TA13 5BN is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on St James Street, 0.1km from South Petherton in South Petherton. Administratively it sits within South Petherton & Islemoor ward and the Yeovil constituency.
For families considering a move, TA13 5BN represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. By day, the area transitions to a town fringe countryside character: mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. At 53 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 69% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £354k, up 70.3% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for TA13 5BN are sourced from Output Area E00148828 (shared with 31 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ST JAMES STREET, TA13 5BN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ST JAMES STREET, TA13 5BN.
270
53
£ 46,500 /yr
37%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates TA13 5BN — age 53, 69% ownership, 15% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 70.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TA13 5BN. The average age is 52.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 380,000
13 sales · Mean £ 391,692
Flat
£ 105,000
1 sales · Mean £ 105,000
Detached
£ 351,250
2 sales · Mean £ 351,250
Semi-Detached
£ 295,000
2 sales · Mean £ 295,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
TA13 5BN has low crime rates — 28 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.
school Local Schools
South Petherton Church of England Infants and Pre School
South Petherton Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Bakery Roy-Al0.1 km
- N&D News Ltd0.2 km
- The Bloom Wine Company0.2 km
- The Fruit & Veg Shop0.1 km
- Tims Wines0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- South Petherton Bowling Club0.4 km
- South Petherton Sports & Social Club0.1 km
- The Brewer's Arms0.1 km
- The Pavilion Sports Club0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Cafe Licious0.1 km
- Farm and Field Cafe0.7 km
- Natter Jacks0.1 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-op0.2 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Phoenix Fish Bar0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Crewkerne8.8 km
- Yeovil12.2 km
- Yeovil Pen Mill13.8 km
Bus Stops
- St. James Street Church0.0 km
- St. James Street Church0.0 km
- Prigg Lane0.2 km
- Summer Shard0.2 km
- Summer Shard0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: TA135BN · Data under Open Government Licence