Postcode Analysis Somerset West and Taunton, South West

ANCHOR STREET, TA23 0BA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ANCHOR STREET, TA23 0BA.

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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 0BA 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

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. TA23 0BA's 50% ownership and 42-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. £425k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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

TA23 0BA is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Anchor Street, 0.2km from Watchet in Watchet. Administratively it sits within Watchet & Stogursey ward and the Bridgwater and West Somerset constituency.

This is 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, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. A balanced community with an average age of 42 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 49 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £425k.

Census 2021 statistics for TA23 0BA 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 0BA. 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

Detached

£ 425,000

1 sales · Mean £ 425,000

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

TA23 0BA has low crime rates — 49 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 offences34
Anti-social behaviour20
Criminal damage and arson15
Public order14
Shoplifting13

school Local Schools

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Knights Templar Community Church School & Nursery

Requires Improvement197 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Radstock Co-operative Society0.5 km
  • Sam's Deli0.2 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Snailholt Farm0.9 km
  • The Georgian House0.2 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

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

Restaurant, Cafe

10 nearby
  • Chives Cafe0.2 km
  • East Quay Kitchen0.1 km
  • Hellikers Tea Rooms0.2 km
  • Little Vikings Childrens Centre0.8 km
  • Phoenix Centre0.2 km
  • + 5 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Co-operative0.4 km
  • Co-Operative Stores0.2 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Andrews Fish and Chips0.5 km
  • Golden Bowl0.4 km
  • Pizza Time & Kebab House0.1 km
  • The Mariners Chippie0.2 km

train Transport Links

Bus Stops

  • Watchet (West Somerset Railway)0.1 km
  • Watchet (West Somerset Railway)0.1 km
  • Watchet Railway Station0.1 km
  • Watchet Railway Station0.1 km
  • Paper Mill0.2 km