TA2 6BQ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Westerkirk Gate, 0.4km from Staplegrove in Taunton. Administratively it sits within Rowbarton & Staplegrove ward and the Taunton Deane constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — 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 properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for TA2 6BQ are sourced from Output Area E00149157 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WESTERKIRK GATE, TA2 6BQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WESTERKIRK GATE, TA2 6BQ.
301
49
£ 52,000 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates TA2 6BQ — age 49, 85% ownership, 14% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TA2 6BQ. 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
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
TA2 6BQ 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.
school Local Schools
Staplegrove Church School
Norton Fitzwarren Church School
Wellsprings Primary School
The Castle School
St Andrew's Church School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Greenway Motors Ltd0.8 km
- Morrisons Daily0.5 km
- Welcome Staplegrove0.1 km
- BP Cross Keys SF Connect0.8 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Yallands Farmhouse Bed and Breakfast0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Taunton Vale Sports Club Ltd0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Mega Sea Fish & Chips0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Taunton1.8 km
- Bridgwater14.4 km
Bus Stops
- Westerkirk Gate0.1 km
- Westerkirk Gate0.1 km
- Manor Road0.1 km
- School0.3 km
- Staplegrove Primary School0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: TA26BQ · Data under Open Government Licence