Postcode Analysis Somerset West and Taunton, South West

WOODSTOCK ROAD, TA1 1AF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WOODSTOCK ROAD, TA1 1AF.

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Population

382

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 46,300 /yr

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Employed

53%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: TA1 1AF is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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6/10
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8/10
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6/10
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9/10
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8/10
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6/10
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Area Character

TA1 1AF is an established family neighbourhood — 70% owner-occupation and an average age of 42 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

TA1 1AF is a mixed residential area on Woodstock Road, 0.4km from North Town in Taunton. Administratively it sits within Bishop's Hull & Taunton West ward and the Taunton Deane constituency.

For families considering a move, TA1 1AF represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 56 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £280k.

Census 2021 statistics for TA1 1AF are sourced from Output Area E00149227 (shared with 18 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TA1 1AF. The average age is 41.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.1%
Asian / British Asian2.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.5%
Other / Mixed2.1%

Economic Activity

53%Active
FT: 37%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 280,000

1 sales · Mean £ 280,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime around TA1 1AF is moderate at 56 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences70
Shoplifting54
Anti-social behaviour38
Public order26
Criminal damage and arson13

school Local Schools

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North Town Academy

Good495 pupils0.4 km
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The Castle School

Outstanding1199 pupils0.6 km
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St Andrew's Church School

Good235 pupils0.7 km
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Parkfield Primary School

Good424 pupils1.1 km
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Priorswood Primary School

Good165 pupils1.3 km
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Staplegrove Church School

Good204 pupils1.3 km
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St James Church School

Good455 pupils1.4 km
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St George's Catholic School

Good222 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

17 nearby
  • Greenway Motors Ltd0.8 km
  • Rowe's Cornish Bakers0.6 km
  • Daily Needs Food & Wine0.5 km
  • Dough0.9 km
  • Kropka0.6 km
  • + 12 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

45 nearby
  • Corner House Hotel0.8 km
  • Quantock Restaurant0.7 km
  • Tesco Family Dining0.6 km
  • The Weir0.2 km
  • Fireaway Pizza0.7 km
  • + 40 more
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Supermarkets

5 nearby
  • Lidl0.7 km
  • TESCO STORES LTD0.6 km
  • Rom Market0.6 km
  • Welcome Co-op Taunton0.5 km
  • Wm Morrisons Supermarkets Ltd0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

22 nearby
  • Yo! To Go!0.6 km
  • Blue Ocean0.9 km
  • Boba Corner0.6 km
  • Crystal Kebabs0.6 km
  • Kerala Kitchen0.5 km
  • + 17 more
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Pub, NightClub

13 nearby
  • Hideout0.9 km
  • Kings Arms (also t/a 88th Street, Value Mighty, Sin City Burger)0.4 km
  • Mackenzie's0.8 km
  • Mecca Bingo Ltd0.9 km
  • Pitcher & Piano0.9 km
  • + 8 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • The Great Western Hotel0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Taunton0.8 km
  • Bridgwater14.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Richmond Road0.1 km
  • Richmond Road0.1 km
  • French Weir0.2 km
  • French Weir0.2 km
  • The Stores0.5 km