Middle Road is in Cossington, Bridgwater and in Somerset district. TA7 8LQ is located in the Huntspill 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 Middle Road, Cossington, Bridgwater, TA7 8LQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TA7 8JL, TA7 8JR, TA7 8LS, TA7 8JN, TA7 8LH, TA7 8LY, TA7 8LW, TA7 8JT, TA7 8LL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TA7 8LQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.9% | 51.3% | -1.6% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 47.1% | 48.7% | 1.6% | 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 8LQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.2% 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 | 22.7% | 25.4% | 2.7% | 37.9% | -12.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.1% | 55.2% | 2.1% | 44.2% | 11.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 2% | 2.6% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 12.9% | 9.8% | -3.1% | 9.1% | 0.7% |
| Widowed | 7.8% | 5.8% | -2.0% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 49.3% | 52.1% | 2.8% | 48.4% | 3.7% |
| Good health | 35.6% | 33.8% | -1.8% | 33.6% | 0.2% |
| Fair health | 13.1% | 11.3% | -1.8% | 12.7% | -1.4% |
| Bad health | 1.3% | 2.6% | 1.3% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 17.6% | 11% | -6.6% | 18.2% | -7.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.9% | 7.8% | -5.1% | 9.6% | -1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.9% | 15.3% | 2.4% | 13.4% | 1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 4.6% | -0.1% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.2% | 19.4% | 9.2% | 16.9% | 2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 39.5% | 39% | -0.5% | 33.8% | 5.2% |
| Other | 2.3% | 2.9% | 0.6% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.5% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 99.3% | 98.5% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 17.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 94.6% 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 | 95.8% | 94.6% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| European Union | 1% | 2.1% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.8% | 95.1% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.1% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -5.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0.5% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.6% | 0.3% | -4.3% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.4% | 76.7% | 12.7% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 8.2% | 13.5% | -5.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.5% | 37.2% | 4.3% |
| Christian | 54.1% | 46.2% | 7.9% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Middle Road was 54.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 48.7% lower than the Bridgwater East & Bawdrip average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Middle Road has the 35th lowest crime rate of 83 local areas in Bridgwater East & Bawdrip and the 837th highest crime rate of 1,848 local areas in Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 43.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -10.9%.
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 Old Rectory Middle Road, Bridgwater, Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £760,000 | 2013-04-19 | £1,241,333 |
| The Old Rectory Middle Road, Bridgwater, Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £755,000 | 2005-06-30 | £1,325,986 |
TA7 8LQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 8LQ 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%.
| Retired | 112 |
| Full-Time Employee | 111 |
| Part-Time Employee | 44 |
| Self-Employed | 37 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Education | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsmoor Primary School Bawdrip , TA7 8PY | 3out of 4 | 1,820 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woolavington Village Primary School Higher Road , Woolavington TA7 8EA | 2out of 4 | 1,881 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Puriton Primary School Rowlands Rise , Puriton TA7 8BT | 3out of 4 | 4,100 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Catcott Primary School Manor Road , Catcott TA7 9HD | 3out of 4 | 4,122 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Willowdown Primary School Kings Drive , TA6 4FU | 2out of 4 | 4,748 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Blue Lias | Fairways Holiday & Touring Park, Bath Road | 1,086 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Tile Inn | Middle Road | 763 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| R M Smith Playing Field COSSINGTON LANE | grass pitches | 660 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.