Postcode Analysis Somerset West and Taunton, South West

MEREDITH CLOSE, TA3 5BF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MEREDITH CLOSE, TA3 5BF.

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Population

402

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Avg Age

33

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Avg Income

£ 49,700 /yr

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Employed

46%

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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7/10
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10/10
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2/10
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5/10
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3/10
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6/10
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2/10
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5/10
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2/10
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Area Character

TA3 5BF is a mixed residential postcode — average age 33, 59% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £360k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending up 4.0% year-on-year.

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

TA3 5BF is a safe, established residential area on Meredith Close, 0.6km from North End in Creech St Michael. Administratively it sits within Monkton & North Curry ward and the Taunton Deane constituency.

For families considering a move, TA3 5BF represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The community skews young professional (average age 33) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 59% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 45 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £360k, up 4.0% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for TA3 5BF are sourced from Output Area E00186636 (shared with 5 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 TA3 5BF. The average age is 33.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.8%
Asian / British Asian1.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.5%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 360,000

5 sales · Mean £ 343,400

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

TA3 5BF has low crime rates — 45 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 offences56
Anti-social behaviour9
Other crime4
Public order3
Criminal damage and arson2

school Local Schools

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Creech St Michael Church of England Primary School

Good279 pupils0.6 km
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West Monkton Church of England School

Good420 pupils1.0 km
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Ruishton Church of England School

Good201 pupils1.3 km
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Heathfield Community School

Requires Improvement1433 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Taunton Rugby Football Club0.8 km
  • Creech St Michael Village Hall0.6 km
  • Life Cafe0.6 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Central Stores0.5 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Bell Inn0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Taunton4.0 km
  • Bridgwater11.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Paddock Close0.4 km