TA6 5BJ is a mixed residential area on Westonzoyland Road, 0.5km from Bridgwater in Bridgwater. Administratively it sits within Bridgwater East & Bawdrip ward and the Bridgwater and West Somerset constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, TA6 5BJ is a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. During the day, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The community skews young professional (average age 34) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 44% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 72 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £180k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for TA6 5BJ are sourced from Output Area E00148257 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WESTONZOYLAND ROAD, TA6 5BJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WESTONZOYLAND ROAD, TA6 5BJ.
370
34
£ 43,600 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: TA6 5BJ 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.
Area Character
Social renting makes up 44% of tenure in TA6 5BJ — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. The 34-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TA6 5BJ. The average age is 34.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 149,000
2 sales · Mean £ 149,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around TA6 5BJ is moderate at 72 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.
school Local Schools
St John and St Francis Church School
Bridgwater College Academy
Eastover Primary School
Northgate Primary School
Robert Blake School
Hamp Nursery and Infants' School
Hamp Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- Bargain Booze0.7 km
- Parkway Premier0.7 km
- Paytons Butchers0.7 km
- The Local Pantry East Bridgwater0.6 km
- Costcutters0.4 km
- + 4 more
Pub, NightClub
14 nearby- Cross Rifles Ltd1.0 km
- Bridgwater & Albion Rugby Club1.0 km
- Centre Bar0.6 km
- Great Western Railway Staff Association0.6 km
- The Sportsman1.0 km
- + 9 more
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- The McMillan Theatre0.7 km
- Windsor Catering0.8 km
- Monroe's Parkway0.7 km
- Regresso0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
14 nearby- Ocean1.0 km
- Blue Fish0.7 km
- Deniz Kebab House0.9 km
- O-Yes Rominos0.9 km
- USA Fried Chicken0.9 km
- + 9 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- The Co-Operative0.0 km
- Portuguese Delights0.9 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Mercure Bridgwater Hotel1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bridgwater0.5 km
- Highbridge & Burnham10.4 km
- Taunton14.0 km
Bus Stops
- Sedgemoor Road0.1 km
- Sedgemoor Road0.1 km
- Parkway0.1 km
- Longstone Avenue0.2 km
- Bincombe Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: TA65BJ · Data under Open Government Licence