TA21 0BE is a safe, established residential area on Richards Close, 0.0km from Crosslands in Wellington (Somerset West and Taunton). Administratively it sits within Wellington ward and the Taunton Deane constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. The daytime character shifts — manufacturing, energy and utilities. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 77% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £241k.
Census 2021 statistics for TA21 0BE are sourced from Output Area E00149339 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
RICHARDS CLOSE, TA21 0BE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RICHARDS CLOSE, TA21 0BE.
294
46
£ 42,200 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates TA21 0BE — age 46, 77% ownership, 17% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. 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 TA21 0BE. The average age is 45.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 228,000
5 sales · Mean £ 219,020
Detached
£ 277,250
2 sales · Mean £ 277,250
Terraced
£ 152,000
5 sales · Mean £ 156,800
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
TA21 0BE has low crime rates — 19 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.
school Local Schools
Isambard Kingdom Brunel Primary School
Beech Grove Primary School
Court Fields School
Rockwell Green Church of England Primary School
St John's Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- One Stop0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Brazier Coffee Roasters - Cafe & Bakery0.3 km
- Somerset Larder0.4 km
- Stefanos' Food0.4 km
- Wellington Rugby Football Club0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Taunton10.5 km
- Tiverton Parkway11.5 km
Bus Stops
- Tonedale0.2 km
- Tonedale0.2 km
- Swallowfield Works0.4 km
- Wellington Tile Centre0.4 km
- Swallowfield Works0.4 km
Generated by PostcodeInfo.uk
Postcode Profile: TA210BE · Data under Open Government Licence