Is TA23 0SS a safe place to live?

Yes, TA23 0SS is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 3 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of TA23 0SS?

The population for the TA23 0SS area is approximately 265 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Somerset West and Taunton, South West

TA23 0SS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TA23 0SS.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-01 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

265

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 43,800 /yr

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Employed

55%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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8/10

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7/10

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1/10

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5/10

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5/10

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6/10

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1/10

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7/10

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6/10

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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates TA23 0SS — age 48, 78% ownership, 13% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

TA23 0SS is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 1.4km from Kingsbridge in Somerset West and Taunton. Administratively it sits within Dunster ward and the Bridgwater and West Somerset constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 48, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 78% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 3 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for TA23 0SS are sourced from Output Area E00149469 (shared with 24 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 0SS. The average age is 48.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.3%

Asian / British Asian0.4%

Black / African / Caribbean0.4%

Other / Mixed1.9%

Economic Activity

55%Active

FT: 34%

Unemployed: 3%

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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

TA23 0SS has low crime rates — 3 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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train Transport Links

Bus Stops

St Marys Church0.2 km
St Marys Church0.2 km