Is TA12 6BQ a safe place to live?

Yes, TA12 6BQ is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 6 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of TA12 6BQ?

The population for the TA12 6BQ area is approximately 320 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis South Somerset, South West

NEWTOWN, TA12 6BQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NEWTOWN, TA12 6BQ.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-12 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

320

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 46,500 /yr

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Employed

50%

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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8/10

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4/10

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5/10

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1/10

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5/10

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3/10

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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 64% owner-occupation and average age 46, TA12 6BQ has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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

TA12 6BQ is a safe, established residential area on Newtown, 0.9km from Kingsbury Episcopi in Kingsbury Episcopi. Administratively it sits within Curry Rivel & Langport ward and the Somerton and Frome constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 64% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 6 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for TA12 6BQ are sourced from Output Area E00148553 (shared with 11 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 TA12 6BQ. The average age is 45.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.1%

Asian / British Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.3%

Other / Mixed1.6%

Economic Activity

50%Active

FT: 32%

Unemployed: 1%

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Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.

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

TA12 6BQ has low crime rates — 6 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby

Kingsbury Community Shop0.5 km
Liz Popham Weight Loss Consultant0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Yeovil13.5 km
Crewkerne13.7 km
Yeovil Pen Mill15.1 km