TA5 2DE is in Goathurst, Bridgwater and Somerset district. TA5 2DE is located in the Cannington 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 Goathurst, Bridgwater, TA5 2DE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding TA5 2DE is primarily male, with 56.1% 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 | 46.6% | 43.9% | -2.7% | 51.0% | -7.1% |
| Male | 53.4% | 56.1% | 2.7% | 49.0% | 7.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of TA5 2DE there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 62.4% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 17.4% | 25.8% | 8.4% | 37.9% | -12.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 68.6% | 62.4% | -6.2% | 44.2% | 18.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Divorced | 8.1% | 6.2% | -1.9% | 9.1% | -2.9% |
| Widowed | 4.1% | 3.9% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
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 | 48.7% | 44.9% | -3.8% | 48.4% | -3.5% |
| Good health | 34.2% | 36.2% | 2.0% | 33.6% | 2.6% |
| Fair health | 14.5% | 16.9% | 2.4% | 12.7% | 4.2% |
| Bad health | 2.6% | 1.9% | -0.7% | 4.0% | -2.1% |
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.
In the area around TA5 2DE this area, 8.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14% | 8.9% | -5.1% | 18.2% | -9.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.5% | 7.8% | -2.7% | 9.6% | -1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 10% | -4.5% | 13.4% | -3.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 5% | 0.3% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.6% | 20.6% | 13.0% | 16.9% | 3.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 44.8% | 42.8% | -2.0% | 33.8% | 9.0% |
| Other | 4.1% | 5% | 0.9% | 2.8% | 2.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 98.4% | 99.5% | 1.1% | 81.4% | 18.1% |
In this area, 91.8% 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 | 89.6% | 91.8% | 2.2% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| European Union | 5.7% | 2.4% | -3.3% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 1.9% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.1% | 0.5% | -2.6% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 2.4% | 1.9% | 0.3% | 2.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.6% | 91.8% | 2.2% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 5.8% | 4.8% | 9.8% | -4.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.1% | 0.5% | -2.6% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.7% | 1.9% | -3.8% | 1.9% | 0.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.8% | 76.7% | 8.1% |
| France | 2% | 0.3% | 1.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| Other Europe | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 11.3% | 13.5% | -2.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.3% | 37.2% | 4.1% |
| Christian | 51% | 46.2% | 4.8% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around TA5 2DE was 9.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 68.8% lower than the Cannington average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
TA5 2DE has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 26 local areas in Cannington and the 87th lowest crime rate of 1,848 local areas in Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 4.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -93.2%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ty-Nant, Bridgwater, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £490,000 | 2025-08-15 | £493,924 |
| Chantry House, Bridgwater, Somerset Other, an established residential building | £1,350,000 | 2022-07-15 | £1,285,070 |
| Millstones, Bridgwater, Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £716,500 | 2021-12-15 | £777,597 |
| The Almonry, Bridgwater, Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2017-09-11 | £418,528 |
| Paulet House, Bridgwater, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2012-03-02 | £871,107 |
TA5 2DE area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 4% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 18% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
| Retired | 51 |
| Full-Time Employee | 46 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Education | 15 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 11 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enmore Church of England Primary School Enmore , TA5 2DX | 4out of 4 | 2,043 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Voluntary Controlled Church of England Primary School Oakfield Road , TA6 7LX | 3out of 4 | 3,724 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Spaxton CofE Primary School High Street , Spaxton TA5 1BS | 4out of 4 | 4,085 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North Petherton Primary School School Fields , North Petherton TA6 6LU | 3out of 4 | 4,280 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Bridgwater Park Avenue , TA6 7EE | 2out of 4 | 4,394 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haygrove School Durleigh Road , TA6 7HW | 3out of 4 | 3,877 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Robert Blake Science College Hamp Avenue , TA6 6AW | 3out of 4 | 4,963 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix Academy Brook Farm , Newton Road TA6 6NA | - not rated | 4,541 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bridge School Sedgemoor The Cossington Centre , Main Road TA6 3RG | 3out of 4 | 4,728 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Polden Bower School Bower Lane , TA6 4GU | 3out of 4 | 4,978 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 60.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 58.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.