Postcode Analysis South Somerset, South West

THORNDUN PARK DRIVE, TA20 1BS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THORNDUN PARK DRIVE, TA20 1BS.

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Population

305

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 44,000 /yr

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Employed

56%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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7/10
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7/10
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2/10
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7/10
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7/10
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4/10
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2/10
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8/10
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2/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. TA20 1BS's low deprivation rank, 81% ownership, and £235k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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

TA20 1BS is a sought-after residential area on Thorndun Park Drive, 0.4km from Chard in Chard. Administratively it sits within Chard North ward and the Yeovil constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in TA20, TA20 1BS offers a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. Outside of residential hours, manufacturing, energy and utilities. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 81% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 51 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £235k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for TA20 1BS are sourced from Output Area E00148605 (shared with 10 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 1BS. The average age is 43.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.7%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.7%
Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

56%Active
FT: 37%
Unemployed: 3%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 235,225

2 sales · Mean £ 235,225

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

Crime around TA20 1BS is moderate at 51 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 offences91
Shoplifting33
Anti-social behaviour27
Public order19
Other theft18

school Local Schools

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The Redstart Primary School

Good461 pupils0.4 km
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Holyrood Academy

Outstanding1322 pupils0.5 km
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Avishayes Community Primary School

Good244 pupils0.8 km
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Manor Court Community Primary School

Good353 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

18 nearby
  • Chard News0.7 km
  • Portuguese Delight0.9 km
  • The Village Bakery0.9 km
  • Country Butchers0.9 km
  • Emery Newsagents0.9 km
  • + 13 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Ammonite Lodge Guest House1.0 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

16 nearby
  • Costa Coffee0.7 km
  • Lusitana Ltd0.8 km
  • Vape and Sweet Ltd0.8 km
  • A Bite to Eat0.7 km
  • Chan's Restaurant0.8 km
  • + 11 more
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Supermarkets

5 nearby
  • Poundstretcher0.7 km
  • Lidl0.8 km
  • Tasquinha's Grocery Store0.9 km
  • Tesco0.7 km
  • Sainsbury's0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

9 nearby
  • Boss Hogs0.8 km
  • Spice Villa0.8 km
  • Top Chef0.8 km
  • Whites Fish & Chips0.9 km
  • Danny's Garden0.3 km
  • + 4 more
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Pub, NightClub

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

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Axminster11.6 km
  • Crewkerne12.8 km
  • Honiton18.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Elder Close0.1 km
  • Glynswood0.1 km
  • John Gunn Close0.2 km
  • Thorndun Park Drive0.2 km
  • Pine Avenue0.3 km