Postcode Analysis Somerset West and Taunton, South West

BRENDON ROAD, TA23 0HT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BRENDON ROAD, TA23 0HT.

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Population

247

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Avg Age

61

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Avg Income

£ 35,900 /yr

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Employed

28%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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8/10
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3/10
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1/10
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1/10
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4/10
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4/10
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1/10
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6/10
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2/10
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Area Character

TA23 0HT is a settled retirement community — average age 61, 69% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. With prices and low crime, this is a premium retirement postcode.

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

TA23 0HT is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Brendon Road, 0.2km from St. Decuman's in Watchet. Administratively it sits within Watchet & Stogursey ward and the Bridgwater and West Somerset constituency.

For families considering a move, TA23 0HT represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. Average age 61 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 69% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for TA23 0HT are sourced from Output Area E00149508 (shared with 13 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 0HT. The average age is 61.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

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

Economic Activity

28%Active
FT: 14%
Unemployed: 2%
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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.

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

TA23 0HT has low crime rates — 12 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.

Violence and sexual offences3

school Local Schools

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Knights Templar Community Church School & Nursery

Requires Improvement197 pupils1.1 km
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Danesfield Church of England Voluntary Controlled Community Middle School

Requires Improvement363 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Radstock Co-operative Society0.9 km
  • Sam's Deli0.8 km
  • Warren Bay Shop0.9 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Snailholt Farm0.3 km
  • The Georgian House0.8 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • Esplanade Club0.9 km
  • London Inn0.9 km
  • The Bell Inn0.9 km
  • The Royal British Legion0.8 km
  • The Star Inn0.8 km
  • + 1 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

9 nearby
  • Chives Cafe0.8 km
  • East Quay Kitchen0.8 km
  • Hellikers Tea Rooms0.9 km
  • Phoenix Centre0.9 km
  • The Cats Whisker Kitchen0.7 km
  • + 4 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Co-operative0.9 km
  • Co-Operative Stores0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Andrews Fish and Chips0.9 km
  • Golden Bowl0.9 km
  • Pizza Time & Kebab House0.8 km
  • The Mariners Chippie0.9 km

train Transport Links

Bus Stops

  • Brendon Road Church0.1 km
  • Brendon Road Church0.1 km