Church Road is in Middlezoy, Bridgwater and in Somerset district. TA7 0PA is located in the King Alfred 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 Church Road, Middlezoy, Bridgwater, TA7 0PA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TA7 0NJ, TA7 0NL, TA7 0PB, TA7 0JU, TA7 0PG, TA7 0PN, TA7 0NN, TA7 0NZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TA7 0PA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.9% | 50.9% | 3.0% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 52.1% | 49.1% | -3.0% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
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 TA7 0PA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52% 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 | 23.6% | 27.1% | 3.5% | 37.9% | -10.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.9% | 52% | -2.9% | 44.2% | 7.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 4.4% | 1.5% | -2.9% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 6.4% | 11.1% | 4.7% | 9.1% | 2.0% |
| Widowed | 10.1% | 7.7% | -2.4% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
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 | 44% | 43.6% | -0.4% | 48.4% | -4.8% |
| Good health | 39.3% | 36.3% | -3.0% | 33.6% | 2.7% |
| Fair health | 13.6% | 14.9% | 1.3% | 12.7% | 2.2% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 3.9% | 1.7% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 21.2% | 19.4% | -1.8% | 18.2% | 1.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.1% | 8.9% | -4.2% | 9.6% | -0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.5% | 14.2% | -5.3% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 5.8% | 1.4% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.1% | 19.1% | 8.0% | 16.9% | 2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.6% | 29.8% | 2.2% | 33.8% | -4.0% |
| Other | 3% | 2.8% | -0.2% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.6% | 99.5% | 0.9% | 81.4% | 18.1% |
In this area, 98.7% 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 | 97.8% | 98.7% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.5% | 98.7% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.6% | 76.7% | 4.9% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 17.6% | 13.5% | 4.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.3% | 37.2% | 6.1% |
| Christian | 50.9% | 46.2% | 4.7% |
| Jewish | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Church Road was 41.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 61.1% lower than the Bridgwater East & Bawdrip average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Church Road has the 25th lowest crime rate of 83 local areas in Bridgwater East & Bawdrip and the 785th lowest crime rate of 1,848 local areas in Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 23.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 8.0%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linhay Church Road, Bridgwater, Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2023-08-25 | £340,695 |
| 4 Church Road, Bridgwater, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2020-06-19 | £310,724 |
| Crossways Farm Bungalow Church Road, Bridgwater, Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £412,500 | 2017-02-13 | £556,052 |
| Braggs House, 3 Church Road, Bridgwater, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2016-08-24 | £468,702 |
| Wheelrights Cottage, 7 Church Road, Bridgwater, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2013-09-27 | £414,063 |
TA7 0PA 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.
TA7 0PA 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.
| Retired | 95 |
| Full-Time Employee | 84 |
| Self-Employed | 59 |
| Part-Time Employee | 44 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 37 |
| Education | 27 |
| Construction | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Middlezoy Primary School Middlezoy , TA7 0NZ | 2out of 4 | 107 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Othery Village School , Othery TA7 0PX | - not rated | 1,642 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westonzoyland Community Primary School Cheer Lane , Westonzoyland TA7 0EY | 3out of 4 | 3,328 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 3,083 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Levels Country Kitchen | Windmill Retreat, Main Road | 588 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| George Inn | 42 Main Road | 232 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Village Hall Playing Field (Closed) Nethermoor Road | grass pitches | 313 yd |
| Middlezoy Cricket Club KESTOR KESTOR NETHERMOOR ROAD | grass pitches | 339 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 | 37.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 40.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 55.42 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 55.42 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 13.16 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.