TA23 0BQ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on West Street, 0.3km from Watchet in Watchet. Administratively it sits within Watchet & Stogursey ward and the Bridgwater and West Somerset constituency.
For families considering a move, TA23 0BQ represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. Average age 55 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 67% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 50 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £194k, down 40.0% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for TA23 0BQ are sourced from Output Area E00149510 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WEST STREET, TA23 0BQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WEST STREET, TA23 0BQ.
251
55
£ 35,900 /yr
36%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
TA23 0BQ 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. Property prices are trending down 40.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TA23 0BQ. 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
Economic Activity
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
£ 180,000
13 sales · Mean £ 200,730
Semi-Detached
£ 223,750
2 sales · Mean £ 223,750
Detached
£ 307,000
1 sales · Mean £ 307,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around TA23 0BQ is moderate at 50 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.
school Local Schools
Knights Templar Community Church School & Nursery
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Radstock Co-operative Society0.8 km
- Sam's Deli0.3 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Snailholt Farm0.9 km
- The Georgian House0.3 km
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- Esplanade Club0.4 km
- London Inn0.3 km
- The Bell Inn0.3 km
- The Royal British Legion0.2 km
- The Star Inn0.2 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
9 nearby- Chives Cafe0.3 km
- East Quay Kitchen0.4 km
- Hellikers Tea Rooms0.3 km
- Phoenix Centre0.4 km
- The Cats Whisker Kitchen0.3 km
- + 4 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-operative0.7 km
- Co-Operative Stores0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Andrews Fish and Chips0.8 km
- Golden Bowl0.7 km
- Pizza Time & Kebab House0.3 km
- The Mariners Chippie0.3 km
train Transport Links
Bus Stops
- Lorna Doone Caravan Park0.1 km
- West Bay Caravan Park0.2 km
- Watchet Railway Station0.4 km
- Watchet Railway Station0.4 km
- Paper Mill0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: TA230BQ · Data under Open Government Licence