Postcode Analysis Somerset West and Taunton, South West

DAIRYLANDS, TA24 6LQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DAIRYLANDS, TA24 6LQ.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-12 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

296

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Avg Age

55

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Avg Income

£ 35,900 /yr

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Employed

35%

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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9/10
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7/10
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1/10
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4/10
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2/10
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5/10
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1/10
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7/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Average age 55, 73% owned. TA24 6LQ is quintessential settled, mature residential territory — long-term residents, quiet streets, minimal rental churn. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £450k reflects the demand. Property prices are trending up 25.0% year-on-year.

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

TA24 6LQ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Dairylands, 0.2km from Old Cleeve in Somerset West and Taunton. Administratively it sits within Dunster ward and the Bridgwater and West Somerset constituency.

For serious buyers, TA24 6LQ is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. During the day, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. An established, mature community with an average age of 55 — quiet, long-term residents, low turnover. 73% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £450k, up 25.0% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for TA24 6LQ are sourced from Output Area E00149476 (shared with 21 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 TA24 6LQ. The average age is 55.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.7%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

35%Active
FT: 23%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 400,000

4 sales · Mean £ 398,737

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-12)

TA24 6LQ has low crime rates — 27 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences6
Public order1
Vehicle crime1

school Local Schools

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Old Cleeve CofE School, Washford

Outstanding103 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Cedar House0.3 km

train Transport Links

Bus Stops

  • Old Cleeve Post Box0.2 km
  • Old Cleeve Post Box0.2 km