Postcode Analysis Somerset West and Taunton, South West

ROSEMARY LANE, TA22 9DP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ROSEMARY LANE, TA22 9DP.

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Population

184

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Avg Age

66

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Avg Income

£ 39,800 /yr

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Employed

29%

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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6/10
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3/10
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1/10
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2/10
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7/10
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1/10
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10/10
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6/10
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Area Character

TA22 9DP is a settled retirement community — average age 66, 91% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. With prices and low crime, this is a premium retirement postcode.

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

TA22 9DP is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Rosemary Lane, 0.1km from Dulverton in Somerset West and Taunton. Administratively it sits within Dulverton & Exmoor ward and the Bridgwater and West Somerset constituency.

For families considering a move, TA22 9DP represents a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. Average age 66 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 91% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for TA22 9DP are sourced from Output Area E00149432 (shared with 12 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 TA22 9DP. The average age is 66.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.5%
Asian / British Asian0.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

29%Active
FT: 18%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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

TA22 9DP has low crime rates — 27 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.

Violence and sexual offences11
Public order7
Criminal damage and arson6
Other theft5
Anti-social behaviour4

school Local Schools

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All Saints CofE VC Infants School

Good48 pupils0.3 km
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Dulverton Junior School

Requires Improvement57 pupils0.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • R & N Fruit and Vegetables0.2 km
  • The Tantivy0.2 km
  • Simply Allsorts0.2 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • Town Mills0.2 km
  • Wisteria Cottage0.1 km
  • Winsbere0.7 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Copper Kettle0.2 km
  • Mad Hatters Tea Room0.2 km
  • Tongdam0.1 km
  • Woods Bar & Restaurant0.1 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-operative Food0.2 km
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Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Exmoor Fish and Chips0.2 km
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Dulverton Club & Reading Room0.2 km
  • Dulverton Sports And Social Club0.2 km
  • The Bridge Inn Exmoor Ltd0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Tiverton Parkway19.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Jury Road Garage0.1 km
  • Jury Road Garage0.1 km
  • Castlemoor0.2 km
  • Pickwicks0.2 km
  • Hanover House Police Station0.3 km