Postcode Analysis Somerset West and Taunton, South West

BIRCH GROVE, TA1 1EE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BIRCH GROVE, TA1 1EE.

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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 1EE 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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6/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, TA1 1EE combines high owner-occupation (70%), strong property values (£592k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Crime rates in this specific area are moderate. Property prices average £592k.

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

TA1 1EE is a mixed residential area on Birch Grove, 0.2km 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 1EE represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. An average age of 42 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are above average at 107 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: Prices average £592k.

Census 2021 statistics for TA1 1EE 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 1EE. 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

Terraced

£ 464,000

6 sales · Mean £ 438,500

Semi-Detached

£ 752,500

2 sales · Mean £ 752,500

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

Crime around TA1 1EE is above average at 107 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 offences165
Shoplifting80
Anti-social behaviour53
Public order47
Criminal damage and arson26

school Local Schools

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North Town Academy

Good495 pupils0.2 km
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St Andrew's Church School

Good235 pupils0.6 km
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The Castle School

Outstanding1199 pupils0.7 km
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Parkfield Primary School

Good424 pupils1.1 km
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Priorswood Primary School

Good165 pupils1.2 km
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St James Church School

Good455 pupils1.2 km
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St George's Catholic School

Good222 pupils1.3 km
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Wellsprings Primary School

Good309 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

25 nearby
  • Greenway Motors Ltd0.9 km
  • Rowe's Cornish Bakers0.6 km
  • Boots UK Ltd0.9 km
  • Daily Needs Food & Wine0.3 km
  • Dough0.8 km
  • + 20 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

64 nearby
  • Corner House Hotel0.8 km
  • Quantock Restaurant0.8 km
  • Tesco Family Dining0.6 km
  • The Weir0.2 km
  • Fireaway Pizza0.5 km
  • + 59 more
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Supermarkets

9 nearby
  • Lidl0.7 km
  • TESCO STORES LTD0.6 km
  • Iceland0.9 km
  • Rom Market0.4 km
  • Tesco Stores Limited0.9 km
  • + 4 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

24 nearby
  • Yo! To Go!0.6 km
  • Blue Ocean0.9 km
  • Boba Corner0.4 km
  • Crystal Kebabs0.4 km
  • Kerala Kitchen0.3 km
  • + 19 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

18 nearby
  • Hideout0.8 km
  • Kings Arms (also t/a 88th Street, Value Mighty, Sin City Burger)0.2 km
  • Mackenzie's0.7 km
  • Mecca Bingo Ltd0.7 km
  • Pitcher & Piano0.8 km
  • + 13 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • The Great Western Hotel0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Taunton0.6 km
  • Bridgwater14.6 km

Bus Stops

  • French Weir0.1 km
  • French Weir0.1 km
  • Richmond Road0.2 km
  • Richmond Road0.2 km
  • Kings Arms0.3 km