Postcode Analysis Somerset West and Taunton, South West

TA4 1BL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TA4 1BL.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-01 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

423

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Avg Age

48

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Avg Income

£ 47,200 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: TA4 1BL is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. 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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9/10
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1/10
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6/10
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1/10
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8/10
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1/10
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9/10
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Area Character

TA4 1BL is a mixed residential postcode — average age 48, 90% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

TA4 1BL is a safe, established residential area located 1.1km from Tithill in Somerset West and Taunton. Administratively it sits within Upper Tone ward and the Taunton Deane constituency.

For families considering a move, TA4 1BL represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 48, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 90% 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 TA4 1BL are sourced from Output Area E00149074 (shared with 26 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 TA4 1BL. The average age is 47.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.5%
Asian / British Asian0.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.2%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

TA4 1BL 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 offences24
Anti-social behaviour9
Criminal damage and arson6
Public order3
Other theft2

school Local Schools

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Cotford St Luke Primary School

Good260 pupils0.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • The Southern Co-operative Limited0.6 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Chapel0.5 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • The Hub Cafe, St Lukes Centre0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Taunton5.9 km
  • Bridgwater17.1 km
  • Tiverton Parkway17.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Cotford St Luke Turn0.2 km
  • Cotford St Luke Turn0.2 km
  • Aveline Court0.3 km
  • Aveline Court0.4 km
  • Graham Way0.4 km