Postcode Analysis Somerset West and Taunton, South West

BIRCHILLS CLOSE, TA21 0DP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BIRCHILLS CLOSE, TA21 0DP.

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Population

254

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 47,200 /yr

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Employed

44%

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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6/10
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4/10
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4/10
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2/10
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6/10
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4/10
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2/10
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5/10
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8/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. TA21 0DP's 62% ownership and 40-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

home £240,000 median price shield Safety 6/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

TA21 0DP is a safe, established residential area on Birchills Close, 0.3km from Lower Westford in Rockwell Green. Administratively it sits within Wellington ward and the Taunton Deane constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. A balanced community with an average age of 40 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 62% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £240k.

Census 2021 statistics for TA21 0DP are sourced from Output Area E00149365 (shared with 7 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 TA21 0DP. The average age is 40.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.6%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 4%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 203,000

2 sales · Mean £ 203,000

Semi-Detached

£ 168,000

1 sales · Mean £ 168,000

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

TA21 0DP has low crime rates — 35 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 offences41
Anti-social behaviour20
Public order6
Criminal damage and arson4
Vehicle crime2

school Local Schools

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Rockwell Green Church of England Primary School

Good206 pupils0.2 km
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Court Fields School

Requires Improvement755 pupils0.9 km
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Beech Grove Primary School

Good303 pupils1.1 km
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Isambard Kingdom Brunel Primary School

119 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Brocks0.5 km
  • M J Coate Butchers0.3 km
  • MFG Courtfields BP0.9 km
  • One Stop1.0 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Cleve Hotel Ltd0.9 km
  • Rockwell Green War Memorial Institute0.5 km
  • Brazier Coffee Roasters - Cafe & Bakery1.0 km
  • Wellington Rugby Football Club0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Neptune Fish Bar0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Tiverton Parkway10.3 km
  • Taunton11.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Greenway Road0.2 km
  • Greenway Road0.2 km
  • Oaken Ground0.4 km
  • Oaken Ground0.4 km