TA16 5QW is a sought-after residential area located 0.2km from Eggwood Hill in Merriott. Administratively it sits within South Petherton & Islemoor ward and the Yeovil constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in TA16, TA16 5QW offers a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 45 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 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 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for TA16 5QW are sourced from Output Area E00148695 (shared with 21 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
TA16 5QW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TA16 5QW.
358
45
£ 46,400 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: TA16 5QW 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.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. TA16 5QW spans multiple life stages — average age 45, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TA16 5QW. 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
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
TA16 5QW has low crime rates — 21 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Merriott Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Merriott Service Station (formerly Broadway Service Station)0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Kings Head0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- The Feed Station0.7 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-op1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Crewkerne4.7 km
- Yeovil12.3 km
- Yeovil Junction13.5 km
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Postcode Profile: TA165QW · Data under Open Government Licence