Greatwood Close is in Bridgwater and in Somerset district. TA6 6UL is located in the Bridgwater South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bridgwater and West Somerset. This postcode has been in use since 1988-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Greatwood Close, Bridgwater, TA6 6UL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TA6 6UF, TA6 6UQ, TA6 6UN, TA6 6UG, TA6 6UH, TA6 6DH, TA6 6UJ, TA6 6UW, TA6 6DX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TA6 6UL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.7% | 50.3% | -3.4% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 46.3% | 49.7% | 3.4% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
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 TA6 6UL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.2% 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 | 22.4% | 23% | 0.6% | 37.9% | -14.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.5% | 58.2% | 0.7% | 44.2% | 14.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 1.5% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 12.7% | 13% | 0.3% | 9.1% | 3.9% |
| Widowed | 4.2% | 4.2% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
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 | 45.1% | 49% | 3.9% | 48.4% | 0.6% |
| Good health | 38.7% | 34.1% | -4.6% | 33.6% | 0.5% |
| Fair health | 13% | 13.1% | 0.1% | 12.7% | 0.4% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 3.8% | 1.3% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.8% | 13.6% | -2.2% | 18.2% | -4.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.8% | 11.6% | -4.2% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.1% | 19.8% | 1.7% | 13.4% | 6.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.7% | 6.2% | -1.5% | 5.3% | 0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.8% | 20.2% | 2.4% | 16.9% | 3.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.9% | 24.4% | 5.5% | 33.8% | -9.4% |
| Other | 5.8% | 4.3% | -1.5% | 2.8% | 1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.6% 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 | 0% | 3.8% | 3.8% | 1.1% | 2.7% |
| Indian | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| White | 98.1% | 94.6% | -3.5% | 81.4% | 13.2% |
In this area, 93% 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 | 95.9% | 93% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 9.8% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 4.5% | 2.6% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 2.6% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -3.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.9% | 92.7% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 9.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7% | 7.0% | 9.8% | -2.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.4% | 76.7% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 2.2% | 1.5% | 0.7% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 17.5% | 13.5% | 4.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.4% | 37.2% | 3.2% |
| Christian | 51.7% | 46.2% | 5.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 3.8% | 6.5% | -2.7% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Greatwood Close was 130.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 51.2% lower than the Bridgwater South average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Greatwood Close has the 26th highest crime rate of 92 local areas in Bridgwater South and the 323rd highest crime rate of 1,848 local areas in Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 92.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -39.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Greatwood Close, Bridgwater, Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2022-12-02 | £258,151 |
| 8 Greatwood Close, Bridgwater, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2019-06-07 | £238,229 |
| 8 Greatwood Close, Bridgwater, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £128,500 | 2013-12-16 | £211,437 |
| 16 Greatwood Close, Bridgwater, Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £149,000 | 2013-09-27 | £238,206 |
| 6 Greatwood Close, Bridgwater, Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £162,500 | 2006-05-19 | £277,923 |
TA6 6UL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 94 |
| Retired | 72 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Construction | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Somerset Bridge Primary School Stockmoor Drive , TA6 6AH | 3out of 4 | 482 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hamp Nursery and Infants' School Rhode Lane , TA6 6JB | 3out of 4 | 601 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hamp Academy Rhode Lane , TA6 6JB | 2out of 4 | 621 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westover Green Community School and Autism Centre Westover Green , TA6 7HB | 3out of 4 | 1,640 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Bridgwater Park Avenue , TA6 7EE | 2out of 4 | 1,925 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | 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 | 707 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Haygrove School Durleigh Road , TA6 7HW | 3out of 4 | 1,899 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chilton Trinity School Chilton Street , TA6 3JA | - not rated | 3,146 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgwater and Taunton College Bath Road , TA6 4PZ | - not rated | 2,258 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgwater College Academy Parkway , TA6 4QY | 3out of 4 | 2,605 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Polden Bower School Bower Lane , TA6 4GU | 3out of 4 | 655 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bridge School Sedgemoor The Cossington Centre , Main Road TA6 3RG | 3out of 4 | 1,362 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Phoenix Academy Brook Farm , Newton Road TA6 6NA | - not rated | 3,538 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| ReCreation Community Hub | ReCreation Community Hub, Rhode Lane | 581 yd | |
| Holy Trinity Church Bridgwater Servery | Holy Trinity Church, Hamp Street | 618 yd | |
| Cafe De Paris | Unit 6, Stockmoor Shopping Centre, Nokoto Drive | 661 yd | |
| Holy Trinity Church Hall | Hamp Street | 669 yd | |
| South Bridgwater Together Team | 2-3 Grenville House, Rhode Lane | 745 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Somerset Bakehouse | Taunton Road Service Station, Taunton Road | 370 yd | |
| Ruby Chinese Takeaway | Allen Road | 616 yd | |
| Smart Fish Bar | Unit 7, Stockmoor Shopping Centre, Nokoto Drive | 661 yd | |
| Golden Pond | Unit 5 Nokoto Drive | 661 yd | |
| Fireaway Pizza | 143 Taunton Road | 747 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Southern Co-Operative Ltd | Unit 1, Stockmoor Shopping Centre, Nokoto Drive | 661 yd | |
| Morrisons Daily | 5 Grenville House, Rhode Lane | 745 yd | |
| The Co-Operative | Paragon Place, 105 Taunton Road | 798 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mansfield Park Parkstone Avenue | grass pitches | 358 yd |
| Hamp Academy RHODE LANE | grass pitches | 736 yd |
| Robert Blake Science College (Closed) Hamp Street | grass pitches | 794 yd |
| Robert Blake And Elmwood Leisure Hamp Avenue | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 862 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 | 47.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 41.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 61.89 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 61.89 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.