Is TA5 1AW a safe place to live?

Yes, TA5 1AW is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 2 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of TA5 1AW?

The population for the TA5 1AW area is approximately 339 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Sedgemoor, South West

TA5 1AW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TA5 1AW.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-09 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

339

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 46,600 /yr

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Employed

52%

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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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9/10

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7/10

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1/10

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9/10

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4/10

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7/10

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1/10

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7/10

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4/10

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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates TA5 1AW — age 52, 77% ownership, 16% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

TA5 1AW is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.7km from Aisholt in Sedgemoor. Administratively it sits within Cannington ward and the Bridgwater and West Somerset constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 52, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 77% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 2 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for TA5 1AW are sourced from Output Area E00148343 (shared with 21 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 TA5 1AW. The average age is 51.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.8%

Asian / British Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.6%

Other / Mixed0.6%

Economic Activity

52%Active

FT: 35%

Unemployed: 0%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-09)

TA5 1AW has low crime rates — 2 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are drugs. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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train Transport Links

Train Stations

Taunton11.4 km
Bridgwater11.9 km
Highbridge & Burnham17.1 km