Postcode Analysis Somerset West and Taunton, South West

CHIP LANE, TA1 1BY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHIP LANE, TA1 1BY.

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Population

275

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Avg Age

48

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Avg Income

£ 46,300 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: TA1 1BY 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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4/10
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4/10
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6/10
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8/10
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5/10
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8/10
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7/10
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7/10
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Area Character

TA1 1BY is a mixed residential postcode — average age 48, 77% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Young average age (48) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential.

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

TA1 1BY is a mixed residential area on Chip Lane, 0.2km from North Town in Taunton. Administratively it sits within Bishop's Hull & Taunton West ward and the Taunton Deane constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in TA1, TA1 1BY offers a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. With an average age of 48, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 77% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are above average at 99 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: Average house prices are around £365k.

Census 2021 statistics for TA1 1BY are sourced from Output Area E00149223 (shared with 13 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 1BY. The average age is 48.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.3%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed4.0%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 320,500

2 sales · Mean £ 320,500

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

Crime around TA1 1BY is above average at 99 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 offences206
Shoplifting84
Anti-social behaviour68
Public order64
Criminal damage and arson30

school Local Schools

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St Andrew's Church School

Good235 pupils0.4 km
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North Town Academy

Good495 pupils0.4 km
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The Castle School

Outstanding1199 pupils0.9 km
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Priorswood Primary School

Good165 pupils1.0 km
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St James Church School

Good455 pupils1.1 km
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Wellsprings Primary School

Good309 pupils1.3 km
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St George's Catholic School

Good222 pupils1.3 km
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Parkfield Primary School

Good424 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

25 nearby
  • Greenway Motors Ltd0.8 km
  • Rowe's Cornish Bakers0.8 km
  • Boots UK Ltd1.0 km
  • Daily Needs Food & Wine0.3 km
  • Dough0.9 km
  • + 20 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

54 nearby
  • Corner House Hotel1.0 km
  • Tesco Family Dining0.8 km
  • The Weir0.5 km
  • Fireaway Pizza0.5 km
  • Bare Grills0.4 km
  • + 49 more
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Supermarkets

7 nearby
  • Lidl0.9 km
  • TESCO STORES LTD0.8 km
  • Iceland1.0 km
  • Rom Market0.3 km
  • Welcome Co-op Taunton0.3 km
  • + 2 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

23 nearby
  • Yo! To Go!0.8 km
  • Blue Ocean0.7 km
  • Boba Corner0.4 km
  • Crystal Kebabs0.3 km
  • Kerala Kitchen0.3 km
  • + 18 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

15 nearby
  • Hideout0.8 km
  • Kings Arms (also t/a 88th Street, Value Mighty, Sin City Burger)0.3 km
  • Mackenzie's0.8 km
  • Mecca Bingo Ltd0.8 km
  • Pitcher & Piano0.9 km
  • + 10 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • The Great Western Hotel0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Taunton0.4 km
  • Bridgwater14.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Maxwell Street0.2 km
  • Maxwell Street0.3 km
  • Flook House0.3 km
  • Raymond Street0.3 km
  • Richmond Road0.3 km