It lies to the east and south west of Bridgwater. The parish includes the villages and hamlets of Dunwear, Horsey and Slape Cross. In 2011 the parish had a population of 428, however, if including the newly built suburb of Bridgwater: Willow Down, the population is 1,843.[1]
Governance
The parish council has responsibility for local issues, including setting an annual precept (local rate) to cover the council's operating costs.