | 5.8% | 3.3% | -2.5% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.2% 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 | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| White | 99.1% | 98.2% | -0.9% | 81.4% | 16.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 96.6% 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 | 98.1% | 96.6% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 2.6% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| 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 | 97.2% | 96.1% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0.3% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.9% | 76.7% | -1.8% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 23.2% | 13.5% | 9.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55.9% | 37.2% | 18.7% |
| Christian | 39.4% | 46.2% | -6.8% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Elm Grove was 280.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 240.4% higher than the Dunster average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Elm Grove has the 5th highest crime rate of 53 local areas in Dunster and the 92nd highest crime rate of 1,848 local areas in Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 78.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 120.5%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Elm Grove, Minehead, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2025-03-06 | £291,365 |
| 6 Elm Grove, Minehead, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2021-03-26 | £236,108 |
| 1 Elm Grove, Minehead, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2020-06-08 | £317,065 |
| 3 Elm Grove, Minehead, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £274,000 | 2019-09-30 | £346,631 |
| 6 Elm Grove, Minehead, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £239,500 | 2017-11-08 | £316,920 |
TA24 6AA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 91 |
| Retired | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 54 |
| Self-Employed | 33 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 40 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 18 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Education | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Other | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minehead First School Townsend Road , TA24 5RG | 1out of 4 | 637 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Church of England First School Watery Lane , TA24 5NY | 3out of 4 | 1,187 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dunster First School 13 St George's Street , Dunster TA24 6RX | 3out of 4 | 2,641 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Timberscombe Church of England First School Timberscombe , TA24 7TY | 3out of 4 | 4,295 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Somerset College Bircham Road , Alcombe TA24 6AY | 3out of 4 | 721 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minehead Middle School Ponsford Road , TA24 5RH | 3out of 4 | 132 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Foxes Academy Selbourne Place , TA24 5TY | - not rated | 765 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bakehouse | 63 Alcombe Road, Minehead | 233 yd | |
| Alcombe Tandoori | 67 Alcombe Road, Minehead | 266 yd | |
| Brewers Fayre & Premier Inn | Rainbow Way Housing Land, Rainbow Way | 486 yd | |
| Minehead EYE | Mart Road, Minehead | 600 yd | |
| West Somerset Garden Centre | Mart Road, Minehead | 600 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Britannia Inn | 1 Manor Road, Minehead | 595 yd | |
| Minehead Cricket Club | Rainbow Way, Minehead | 660 yd | |
| Bowling Club | Irnham Road, Minehead | 779 yd | |
| The Hairy Dog | 32-34 The Avenue, Minehead | 931 yd | |
| Bar 21 | 21 The Avenue, Minehead | 984 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| China Garden | 45 Alcombe Road, Minehead | 165 yd | |
| Seafare | 51 Alcombe Road, Minehead | 192 yd | |
| Rominos Pizza Kebab | 53 Alcombe Road, Minehead | 198 yd | |
| Alcombe Fish Bar | Brook Street, Minehead | 534 yd | |
| Seaview Takeaway | Seaview Fish And Chips, Warren Road | 940 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Operative Group | 55-57 Alcombe Road, Minehead | 211 yd | |
| Tesco Stores Ltd | Seaward Way, Minehead | 503 yd | |
| Lidl | Former Aquasplash Site, Seaward Way | 511 yd | |
| Wm Morrison Supermarkets Plc | Vulcan Road, Minehead | 712 yd | |
| Co-Operative Group | Co Operative, 22 The Avenue | 931 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| King George V Playing Field KING GEORGE ROAD | grass pitches | 230 yd |
| Minehead Middle School PONSFORD ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 308 yd |
| Alcombe Village Hall ALCOMBE VILLAGE HALL ALCOMBE VILLAGE HALL MARSHFIELD ROAD | 315 yd | |
| The Lawns Community Hall THE COACH HOUSE THE COACH HOUSE TOWNSEND ROAD | 586 yd | |
| Aquasplash (Minehead) (Closed) Seaward Way | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 605 yd |
| West Somerset College BIRCHAM ROAD | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 614 yd |
| Irnham Road Recreation Ground Irnham Road | grass pitches, tennis courts | 667 yd |
| Minehead Bowling Club IRNHAM ROAD | indoor bowls | 735 yd |
| Minehead First School TOWNSEND ROAD | swimming pool | 746 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 35 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 36.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 45.82 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 45.82 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 11.5 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.