Postcode Analysis Somerset West and Taunton, South West

TA24 8LA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TA24 8LA.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-01 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

193

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Avg Age

61

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Avg Income

£ 39,300 /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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4/10
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1/10
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1/10
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2/10
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5/10
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4/10
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2/10
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4/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. TA24 8LA spans multiple life stages — average age 61, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

TA24 8LA is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.1km from Porlock in Porlock. Administratively it sits within Dulverton & Exmoor ward and the Bridgwater and West Somerset constituency.

The people who live in TA24 8LA are typical of a neighbourhood with pockets of retirees, often in communal or managed housing. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 61 average age marks this as a deeply established neighbourhood — expect quiet streets, long-term homeowners, and strong community continuity.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £660k.

Census 2021 statistics for TA24 8LA are sourced from Output Area E00149482 (shared with 17 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 TA24 8LA. The average age is 60.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.4%
Asian / British Asian1.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.5%

Economic Activity

28%Active
FT: 16%
Unemployed: 2%
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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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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 660,000

1 sales · Mean £ 660,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

TA24 8LA has low crime rates — 22 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences14
Burglary5
Anti-social behaviour2
Other theft2
Criminal damage and arson1

school Local Schools

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St Dubricius Church of England VA School

Good87 pupils0.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • Bake Me Crazy0.5 km
  • The Royal Oak0.1 km
  • Porlock Bowling Club0.5 km
  • The Castle0.2 km
  • The Ship Inn0.3 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

8 nearby
  • Rose Bank Guest House0.2 km
  • The Cottage Bed and Breakfast0.2 km
  • The Gables0.1 km
  • Myrtle Cottage0.2 km
  • New Place0.5 km
  • + 3 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Overstream Hotel0.1 km
  • Elton sailing Club (Gallery)0.3 km
  • Bramdowns0.1 km
  • Piggy In The Middle0.1 km
  • Whortleberry Tearoom0.1 km
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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • SPAR - Wessex Retail0.2 km
  • The Big Cheese0.1 km
  • One Stop Stores Ltd0.1 km
  • Clive Downs Butcher0.1 km

train Transport Links

Bus Stops

  • Parson Street Junction Church0.1 km
  • Parson Street Junction Church0.1 km
  • Doverhay Car Park0.1 km
  • Doverhay Car Park0.1 km
  • Porlock Library0.3 km