High Street is in Othery, Bridgwater and in Somerset district. TA7 0PY 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 High Street, Othery, Bridgwater, TA7 0PY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TA7 0PX, TA7 0PZ, TA7 0QG, TA7 0PU, TA7 0PT, TA7 0QS, TA7 0QT, TA7 0QX, TA7 0QA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TA7 0PY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.3% | 51.2% | -2.1% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 46.7% | 48.8% | 2.1% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
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 | 25.7% | 28.8% | 3.1% | 37.9% | -9.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53% | 50.8% | -2.2% | 44.2% | 6.6% |
| Separated | 2% | 2.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 10% | 11.4% | 1.4% | 9.1% | 2.3% |
| Widowed | 9.2% | 6.8% | -2.4% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
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 | 45.7% | 47.9% | 2.2% | 48.4% | -0.5% |
| Good health | 36.2% | 34.4% | -1.8% | 33.6% | 0.8% |
| Fair health | 13.2% | 13.5% | 0.3% | 12.7% | 0.8% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 3.4% | 0.1% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 0.9% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 | 24.9% | 17.9% | -7.0% | 18.2% | -0.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.1% | 10.3% | -7.8% | 9.6% | 0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.1% | 15.2% | 1.1% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 6.1% | 1.3% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 19.4% | 9.0% | 16.9% | 2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.7% | 28.9% | 3.2% | 33.8% | -4.9% |
| Other | 2% | 2.3% | 0.3% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.7% 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 Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99% | 99.7% | 0.7% | 81.4% | 18.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
In this area, 96.9% 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 | 98.4% | 96.9% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98% | 96.9% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 9.8% | -7.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.4% | 76.7% | -0.3% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 22.1% | 13.5% | 8.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.5% | 37.2% | 10.3% |
| Christian | 46.9% | 46.2% | 0.7% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around High Street was 71.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 32.8% lower than the Bridgwater East & Bawdrip average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
High Street has the 38th highest crime rate of 83 local areas in Bridgwater East & Bawdrip and the 630th highest crime rate of 1,848 local areas in Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 52.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 18.4%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Anchorage High Street, Bridgwater, Somerset Other, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2021-03-05 | £364,572 |
| The Old Police House High Street, Bridgwater, Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2019-04-05 | £450,575 |
| Winslow House High Street, Bridgwater, Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £297,500 | 2016-11-21 | £402,693 |
| 2 Manor Cottages High Street, Bridgwater, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2010-02-22 | £363,874 |
| The Anchorage High Street, Bridgwater, Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2009-09-10 | £321,034 |
TA7 0PY area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 0PY 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 | 82 |
| Retired | 78 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 18 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Education | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Othery Village School , Othery TA7 0PX | - not rated | 155 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Middlezoy Primary School Middlezoy , TA7 0NZ | 2out of 4 | 1,571 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westonzoyland Community Primary School Cheer Lane , Westonzoyland TA7 0EY | 3out of 4 | 4,862 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| High Ham Church of England Primary School High Ham , TA10 9BY | 3out of 4 | 4,868 yd | Voluntary controlled 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 | 2,946 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.