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21,762
Population
8,877
Households
5 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£46,822
Avg. household income
901
Businesses
160
People per km²
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About Chard Junction

Chard Junction is a small settlement in Somerset, England, located within the TA20 postcode area. It lies at the junction of the A303 and A358 roads, serving as a key point for local travel between the towns of Chard and Yeovil. The area is primarily rural, with open fields and scattered residential properties. It is not a town in its own right but rather a named location where roads converge. The surrounding countryside is typical of Somerset, with rolling hills and agricultural land. There are no significant landmarks or tourist attractions in the immediate vicinity, though the area is accessible by road and is served by local bus routes. The population is modest, and the community is quiet, with a strong sense of local connection. Chard Junction is best known for its position as a transport node rather than for any particular feature or event.

School Ratings in Chard Junction

Chard Junction is served by 19 schools. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Chard Junction

Property prices average £301K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £398K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Chard Junction

Local crime rates sit broadly in line with national averages. Shoplifting accounts for the highest share in Chard Junction, with 25 incidents logged in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Chard Junction

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Chard Junction falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Healthcare in Chard Junction

There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of Chard Junction, the nearest being Ariel Healthcare (2.8 miles away).

Local Data for Chard Junction

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Property Prices 3,142 sales

Average Price £301K
£5K , £9.22M
Detached £398K 1,117
Semi £237K 784
Terraced £189K 839
Flat £115K 186

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

14 Primary
2 Secondary
3 Other
Good 8

Ofsted ratings for schools in the TA20 postcode area.

Tatworth Primary School Primary Good 1.2 miles Thorncombe, St Mary's Church of England Primary Academy Primary 2 miles St Andrew's CofE Primary Academy Primary 2 miles Winsham Primary School Primary Good 2.2 miles Hawkchurch Church of England School Primary 2.6 miles South Somerset West 2.7 miles Manor Court Community Primary School Primary Good 2.8 miles Chard School Not applicable Good 2.9 miles Avishayes Community Primary School Primary 2.9 miles Holyrood Academy Secondary Good 3.1 miles All Saints Church of England Primary School Primary 3.2 miles The Redstart Primary School Primary Good 3.4 miles

Household Income in Chard Junction ONS 2023

The average total household income in Chard Junction is approximately £46,822 a year before tax, 15% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £35,943. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Chard Junction £46,822
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £35,943.

Businesses in Chard Junction ONS 2025

There are approximately 901 active businesses based in Chard Junction, around 41 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 14 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

901 Total businesses
41 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 90%
Small, 10-49 8%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Chard Junction IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Chard Junction in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
5/10
Health
7/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
5/10
Children 0-15 16%
Working age 57%
Older 65+ 27%
3,572 Children (0-15) 16%
12,303 Working Age 57%
5,892 Older (65+) 27%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 28.5% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 11.7% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Chard Junction 169 crimes · May 2026

Average Crime Area

Chard Junction experiences crime rates that are roughly comparable to the national picture. Violence & sexual offences is the most reported category, consistent with broader patterns across similar communities. Day-to-day life here reflects the usual mix of challenges found in any established town.

Violence & Sexual Offences 72
Shoplifting 25
Anti-Social Behaviour 23
Criminal Damage & Arson 10
Other Theft 10
Public Order 9
Burglary 8
Vehicle Crime 4
Other Crime 3
Robbery 2
Bicycle Theft 1
Drugs 1
Weapons 1
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 2 stations

Axminster Train Station 5.1 miles
Crewkerne Train Station 7.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Chilson Common 0.6 miles Perry Street 0.9 miles Coombses 0.9 miles White Gate 1.2 miles Holditch 1.2 miles Ammerham 1.4 miles Bridge 1.4 miles Tatworth 1.4 miles South Chard 1.4 miles Chilson 1.4 miles Hewood 1.4 miles Lower Holditch 1.4 miles

Local Government

District South Somerset
County Somerset
Ward Chard Crimchard
Constituency Yeovil
Parish Chard Town
Region South West

Home Ownership in Chard Junction

Of the 9,626 households in and around Chard Junction, 68% are owned, 16% are socially rented and 16% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 68% Social rented 16% Private rented 16%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Chard Junction.

Frequently Asked Questions about Chard Junction

What is the population of Chard Junction?
Chard Junction has a population of approximately 21,762 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Chard Junction?
The average property in and around Chard Junction sold for about £301,070, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 14% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Chard Junction a deprived area?
Chard Junction sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 5 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Chard Junction?
Chard Junction is covered by the TA20 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Chard Junction?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Chard Junction, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Chard Junction?
The nearest railway station to Chard Junction is Axminster Train Station, about 5.1 miles away.

Streets in TA20 30 shown View all streets

A30 12 A303 7 A358 1 Abbey Close 2 Abbey Mews 1 Alun Rees Way 1 Ammerham Lane 2 Ash Grove 1 Ashcroft 1 Auckland Way 2 Avishayes Road 3 Axeford 2 Axminster Road 4 B3162 12 B3167 7 B3170 1 Back Street 2 Bakersfield 1 Balsom Close 1 Bampton Avenue 1 Barberry Drive 1 Bath Square 1 Bath Street 2 Beasley Court 1 Beaufitz Place 1 Beckington Crescent 2 Beech Road 1 Beeching Close 1 Bell Lane 1 Bench Lane 1

Postcodes in TA20 50 shown View all postcodes

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