Postcode Analysis South Somerset, South West

THE OLD ORCHARD, TA13 5AQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE OLD ORCHARD, TA13 5AQ.

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Population

420

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Avg Age

52

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Avg Income

£ 46,500 /yr

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Employed

36%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: TA13 5AQ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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8/10
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7/10
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1/10
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3/10
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1/10
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8/10
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2/10
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9/10
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1/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. TA13 5AQ spans multiple life stages — average age 52, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

TA13 5AQ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on The Old Orchard, 0.3km from Hayes End in South Petherton. Administratively it sits within South Petherton & Islemoor ward and the Yeovil constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in TA13, TA13 5AQ offers a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. Outside of residential hours, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 52 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 83% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £440k.

Census 2021 statistics for TA13 5AQ are sourced from Output Area E00148832 (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 TA13 5AQ. The average age is 51.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.6%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.4%

Economic Activity

36%Active
FT: 22%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 440,000

3 sales · Mean £ 440,000

Detached

£ 362,800

3 sales · Mean £ 383,433

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

TA13 5AQ has low crime rates — 26 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences24
Anti-social behaviour15
Public order7
Criminal damage and arson4
Other crime4

school Local Schools

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South Petherton Junior School

Outstanding141 pupils0.3 km
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South Petherton Church of England Infants and Pre School

Outstanding106 pupils0.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • Bakery Roy-Al0.4 km
  • Greggs South Petherton0.8 km
  • N&D News Ltd0.3 km
  • South Petherton Service Station0.8 km
  • The Bloom Wine Company0.3 km
  • + 2 more
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • South Petherton Bowling Club0.2 km
  • South Petherton Sports & Social Club0.4 km
  • The Brewer's Arms0.4 km
  • The Pavilion Sports Club0.2 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Cafe Licious0.4 km
  • Farm and Field Cafe0.9 km
  • Natter Jacks0.4 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-op0.3 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Phoenix Fish Bar0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Crewkerne8.5 km
  • Yeovil11.8 km
  • Yeovil Pen Mill13.4 km

Bus Stops

  • David Hall Arts Centre0.2 km
  • Prigg Lane0.2 km
  • St Michaels Church0.3 km
  • St Michaels Church0.3 km
  • South Petherton Junior School0.3 km