Postcode Analysis Somerset West and Taunton, South West

TA4 1BU House Prices & Local Information

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

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

512

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Avg Age

33

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Avg Income

£ 49,600 /yr

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Employed

51%

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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5/10
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8/10
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1/10
workEmployment
7/10
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4/10
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6/10
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2/10
homeHome Ownership
4/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, TA4 1BU combines high owner-occupation (58%) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

TA4 1BU is a sought-after residential area located 0.8km from Tithill in Cotford St Luke. Administratively it sits within Lydeard ward and the Taunton Deane constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. An average age of 33 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 58% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 34 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for TA4 1BU are sourced from Output Area E00149048 (shared with 7 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 1BU. 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 / British98.6%
Asian / British Asian0.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.8%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.

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

TA4 1BU has low crime rates — 34 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 offences38
Anti-social behaviour16
Criminal damage and arson15
Other theft7
Public order6

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 Limited0.3 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Chapel0.3 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • The Hub Cafe, St Lukes Centre0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Taunton5.9 km
  • Bridgwater16.8 km
  • Tiverton Parkway18.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Aveline Court0.1 km
  • Aveline Court0.1 km
  • Baileys Gate0.3 km
  • Baileys Gate0.3 km
  • Graham Way0.3 km