Postcode Analysis Somerset West and Taunton, South West

MAIN ROAD, TA24 6NH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MAIN ROAD, TA24 6NH.

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Population

290

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Avg Age

49

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Avg Income

£ 35,900 /yr

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Employed

41%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: TA24 6NH 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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10/10
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4/10
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2/10
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3/10
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5/10
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3/10
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1/10
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3/10
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1/10
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Area Character

With 41% social renting, TA24 6NH is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.

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

TA24 6NH is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Main Road, 0.4km from Carhampton in Carhampton. Administratively it sits within Dunster ward and the Bridgwater and West Somerset constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, TA24 6NH 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. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 49 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 41% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 23% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £160k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for TA24 6NH are sourced from Output Area E00149420 (shared with 18 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 6NH. The average age is 48.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.9%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean1.0%
Other / Mixed1.0%

Economic Activity

41%Active
FT: 23%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 160,000

1 sales · Mean £ 160,000

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

TA24 6NH has low crime rates — 27 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 offences11
Anti-social behaviour1
Possession of weapons1
Public order1

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Carhampton Stores0.2 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Butchers Arms0.5 km

train Transport Links

Bus Stops

  • Post Office0.3 km
  • Post Office0.3 km
  • Post Office0.3 km