Postcode Analysis Somerset West and Taunton, South West

ST DECUMANS ROAD, TA23 0AT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ST DECUMANS ROAD, TA23 0AT.

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Population

327

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 35,900 /yr

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Employed

40%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: TA23 0AT falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. 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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4/10
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1/10
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1/10
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6/10
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3/10
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3/10
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4/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 50% owner-occupation and average age 42, TA23 0AT has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

TA23 0AT is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on St Decumans Road, 0.3km from Watchet in Watchet. Administratively it sits within Watchet & Stogursey ward and the Bridgwater and West Somerset constituency.

Within the TA23 district, this postcode is characterised by 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. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. An average age of 42 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 48 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £285k.

Census 2021 statistics for TA23 0AT are sourced from Output Area E00149511 (shared with 15 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 0AT. The average age is 41.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.0%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.0%

Economic Activity

40%Active
FT: 21%
Unemployed: 3%
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Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 172,000

6 sales · Mean £ 169,333

Semi-Detached

£ 248,000

3 sales · Mean £ 280,000

Detached

£ 422,000

1 sales · Mean £ 422,000

Flat

£ 124,000

4 sales · Mean £ 124,875

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

TA23 0AT has low crime rates — 48 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 offences75
Anti-social behaviour25
Public order18
Criminal damage and arson17
Shoplifting13

school Local Schools

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Knights Templar Community Church School & Nursery

Requires Improvement197 pupils0.6 km
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Danesfield Church of England Voluntary Controlled Community Middle School

Requires Improvement363 pupils1.5 km
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St Peter's Church of England First School

Good120 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Radstock Co-operative Society0.3 km
  • Sam's Deli0.3 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • The Georgian House0.4 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • Esplanade Club0.3 km
  • London Inn0.4 km
  • The Bell Inn0.4 km
  • The Royal British Legion0.4 km
  • The Star Inn0.4 km
  • + 2 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

10 nearby
  • Chives Cafe0.3 km
  • East Quay Kitchen0.2 km
  • Hellikers Tea Rooms0.4 km
  • Little Vikings Childrens Centre0.5 km
  • Phoenix Centre0.3 km
  • + 5 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Co-operative0.2 km
  • Co-Operative Stores0.3 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Andrews Fish and Chips0.3 km
  • Golden Bowl0.2 km
  • Pizza Time & Kebab House0.3 km
  • The Mariners Chippie0.4 km

train Transport Links

Bus Stops

  • Masonic Hall0.1 km
  • Masonic Hall0.1 km
  • Watchet (West Somerset Railway)0.2 km
  • Watchet (West Somerset Railway)0.2 km
  • Paper Mill0.2 km