Is TA2 6BJ a safe place to live?

Yes, TA2 6BJ is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 21 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in TA2 6BJ?

The average property price in TA2 6BJ is currently around £212k.

What is the population of TA2 6BJ?

The population for the TA2 6BJ area is approximately 316 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Somerset West and Taunton, South West

COOK WAY, TA2 6BJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for COOK WAY, TA2 6BJ.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

316

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 50,600 /yr

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Employed

55%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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6/10

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7/10

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5/10

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10/10

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5/10

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6/10

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9/10

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7/10

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9/10

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Area Character

TA2 6BJ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 41, 79% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

TA2 6BJ is a safe, established residential area on Cook Way, 0.3km from Rough Moor in Taunton. Administratively it sits within Rowbarton & Staplegrove ward and the Taunton Deane constituency.

For families considering a move, TA2 6BJ represents a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. During the day, manufacturing, energy and utilities. A balanced community with an average age of 41 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 79% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £212k.

Census 2021 statistics for TA2 6BJ are sourced from Output Area E00149158 (shared with 19 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 6BJ. The average age is 40.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.3%

Asian / British Asian1.0%

Black / African / Caribbean2.2%

Other / Mixed3.5%

Economic Activity

55%Active

FT: 41%

Unemployed: 0%

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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 212,500

1 sales · Mean £ 212,500

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

TA2 6BJ has low crime rates — 21 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences19

Shoplifting7

Anti-social behaviour6

Public order6

Criminal damage and arson4

school Local Schools

Staplegrove Church School

Good204 pupils0.3 km

The Castle School

Outstanding1199 pupils1.1 km

Bishops Hull Primary School

Good226 pupils1.3 km

St Andrew's Church School

Good235 pupils1.3 km

North Town Academy

Good495 pupils1.3 km

Norton Fitzwarren Church School

Good293 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby

Greenway Motors Ltd0.7 km
Morrisons Daily0.3 km
Welcome Staplegrove0.5 km

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby

Yallands Farmhouse Bed and Breakfast0.5 km

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby

Taunton Vale Sports Club Ltd0.8 km
The Brook0.8 km

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby

Mega Sea Fish & Chips0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Taunton1.5 km
Bridgwater14.7 km

Bus Stops

Matalan0.1 km
Matalan0.1 km
Irvine Close0.1 km
Irvine Close0.2 km
Staplegrove Primary School0.3 km