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About

Chard West is a residential area located in the town of Chard, Somerset. It features a mix of housing, including Victorian terraces, post-war homes, and modern developments. The area is close to local amenities such as schools, shops, and parks, making it convenient for families and commuters.

The nearby Holyrood Academy serves as a key educational institution, while the town centre is easily accessible for shopping and services. Chard West benefits from good transport links, with the A30 and A358 providing connections to nearby towns like Taunton and Yeovil. The area offers a balance of suburban living with easy access to the surrounding countryside.

Area overview

On average Chard West has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 125 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 23.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Chard West is £39,700 per year. There are 3 schools in Chard West: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
125
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
23.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Chard West Population
6,940
Population density
3,792.1 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,913
85.15%
Other White
634
9.13%
African
66
0.95%
White and Black African (mixed)
63
0.91%
Other
55
0.79%
Total population: 6,944

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,059
33.86%
Owns with a mortgage
690
22.06%
Private landlord or letting agency
573
18.32%
Other social rented
569
18.19%
Social rents from council
150
4.8%
Total households: 3,128

Property prices in Chard West

Based on 105 recent sales, the median property price is £215,000 in Chard West area, with individual transactions ranging from £62,000 up to £555,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Chard West in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Chard West over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached29£345,000
Flats17£95,000
Semi-Detached28£232,000
Terraced31£165,000

10 years median price trend in Chard West

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Chard West.

All postcodes in Chard West

TA201NL

Henson Park

TA202AJ

Bath Street

TA202DP

Tatworth Road

TA202EW

Mitchell Gardens

TA202HE

Brutton Way

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.