TA20 1AJ is a sought-after residential area on Glynswood, 0.3km from Chard in Chard. Administratively it sits within Chard North ward and the Yeovil constituency.
For serious buyers, TA20 1AJ is a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. During the day, manufacturing, energy and utilities. A balanced community with an average age of 44 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 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 £215k, up 14.4% year-on-year. 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 1AJ are sourced from Output Area E00148605 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GLYNSWOOD, TA20 1AJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GLYNSWOOD, TA20 1AJ.
305
44
£ 44,000 /yr
56%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. TA20 1AJ's low deprivation rank, 81% ownership, and £215k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £215k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 14.4% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TA20 1AJ. 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
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 224,500
2 sales · Mean £ 224,500
Semi-Detached
£ 195,000
11 sales · Mean £ 200,590
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around TA20 1AJ 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.
school Local Schools
The Redstart Primary School
Holyrood Academy
Avishayes Community Primary School
Manor Court Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
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
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Ammonite Lodge Guest House0.9 km
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
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Poundstretcher0.7 km
- Lidl0.7 km
- Tasquinha's Grocery Store0.9 km
- Tesco0.6 km
- Sainsbury's0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- Boss Hogs0.7 km
- Spice Villa0.8 km
- Top Chef0.7 km
- Whites Fish & Chips0.8 km
- Danny's Garden0.3 km
- + 4 more
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
- Crewkerne12.8 km
- Honiton18.3 km
Bus Stops
- Elder Close0.1 km
- Glynswood0.1 km
- Thorndun Park Drive0.3 km
- John Gunn Close0.3 km
- Pine Avenue0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: TA201AJ · Data under Open Government Licence