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Bridgwater Town

England / South West / Somerset / Bridgwater Town

About

Bridgwater is a market town in Somerset, located along the River Parrett. The area has a strong industrial heritage, historically known for its brick and tile manufacturing. The town centre features a mix of traditional and modern architecture, with several historic buildings like the Blake Museum and St Mary’s Church. Bridgwater’s canal network and docks played a key role in its development as a trading hub.

The town hosts annual events such as the Bridgwater Carnival, one of the largest illuminated carnivals in Europe. Surrounding areas include the Somerset Levels, offering flat landscapes and nature reserves. Bridgwater provides essential amenities, including shopping centres, schools, and transport links, making it a practical base for both residents and visitors. The area balances its industrial past with green spaces and community-focused events.

Area overview

On average Bridgwater Town has high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 273 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 14.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Bridgwater Town is £39,900 per year. There are 4 schools in Bridgwater Town: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
9/10
Crimes per 1k residents
273
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
14.4%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Bridgwater Town Population
10,576
Population density
4,657.8 per km²

Demographics

British
8,083
76.43%
Other White
1,405
13.28%
Indian
281
2.66%
Other
165
1.56%
Other Asian
162
1.53%
Total population: 10,576

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency
1,729
35.48%
Owns outright
1,109
22.76%
Owns with a mortgage
1,104
22.66%
Other social rented
450
9.23%
Social rents from council
339
6.96%
Total households: 4,873

Property prices in Bridgwater Town

Based on 113 recent sales, the median property price is £190,000 in Bridgwater Town area, with individual transactions ranging from £75,000 up to £500,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached4£252,250
Flats27£145,000
Semi-Detached12£213,750
Terraced70£202,500

10 years price trend in Bridgwater Town

All postcodes in Bridgwater Town

TA63LX

Cornhill

TA63TD

Drakes Close

TA65AG

Eastover

TA65BT

Penzoy Avenue

TA65EW

Bath Road

TA67AB

Victoria Road

TA65BA

Blake Place

TA69JH

Friarn Street

TA69SP

King Square

TA63FP

Chilton Street

TA63FR

Bridgwater Town

TA63JY

Anson Way

TA63LL

Friarn Street

TA63LU

Cornhill

TA63NL

Dampiet Street

TA63PN

Mount Street

TA65FB

Squibbers Way

TA65EZ

Wellington Road

TA65JQ

All Saints' Terrace

TA65QX

Teal Close

TA65RD

Grebe Road

TA69LQ

Bridgwater Town

TA69ST

King Square

TA63EW

Castle Moat

TA63HJ

Northgate

TA63JH

Saltlands Avenue

TA63JJ

Bridgwater Town

TA63NQ

Fore Street

TA64RP

Cannon Close

TA65AL

St John Street

TA65BN

Westonzoyland Road

TA65BS

Penzoy Avenue

TA65FH

Appledore Drive

TA65LY

Barclay Street

TA65PZ

Carvers Road

TA69TF

King Square

TA69SA

King Square

TA63EZ

Blacklands

TA63EN

Clare Street

TA63JA

Chilton Road

TA65FJ

Peploe Way

TA65HS

Barclay Street

TA65JT

Salmon Parade

TA65QN

Blake Place

TA65FT

Bridgwater Town

TA63AU

Queen Street

TA69SJ

King Square

TA63BZ

Court Street

TA63DL

Chandos Street

TA63QB

Kendale Road

TA63TF

Drakes Close

TA63TT

Condell Close

TA63UU

Griffen Close

TA63AL

Bridgwater Town

TA69HJ

Friarn Street

TA63BQ

High Street

TA63DG

King Square

TA63DZ

George Street

TA63JP

Richmond Close

TA63LZ

Binford Place

TA63QJ

Feversham Avenue

TA63TE

Drakes Close

TA63UG

Church Meadow

TA69ZY

King Square

TA65AT

Carvers Road

TA65AZ

Carvers Road

TA65ER

Devonshire Street

TA65JW

Colley Lane

TA63BH

High Street

TA63DD

Castle Street

TA63JR

Chilton Street

TA63LG

Horsepond Lane

TA63PX

Bridgwater Town

TA63PY

Chatham Avenue

TA63TP

Charnwood Close

TA65AS

Church Street

TA65LZ

Axe Road

TA69LS

Bridgwater Town

TA69SZ

King Square

TA63DA

Court Street

TA63NR

Priory Court

TA65FP

Hazeley Close

TA65HE

Cornborough Place

TA65JH

Colley Lane

TA65QT

Sandpiper Close

TA63YF

King Square

TA69SB

King Square

TA69SQ

King Square

TA69SU

King Square

TA63EL

Cornhill

TA63HL

Queen Street

TA63QD

Kendale Road

TA63TU

Waverley Road

TA65JR

Cranleigh Gardens

TA63DB

Castle Street

TA63EP

Market Street

TA63FJ

Waverley Road

TA63HZ

Chilton Street

TA63QL

Wordsworth Avenue

TA65ND

All Saints' Terrace
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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.