Postcode Analysis South Somerset, South West

FURZEHILL, TA20 1AS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FURZEHILL, TA20 1AS.

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Population

373

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 39,700 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: TA20 1AS falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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3/10
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5/10
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2/10
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3/10
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8/10
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1/10
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5/10
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2/10
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9/10
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Area Character

TA20 1AS has a significant social housing presence — 51% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

TA20 1AS is a safe, established residential area on Furzehill, 0.4km from Chard in Chard. Administratively it sits within Chard North ward and the Yeovil constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, TA20 1AS is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. The daytime character shifts — manufacturing, energy and utilities. The 36 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 51% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 48 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for TA20 1AS are sourced from Output Area E00148604 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TA20 1AS. The average age is 36.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.2%
Asian / British Asian0.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.8%
Other / Mixed3.2%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

TA20 1AS has low crime rates — 48 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences88
Shoplifting36
Anti-social behaviour28
Public order19
Other theft18

school Local Schools

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The Redstart Primary School

Good461 pupils0.5 km
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Holyrood Academy

Outstanding1322 pupils0.5 km
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Avishayes Community Primary School

Good244 pupils0.7 km
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Manor Court Community Primary School

Good353 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

19 nearby
  • Chard News0.7 km
  • Portuguese Delight0.9 km
  • The Village Bakery0.8 km
  • V H Graddon & Sons Vending Ltd1.0 km
  • Country Butchers0.8 km
  • + 14 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Ammonite Lodge Guest House1.0 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

18 nearby
  • Costa Coffee0.7 km
  • Lusitana Ltd0.8 km
  • Vape and Sweet Ltd0.7 km
  • A Bite to Eat0.7 km
  • A Tasquinha Da Moria1.0 km
  • + 13 more
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Supermarkets

5 nearby
  • Poundstretcher0.7 km
  • Lidl0.7 km
  • Tasquinha's Grocery Store0.9 km
  • Tesco0.6 km
  • Sainsbury's0.9 km
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Takeaway Shop

9 nearby
  • Boss Hogs0.7 km
  • Spice Villa0.8 km
  • Top Chef0.7 km
  • Whites Fish & Chips0.8 km
  • Danny's Garden0.2 km
  • + 4 more
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Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • Chard Conservative Club0.8 km
  • Chard Cricket Club0.6 km
  • Happy Return Inn0.5 km
  • The Cerdic0.6 km
  • The Dolphin Hotel0.7 km
  • + 2 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Axminster11.5 km
  • Crewkerne12.7 km
  • Honiton18.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Elder Close0.2 km
  • Glynswood0.2 km
  • Thorndun Park Drive0.3 km
  • John Gunn Close0.3 km
  • The Old Station0.3 km