Is TA5 1SS a safe place to live?

Yes, TA5 1SS 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 1SS?

The population for the TA5 1SS area is approximately 352 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Somerset West and Taunton, South West

TA5 1SS House Prices & Local Information

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

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

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Population

352

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 43,800 /yr

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Employed

38%

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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9/10

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7/10

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1/10

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4/10

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2/10

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7/10

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1/10

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9/10

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9/10

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Area Character

Average age 55, 88% owned. TA5 1SS is quintessential settled, mature residential territory — long-term residents, quiet streets, minimal rental churn. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character of this neighbourhood.

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

TA5 1SS is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.4km from Putsham Hill in Kilve. Administratively it sits within Watchet & Stogursey ward and the Bridgwater and West Somerset constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. An established, mature community with an average age of 55 — quiet, long-term residents, low turnover. 88% 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 1SS are sourced from Output Area E00149488 (shared with 16 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 1SS. The average age is 55.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.4%

Asian / British Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.6%

Economic Activity

38%Active

FT: 25%

Unemployed: 1%

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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

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

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

Vehicle crime1

Violence and sexual offences1

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Bridgwater15.9 km
Highbridge & Burnham16.8 km
Taunton18.4 km

Bus Stops

Kilton Road0.3 km
Kilton Cross0.3 km