Postcode Analysis Somerset West and Taunton, South West

PORTLAND TERRACE, TA23 0DD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PORTLAND TERRACE, TA23 0DD.

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Population

234

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 35,900 /yr

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Employed

43%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: TA23 0DD represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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4/10
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2/10
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1/10
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4/10
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4/10
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4/10
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6/10
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5/10
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4/10
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Area Character

TA23 0DD is an established family neighbourhood — 60% owner-occupation and an average age of 47 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

TA23 0DD is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Portland Terrace, 0.3km from Watchet in Watchet. Administratively it sits within Watchet & Stogursey ward and the Bridgwater and West Somerset constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a traditional countryside zone — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. Residents average 47 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 60% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 50 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £196k, down 1.3% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for TA23 0DD are sourced from Output Area E00149500 (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 TA23 0DD. The average age is 46.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.6%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 25%
Unemployed: 1%
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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

£ 190,000

4 sales · Mean £ 185,875

Flat

£ 75,000

1 sales · Mean £ 75,000

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

Crime around TA23 0DD is moderate at 50 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 offences70
Anti-social behaviour25
Public order18
Criminal damage and arson16
Shoplifting13

school Local Schools

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Knights Templar Community Church School & Nursery

Requires Improvement197 pupils0.5 km
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Danesfield Church of England Voluntary Controlled Community Middle School

Requires Improvement363 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Radstock Co-operative Society0.3 km
  • Sam's Deli0.3 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • The Georgian House0.3 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • Esplanade Club0.2 km
  • London Inn0.4 km
  • The Bell Inn0.4 km
  • The Royal British Legion0.4 km
  • The Star Inn0.4 km
  • + 2 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

10 nearby
  • Chives Cafe0.3 km
  • East Quay Kitchen0.2 km
  • Hellikers Tea Rooms0.4 km
  • Little Vikings Childrens Centre0.5 km
  • Phoenix Centre0.2 km
  • + 5 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Co-operative0.2 km
  • Co-Operative Stores0.3 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Andrews Fish and Chips0.3 km
  • Golden Bowl0.2 km
  • Pizza Time & Kebab House0.2 km
  • The Mariners Chippie0.4 km

train Transport Links

Bus Stops

  • Masonic Hall0.1 km
  • Masonic Hall0.1 km
  • Watchet (West Somerset Railway)0.2 km
  • Watchet (West Somerset Railway)0.2 km
  • Watchet Railway Station0.2 km