Fore Street is in Cannington, Bridgwater and in Somerset district. TA5 2HQ 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 Fore Street, Cannington, Bridgwater, TA5 2HQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TA5 2NP, TA5 2HJ, TA5 2NW, TA5 2LP, TA5 2HN, TA5 2HD, TA5 2HP, TA5 2HA, TA5 2HS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TA5 2HQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.8% | 50.6% | 0.8% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 50.2% | 49.4% | -0.8% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
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 | 14.9% | 22% | 7.1% | 37.9% | -15.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.2% | 44% | -11.2% | 44.2% | -0.2% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 2.8% | -0.8% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 16.3% | 17% | 0.7% | 9.1% | 7.9% |
| Widowed | 10% | 14.2% | 4.2% | 6.1% | 8.1% |
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 | 36.9% | 36% | -0.9% | 48.4% | -12.4% |
| Good health | 36.1% | 37.2% | 1.1% | 33.6% | 3.6% |
| Fair health | 21.2% | 15% | -6.2% | 12.7% | 2.3% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 8.7% | 3.6% | 4.0% | 4.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 3.2% | 2.4% | 1.2% | 2.0% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.6% | 22.8% | 0.2% | 18.2% | 4.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14% | 9.6% | -4.4% | 9.6% | 0.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.4% | 10.5% | -4.9% | 13.4% | -2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.9% | 8.2% | 2.3% | 5.3% | 2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 20.5% | 8.7% | 16.9% | 3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.8% | 24.7% | 3.9% | 33.8% | -9.1% |
| Other | 9.5% | 3.7% | -5.8% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.8% | 98.8% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 17.4% |
In this area, 96.5% 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 | 97.6% | 96.5% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.6% | 96.5% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 9.8% | -6.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.7% | 76.7% | 0.0% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 22.9% | 13.5% | 9.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.1% | 37.2% | -3.1% |
| Christian | 59.6% | 46.2% | 13.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 2.7% | 0.6% | 2.1% |
| Not answered | 3.1% | 6.0% | -2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fore Street was 36.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 25.1% higher than the Cannington average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Fore Street has the 11th highest crime rate of 26 local areas in Cannington and the 695th lowest crime rate of 1,848 local areas in Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 28.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 44.8%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Fore Street, Bridgwater, Somerset Other, an established residential building | £850,000 | 2021-04-12 | £899,220 |
| 7 Fore Street, Bridgwater, Somerset Other, an established residential building | £560,000 | 2017-03-31 | £663,342 |
| 19 Fore Street, Bridgwater, Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2009-03-25 | £562,007 |
| 9 Fore Street, Bridgwater, Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2008-12-22 | £301,406 |
| 17 Fore Street, Bridgwater, Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £273,000 | 2008-03-05 | £416,081 |
TA5 2HQ 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in TA5 2HQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 44% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 96 |
| Full-Time Employee | 60 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Education | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cannington Church of England Primary School Brook Street , Cannington TA5 2HP | 3out of 4 | 302 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Otterhampton Primary School School Lane , Combwich TA5 2QS | 2out of 4 | 2,878 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wembdon St George's Church School Brantwood Road , Wembdon TA6 7PS | 1out of 4 | 3,698 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Voluntary Controlled Church of England Primary School Oakfield Road , TA6 7LX | 3out of 4 | 4,426 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Bridgwater Park Avenue , TA6 7EE | 2out of 4 | 4,628 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brymore Academy Cannington , TA5 2NB | 3out of 4 | 1,281 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Boys | More About School |
| Chilton Trinity School Chilton Street , TA6 3JA | - not rated | 4,484 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Haygrove School Durleigh Road , TA6 7HW | 3out of 4 | 4,703 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Bridge School Sedgemoor The Cossington Centre , Main Road TA6 3RG | 3out of 4 | 5,241 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| EDF Cannington Court | Cannington Court, Church Street | 111 yd | |
| Walled Gardens of Cannington Tearooms | Cannington Court, Church Street | 111 yd | |
| Saffron | 10 High Street | 210 yd | |
| Cannington Golf Club | Cannington Golf Centre | 253 yd | |
| NCFN Cafe | Rodway Hill | 253 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friendly Spirit | Brook Street | 183 yd | |
| Globe Inn | 4 Church Street | 212 yd | |
| Kings Head Inn | 12 High Street | 232 yd | |
| Rose & Crown | 30 High Street | 429 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cannington Golf Centre | golf | 352 yd |
| Cannington Playing Field PARK LANE | grass pitches | 504 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 | 83.3% |
| 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 | 16.7% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.