TA23 is a postcode district in Somerset West and Taunton, South West, covering 248 active and 51 retired postcodes.
The largest share of TA23 (21%) is characterised by a working countryside area — farms, fields and close-knit local communities, alongside a mature neighbourhood of self-reliant retirees, typically owner-occupied (19%). A further 15% of the district is made up of a rural area with a significant number of older people in rented flats. This mix of 6 distinct neighbourhood types makes TA23 one of the more varied districts in the region.
Property: Average house prices in TA23 are around £335k, up 14.0% year-on-year. Safety: Crime runs above average across TA23 at 163 per 1,000 residents — driven partly by commercial activity and transport hubs. Individual street-level data is available by selecting a specific postcode below. The district has a mature, established population with an average age of 51 — predominantly owner-occupied, quiet, and low-turnover.
Select any postcode below to explore street-level crime, nearby schools, sold house prices, and census data — or view the full TA23 demographics profile for district-wide census breakdowns.
TA23 House Prices, Crime & Local Stats
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for the TA23 postcode area.
5,923
51
£ 36,950 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 66% owner-occupation and average age 51, TA23 has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average. Property prices average £335k. Property prices are trending up 14.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
Census-aligned analysis of population structure and socioeconomic drivers.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
Recent reported incidents and common crime categories.
school Local Schools
Knights Templar Community Church School & Nursery
Old Cleeve CofE School, Washford
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
12 nearby- The White Horse Inn
- Watchet Town Football Club
- Raleghs Cross Inn
- Royal Oak Inn
- The Bell Inn
- + 7 more
Restaurant, Cafe
13 nearby- The Cats Whisker Kitchen
- The Corner House
- The Marina Cafe
- The Sanctuary
- The Spice Merchant
- + 8 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-operative
- Co-Operative Stores
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Andrews Fish and Chips
- Golden Bowl
- Pizza Time & Kebab House
- The Mariners Chippie
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Radstock Co-operative Society
- Sam's Deli
- Warren Bay Shop
- Washford Post Office
- Roadwater Village Community Shop
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Snailholt Farm
- The Georgian House
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Area Profile: TA23 · Data under Open Government Licence