Postcode Analysis Somerset West and Taunton, South West

WEST VILLAS, TA4 1DF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WEST VILLAS, TA4 1DF.

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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
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7/10
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4/10
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6/10
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2/10
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4/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, TA4 1DF combines high owner-occupation (58%), strong property values (£309k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address. Property prices are trending down 20.3% year-on-year.

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

TA4 1DF is a sought-after residential area on West Villas, 0.7km from Tithill in Cotford St Luke. Administratively it sits within Lydeard ward and the Taunton Deane constituency.

For families considering a move, TA4 1DF represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With residents averaging 33 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused. 58% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 40 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £309k, down 20.3% year-on-year. 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 1DF 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 1DF. 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.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 279,975

4 sales · Mean £ 290,487

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

TA4 1DF has low crime rates — 40 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 offences42
Anti-social behaviour16
Criminal damage and arson15
Public order7
Other theft7

school Local Schools

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Cotford St Luke Primary School

Good260 pupils0.5 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 Chapel0.4 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • The Hub Cafe, St Lukes Centre0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Taunton5.9 km
  • Bridgwater16.7 km
  • Tiverton Parkway18.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Baileys Gate0.2 km
  • Baileys Gate0.2 km
  • Aveline Court0.2 km
  • Aveline Court0.2 km
  • North Villas0.2 km