Is TA2 6AN a safe place to live?

Yes, TA2 6AN is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 28 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in TA2 6AN?

The average property price in TA2 6AN is currently around £650k.

What is the population of TA2 6AN?

The population for the TA2 6AN area is approximately 277 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Somerset West and Taunton, South West

ELMBARTON COTTAGES, TA2 6AN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ELMBARTON COTTAGES, TA2 6AN.

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Population

277

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 50,600 /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: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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3/10

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6/10

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5/10

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8/10

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3/10

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6/10

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6/10

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7/10

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2/10

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Area Character

TA2 6AN is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £650k, 77% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £650k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

TA2 6AN is a safe, established residential area on Elmbarton Cottages, 0.5km from Staplegrove in Taunton. Administratively it sits within Rowbarton & Staplegrove ward and the Taunton Deane constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in TA2, TA2 6AN offers a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. During the day, manufacturing, energy and utilities. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 45) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 77% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £650k.

Census 2021 statistics for TA2 6AN are sourced from Output Area E00149162 (shared with 4 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 TA2 6AN. The average age is 45.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.5%

Asian / British Asian3.6%

Black / African / Caribbean0.4%

Other / Mixed1.5%

Economic Activity

50%Active

FT: 33%

Unemployed: 0%

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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 400,000

3 sales · Mean £ 416,650

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

TA2 6AN has low crime rates — 28 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences27

Public order7

Shoplifting6

Anti-social behaviour4

Possession of weapons4

school Local Schools

Staplegrove Church School

Good204 pupils0.3 km

Norton Fitzwarren Church School

Good293 pupils1.3 km

The Castle School

Outstanding1199 pupils1.6 km

Bishops Hull Primary School

Good226 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby

Greenway Motors Ltd0.9 km
Morrisons Daily0.4 km
Welcome Staplegrove0.0 km
BP Cross Keys SF Connect0.7 km

hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby

Yallands Farmhouse Bed and Breakfast0.4 km

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby

Taunton Vale Sports Club Ltd0.7 km

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby

Mega Sea Fish & Chips0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Taunton1.9 km
Bridgwater14.5 km

Bus Stops

Manor Road0.1 km
Westerkirk Gate0.1 km
Westerkirk Gate0.1 km
School0.2 km
Staplegrove Primary School0.2 km