Postcode Analysis South Somerset, South West

WALSCOMBE CLOSE, TA14 6QJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WALSCOMBE CLOSE, TA14 6QJ.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

254

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Avg Age

48

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Avg Income

£ 46,400 /yr

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Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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9/10
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6/10
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4/10
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3/10
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4/10
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6/10
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1/10
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6/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 70% owner-occupation and average age 48, TA14 6QJ has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district. Property prices are trending down 11.8% year-on-year.

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

TA14 6QJ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Walscombe Close, 0.6km from West Stoke in Stoke sub Hamdon. Administratively it sits within Martock ward and the Yeovil constituency.

For families considering a move, TA14 6QJ represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 48 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £250k, down 11.8% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for TA14 6QJ are sourced from Output Area E00148706 (shared with 9 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 TA14 6QJ. The average age is 48.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.2%
Asian / British Asian0.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 22%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 271,500

7 sales · Mean £ 279,928

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

TA14 6QJ has low crime rates — 11 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson3
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Burglary1

school Local Schools

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Castle Primary School

Good140 pupils0.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Stoke-sub-Hamdon Community Shop Ltd0.6 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Fleur De Lys0.6 km
  • Stoke Sub Hamdon Working Men's Club0.6 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Priory Coffee0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Yeovil8.2 km
  • Crewkerne9.7 km
  • Yeovil Pen Mill9.8 km