Newton Road is in North Petherton, Bridgwater and in Somerset district. TA6 6NA is located in the North Petherton 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 Newton Road, North Petherton, Bridgwater, TA6 6NA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TA6 6TT, TA6 6ST, TA6 6TU, TA6 6RN, TA6 6SW, TA6 6RS, TA6 6SS, TA6 6TX, TA6 6SU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TA6 6NA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.5% | 50.7% | -3.8% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 45.5% | 49.3% | 3.8% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
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 | 25.9% | 29% | 3.1% | 37.9% | -8.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.2% | 42.9% | -0.3% | 44.2% | -1.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.1% | 2.1% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 2.2% | -1.0% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 13.6% | 9.8% | -3.8% | 9.1% | 0.7% |
| Widowed | 14.1% | 13.8% | -0.3% | 6.1% | 7.7% |
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 | 41.7% | 41.2% | -0.5% | 48.4% | -7.2% |
| Good health | 29.7% | 33.3% | 3.6% | 33.6% | -0.3% |
| Fair health | 21.8% | 16.1% | -5.7% | 12.7% | 3.4% |
| Bad health | 6% | 6.5% | 0.5% | 4.0% | 2.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 2.9% | 2.1% | 1.2% | 1.7% |
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 21.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33.6% | 22.9% | -10.7% | 18.2% | 4.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.6% | 11.7% | -1.9% | 9.6% | 2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.9% | 18.4% | -2.5% | 13.4% | 5.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 7.6% | 4.0% | 5.3% | 2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 15.2% | 3.8% | 16.9% | -1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.2% | 21.5% | 8.3% | 33.8% | -12.3% |
| Other | 3.6% | 2.7% | -0.9% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.9% | 98.2% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 16.8% |
In this area, 98.6% 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 | 97.7% | 98.6% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 1.1% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.4% | 98.2% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.6% | 76.7% | -6.1% |
| No passport held | 29.4% | 13.5% | 15.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.6% | 37.2% | -3.6% |
| Christian | 57.5% | 46.2% | 11.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 8.6% | 6.0% | 2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Newton Road was 225.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 15.3% lower than the Bridgwater South average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Newton Road has the 9th highest crime rate of 92 local areas in Bridgwater South and the 128th highest crime rate of 1,848 local areas in Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 158.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 106.1%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Denmar Newton Road, Bridgwater, Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2025-01-24 | £341,623 |
| Honeysuckle Cottage Newton Road, Bridgwater, Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2024-11-11 | £287,330 |
| Mover-Lea House Newton Road, Bridgwater, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £462,000 | 2023-06-14 | £484,114 |
| April Cottage Newton Road, Bridgwater, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2022-08-12 | £330,247 |
| Honeysuckle Cottage Newton Road, Bridgwater, Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £292,500 | 2022-05-12 | £300,787 |
The percentage of retired residents living in TA6 6NA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 68 |
| Retired | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Petherton Primary School School Fields , North Petherton TA6 6LU | 3out of 4 | 527 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North Newton Community Primary School Church Road , North Newton TA7 0BG | 3out of 4 | 1,758 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Somerset Bridge Primary School Stockmoor Drive , TA6 6AH | 3out of 4 | 3,265 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hamp Academy Rhode Lane , TA6 6JB | 2out of 4 | 3,910 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hamp Nursery and Infants' School Rhode Lane , TA6 6JB | 3out of 4 | 3,997 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robert Blake Science College Hamp Avenue , TA6 6AW | 3out of 4 | 4,143 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Haygrove School Durleigh Road , TA6 7HW | 3out of 4 | 4,456 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 89 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Polden Bower School Bower Lane , TA6 4GU | 3out of 4 | 4,106 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bridge School Sedgemoor The Cossington Centre , Main Road TA6 3RG | 3out of 4 | 4,572 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spice Gallery | 44 Fore Street | 789 yd | |
| Taart | 85 Fore Street | 814 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Petherton Rugby Club | Beggars Brook | 524 yd | |
| Globe Inn | High Street | 812 yd | |
| Lamb Inn | 57 Fore Street | 841 yd | |
| North Petherton Bowling Club | Heathfield Allotments, Bridgwater Road | 1,042 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Petherton Fish Bar | 121 Fore Street | 744 yd | |
| Kottage Kebabs | 93 Fore Street | 817 yd | |
| Peking Chef | 69 Fore Street | 841 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 68 Fore Street | 775 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| North Petherton Rugby Football Club BEGGARS BROOK BEGGARS BROOK TAUNTON ROAD | grass pitches | 527 yd |
| Parkers Field Playing Field PARKERS FIELD HOUSE PARKERS FIELD HOUSE PARKERS FIELD | cycling, grass pitches, tennis courts | 998 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 | 94.1% |
| 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 | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 55.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 76.33 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 76.33 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.