School Road is in Westonzoyland, Bridgwater and in Somerset district. TA7 0LN is located in the Bridgwater East & Bawdrip 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 School Road, Westonzoyland, Bridgwater, TA7 0LN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TA7 0LW, TA7 0DZ, TA7 0EE, TA7 0EQ, TA7 0HS, TA7 0LE, TA7 0EL, TA7 0EZ, TA7 0EB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TA7 0LN 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 | 50.4% | 50.7% | 0.3% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 49.6% | 49.3% | -0.3% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of TA7 0LN there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.2% 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 | 22.6% | 29% | 6.4% | 37.9% | -8.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57% | 51.2% | -5.8% | 44.2% | 7.0% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 1.4% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 10.8% | 9.2% | -1.6% | 9.1% | 0.1% |
| Widowed | 7.5% | 8.2% | 0.7% | 6.1% | 2.1% |
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 | 45.6% | 38.1% | -7.5% | 48.4% | -10.3% |
| Good health | 35% | 40.3% | 5.3% | 33.6% | 6.7% |
| Fair health | 12.4% | 16.9% | 4.5% | 12.7% | 4.2% |
| Bad health | 4.9% | 4.3% | -0.6% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 0.4% | -1.8% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 | 28% | 16.3% | -11.7% | 18.2% | -1.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.1% | 9.1% | -6.0% | 9.6% | -0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 10.5% | -6.2% | 13.4% | -2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.6% | 7.7% | -0.9% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 25.4% | 14.6% | 16.9% | 8.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.1% | 25.8% | 10.7% | 33.8% | -8.0% |
| Other | 5.9% | 5.3% | -0.6% | 2.8% | 2.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.3% 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 Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.4% | -0.5% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.7% | 98.3% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 16.9% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
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 | 99.1% | 93% | -6.1% | 83.2% | 9.8% |
| European Union | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 2.7% | 0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.1% | 93% | -6.1% | 83.2% | 9.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.8% | 4.8% | 9.8% | -5.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.8% | 76.7% | 1.1% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 18.7% | 13.5% | 5.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.9% | 37.2% | -6.3% |
| Christian | 62.6% | 46.2% | 16.4% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around School Road was 37.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 64.6% lower than the Bridgwater East & Bawdrip average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
School Road has the 23rd lowest crime rate of 83 local areas in Bridgwater East & Bawdrip and the 724th lowest crime rate of 1,848 local areas in Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -32.5%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 School Road, Bridgwater, Somerset Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2022-11-24 | £229,763 |
| 12 School Road, Bridgwater, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £300,500 | 2022-11-11 | £299,311 |
| 9A School Road, Bridgwater, Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £525,000 | 2022-09-20 | £513,473 |
| 19 School Road, Bridgwater, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £579,000 | 2022-09-02 | £580,730 |
| 9A School Road, Bridgwater, Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £465,000 | 2022-06-30 | £472,228 |
TA7 0LN area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 24% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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.
TA7 0LN 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in TA7 0LN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 73 |
| Retired | 67 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Education | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westonzoyland Community Primary School Cheer Lane , Westonzoyland TA7 0EY | 3out of 4 | 598 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Middlezoy Primary School Middlezoy , TA7 0NZ | 2out of 4 | 3,404 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John and St Francis Church School Westonzoyland Road , TA6 5BP | 2out of 4 | 4,269 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Othery Village School , Othery TA7 0PX | - not rated | 4,943 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Somerset Bridge Primary School Stockmoor Drive , TA6 6AH | 3out of 4 | 5,126 yd | Community school | 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 | 5,199 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 | 4,920 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inaura School Moorview House , Riverside TA7 0RB | - not rated | 4,400 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sedgemoor Inn | 19 Main Road | 252 yd | |
| Middlezoy Rovers Football Club | Main Road | 651 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Westonzoyland Primary School CHEER LANE | grass pitches | 528 yd |
| Westonzoyland Playing Field CHEER LANE | grass pitches | 676 yd |
| Westonzoyland Airfield Main Road | grass pitches | 822 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 | 96.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 80.6% |
| 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 106.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 324.97 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 324.97 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 22.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 49.44 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.