Postcode Analysis South Somerset, South West

WATERWHEEL COURT, TA16 5AF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WATERWHEEL COURT, TA16 5AF.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-01 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

358

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 46,400 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: TA16 5AF represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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10/10
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6/10
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1/10
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5/10
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3/10
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6/10
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1/10
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7/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, TA16 5AF combines high owner-occupation (77%), strong property values (£560k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £560k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 1.7% year-on-year.

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

TA16 5AF is a sought-after residential area on Waterwheel Court, 0.1km from Tail Mill in Merriott. Administratively it sits within South Petherton & Islemoor ward and the Yeovil constituency.

For serious buyers, TA16 5AF is a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 45, 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 low here at 7 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £560k, up 1.7% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for TA16 5AF are sourced from Output Area E00148695 (shared with 21 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 TA16 5AF. The average age is 45.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.3%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed1.4%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 510,000

7 sales · Mean £ 513,571

Detached

£ 350,500

4 sales · Mean £ 372,750

Semi-Detached

£ 308,500

2 sales · Mean £ 308,500

Flat

£ 172,000

1 sales · Mean £ 172,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

TA16 5AF has low crime rates — 7 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 arson2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1

school Local Schools

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Merriott Primary School

Good108 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Manor Farm Farm Shop and Egg Packer0.4 km
  • Merriott Squash Club0.4 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Merriott Social Club0.4 km
  • The Kings Head0.7 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • The Feed Station0.8 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-op0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Crewkerne3.9 km
  • Yeovil11.2 km
  • Yeovil Junction12.2 km