Postcode Analysis Somerset West and Taunton, South West

MILL LANE, TA23 0AR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MILL LANE, TA23 0AR.

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Population

251

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Avg Age

55

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Avg Income

£ 35,900 /yr

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Employed

36%

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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2/10
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2/10
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1/10
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2/10
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5/10
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4/10
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1/10
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6/10
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8/10
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Area Character

TA23 0AR is a settled retirement community — average age 55, 67% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character of this neighbourhood.

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

TA23 0AR is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Mill Lane, 0.1km from Watchet in Watchet. Administratively it sits within Watchet & Stogursey ward and the Bridgwater and West Somerset constituency.

For families considering a move, TA23 0AR represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. An established, mature community with an average age of 55 — quiet, long-term residents, low turnover. 67% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 40 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £218k.

Census 2021 statistics for TA23 0AR are sourced from Output Area E00149510 (shared with 10 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 TA23 0AR. The average age is 55.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.4%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.2%

Economic Activity

36%Active
FT: 22%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 218,000

1 sales · Mean £ 218,000

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

TA23 0AR has low crime rates — 40 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 offences23
Anti-social behaviour17
Criminal damage and arson12
Public order11
Burglary3

school Local Schools

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Knights Templar Community Church School & Nursery

Requires Improvement197 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Radstock Co-operative Society0.6 km
  • Sam's Deli0.1 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • The Georgian House0.1 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • Esplanade Club0.2 km
  • London Inn0.1 km
  • The Bell Inn0.1 km
  • The Royal British Legion0.0 km
  • The Star Inn0.0 km
  • + 2 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

10 nearby
  • Chives Cafe0.1 km
  • East Quay Kitchen0.2 km
  • Hellikers Tea Rooms0.1 km
  • Little Vikings Childrens Centre0.9 km
  • Phoenix Centre0.2 km
  • + 5 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Co-operative0.6 km
  • Co-Operative Stores0.1 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Andrews Fish and Chips0.6 km
  • Golden Bowl0.6 km
  • Pizza Time & Kebab House0.1 km
  • The Mariners Chippie0.1 km

train Transport Links

Bus Stops

  • Watchet Railway Station0.2 km
  • Watchet Railway Station0.2 km
  • Watchet (West Somerset Railway)0.2 km
  • Watchet (West Somerset Railway)0.2 km
  • Paper Mill0.4 km