Is TA2 6AL a safe place to live?

Yes, TA2 6AL is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 21 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in TA2 6AL?

The average property price in TA2 6AL is currently around £675k.

What is the population of TA2 6AL?

The population for the TA2 6AL area is approximately 301 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Somerset West and Taunton, South West

STAPLEGROVE ROAD, TA2 6AL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for STAPLEGROVE ROAD, TA2 6AL.

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Population

301

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 52,000 /yr

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Employed

43%

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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9/10

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5/10

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6/10

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6/10

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7/10

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9/10

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9/10

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8/10

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Area Character

TA2 6AL is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £675k, 85% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.

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

TA2 6AL is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Staplegrove Road, 0.5km from Staplegrove in Taunton. Administratively it sits within Rowbarton & Staplegrove ward and the Taunton Deane constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in TA2, TA2 6AL offers a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. With an average age of 49, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 85% 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 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £675k.

Census 2021 statistics for TA2 6AL are sourced from Output Area E00149157 (shared with 8 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 TA2 6AL. The average age is 49.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.7%

Asian / British Asian1.3%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

43%Active

FT: 27%

Unemployed: 1%

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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 545,000

7 sales · Mean £ 540,000

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

TA2 6AL has low crime rates — 21 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 offences21

Anti-social behaviour10

Shoplifting8

Criminal damage and arson5

Public order5

school Local Schools

Staplegrove Church School

Good204 pupils0.4 km

St Andrew's Church School

Good235 pupils1.3 km

The Castle School

Outstanding1199 pupils1.3 km

Wellsprings Primary School

Good309 pupils1.4 km

North Town Academy

Good495 pupils1.5 km

Bishops Hull Primary School

Good226 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby

Greenway Motors Ltd0.5 km
Morrisons Daily0.5 km
Welcome Staplegrove0.3 km

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby

Yallands Farmhouse Bed and Breakfast0.6 km

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby

Taunton Vale Sports Club Ltd0.5 km

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby

Mega Sea Fish & Chips0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Taunton1.5 km
Bridgwater14.4 km

Bus Stops

Staplegrove Inn0.1 km
Staplegrove Inn0.1 km
The Firs0.1 km
The Firs0.2 km
Staplegrove Road0.2 km