Sycamore Road is in Minehead and in Somerset district. TA24 8EW is located in the Minehead electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bridgwater and West Somerset. This postcode has been in use since 1981-09-01.
StreetScan combines information about Sycamore Road, Minehead, TA24 8EW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TA24 8RY, TA24 8EP, TA24 8RZ, TA24 8TY, TA24 8TZ, TA24 8ER, TA24 8UD, TA24 8EE, TA24 8EL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding TA24 8EW has a slightly higher male population, with 50.6% 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 | 51.9% | 49.4% | -2.5% | 51.0% | -1.6% |
| Male | 48.1% | 50.6% | 2.5% | 49.0% | 1.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around TA24 8EW, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.7% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 40.7% | 47.7% | 7.0% | 37.9% | 9.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 28% | 30.1% | 2.1% | 44.2% | -14.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 4.2% | 3.6% | -0.6% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 14.3% | 10.9% | -3.4% | 9.1% | 1.8% |
| Widowed | 11.6% | 7.8% | -3.8% | 6.1% | 1.7% |
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 | 35.8% | 40.2% | 4.4% | 48.4% | -8.2% |
| Good health | 31.3% | 30.9% | -0.4% | 33.6% | -2.7% |
| Fair health | 23.5% | 18.7% | -4.8% | 12.7% | 6.0% |
| Bad health | 7.4% | 7.3% | -0.1% | 4.0% | 3.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 2.8% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 1.6% |
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 19.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 38.1% | 27.5% | -10.6% | 18.2% | 9.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.2% | 13% | -0.2% | 9.6% | 3.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 25.4% | 17.6% | -7.8% | 13.4% | 4.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.1% | 3.6% | 2.5% | 5.3% | -1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.1% | 16.6% | 6.5% | 16.9% | -0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.9% | 19.7% | 11.8% | 33.8% | -14.1% |
| Other | 4.2% | 2.1% | -2.1% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.1% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 2.4% | 2.0% | 0.9% | 1.5% |
| White | 98.4% | 93.1% | -5.3% | 81.4% | 11.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 93.9% 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 | 95.5% | 93.9% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 10.7% |
| European Union | 3.3% | 3.3% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 5.6% | -3.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.1% | 93.9% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 10.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 2.8% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.3% | 0% | -3.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 58.1% | 76.7% | -18.6% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 2.4% | 1.5% | 0.9% |
| No passport held | 38.2% | 13.5% | 24.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.6% | 37.2% | 10.4% |
| Christian | 45.1% | 46.2% | -1.1% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sycamore Road was 250.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 329.8% higher than the Dulverton & Exmoor average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Sycamore Road has the 2nd highest crime rate of 75 local areas in Dulverton & Exmoor and the 109th highest crime rate of 1,848 local areas in Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 147.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 53.1%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 71% 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 Sycamore Road, Minehead, Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £188,000 | 2022-10-21 | £185,573 |
| 31 Sycamore Road, Minehead, Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £157,000 | 2021-02-01 | £181,886 |
| 8 Sycamore Road, Minehead, Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £142,000 | 2019-02-11 | £181,892 |
| 34 Sycamore Road, Minehead, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £88,000 | 2013-02-19 | £150,452 |
| 35 Sycamore Road, Minehead, Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £129,268 | 2011-10-26 | £212,736 |
TA24 8EW 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 | 43 |
| Retired | 41 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 27 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Other | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 19 |
| Education | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Other | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Michael's Church of England First School Watery Lane , TA24 5NY | 3out of 4 | 1,110 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Minehead First School Townsend Road , TA24 5RG | 1out of 4 | 1,494 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dunster First School 13 St George's Street , Dunster TA24 6RX | 3out of 4 | 4,672 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Timberscombe Church of England First School Timberscombe , TA24 7TY | 3out of 4 | 4,742 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 | 2,841 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 | 1,999 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 | 1,367 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millbridge Church | Millbridge Evangelical Church, 8 Parkhouse Road | 887 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Periton (Closed) Periton Way | grass pitches | 621 yd |
| Minehead Baptist Church MINEHEAD BAPTIST CHURCH MINEHEAD BAPTIST CHURCH THE PARKS | 1,018 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 | 76.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 63.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.