Postcode Analysis Somerset West and Taunton, South West

STAPLEGROVE ROAD, TA1 1DQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for STAPLEGROVE ROAD, TA1 1DQ.

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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 1DQ 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

Families dominate this postcode. With 70% owner-occupation and average age 42, TA1 1DQ has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average. Property prices average £245k. Property prices are trending down 32.7% year-on-year.

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

TA1 1DQ is an active urban area on Staplegrove Road, 0.1km from North Town in Taunton. Administratively it sits within Bishop's Hull & Taunton West ward and the Taunton Deane constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — 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 rates are above average at 123 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: Average house prices are around £245k, down 32.7% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for TA1 1DQ 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 1DQ. 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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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 179,000

8 sales · Mean £ 197,562

Semi-Detached

£ 217,500

3 sales · Mean £ 202,500

Flat

£ 115,000

1 sales · Mean £ 115,000

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

Crime around TA1 1DQ is above average at 123 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 offences220
Shoplifting85
Anti-social behaviour70
Public order64
Criminal damage and arson32

school Local Schools

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North Town Academy

Good495 pupils0.1 km
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St Andrew's Church School

Good235 pupils0.5 km
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The Castle School

Outstanding1199 pupils0.8 km
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St James Church School

Good455 pupils1.0 km
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St George's Catholic School

Good222 pupils1.1 km
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Priorswood Primary School

Good165 pupils1.1 km
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Parkfield Primary School

Good424 pupils1.1 km
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Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School

Requires Improvement460 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

30 nearby
  • Rowe's Cornish Bakers0.6 km
  • Boots UK Ltd0.7 km
  • Daily Needs Food & Wine0.1 km
  • Dough0.7 km
  • Kropka0.2 km
  • + 25 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

83 nearby
  • Corner House Hotel0.8 km
  • Quantock Restaurant0.9 km
  • Tesco Family Dining0.6 km
  • The Weir0.4 km
  • Fireaway Pizza0.3 km
  • + 78 more
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Supermarkets

10 nearby
  • Lidl0.6 km
  • TESCO STORES LTD0.6 km
  • Iceland0.7 km
  • Rom Market0.2 km
  • Tesco Stores Limited0.8 km
  • + 5 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

29 nearby
  • Yo! To Go!0.6 km
  • Blue Mango0.9 km
  • Blue Ocean0.9 km
  • Boba Corner0.2 km
  • Crystal Kebabs0.2 km
  • + 24 more
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Pub, NightClub

22 nearby
  • Hideout0.6 km
  • Kings Arms (also t/a 88th Street, Value Mighty, Sin City Burger)0.0 km
  • Mackenzie's0.5 km
  • Mecca Bingo Ltd0.6 km
  • Pitcher & Piano0.6 km
  • + 17 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Taunton House Hotel0.9 km
  • The Great Western Hotel0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Taunton0.5 km
  • Bridgwater14.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Kings Arms0.1 km
  • Kings Arms0.1 km
  • Flook House0.1 km
  • Flook House0.1 km
  • French Weir0.2 km