Postcode Analysis Somerset West and Taunton, South West

WESTERKIRK GATE, TA2 6BQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WESTERKIRK GATE, TA2 6BQ.

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Population

301

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Avg Age

49

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Avg Income

£ 52,000 /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: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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8/10
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9/10
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5/10
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6/10
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6/10
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7/10
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9/10
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9/10
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8/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates TA2 6BQ — age 49, 85% ownership, 14% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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

TA2 6BQ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Westerkirk Gate, 0.4km from Staplegrove in Taunton. Administratively it sits within Rowbarton & Staplegrove ward and the Taunton Deane constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. With an average age of 49, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 85% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for TA2 6BQ are sourced from Output Area E00149157 (shared with 8 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 6BQ. The average age is 49.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.7%
Asian / British Asian1.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 27%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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

TA2 6BQ has low crime rates — 27 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 offences25
Public order6
Shoplifting6
Anti-social behaviour4
Possession of weapons4

school Local Schools

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Staplegrove Church School

Good204 pupils0.3 km
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Norton Fitzwarren Church School

Good293 pupils1.4 km
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Wellsprings Primary School

Good309 pupils1.5 km
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The Castle School

Outstanding1199 pupils1.6 km
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St Andrew's Church School

Good235 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Greenway Motors Ltd0.8 km
  • Morrisons Daily0.5 km
  • Welcome Staplegrove0.1 km
  • BP Cross Keys SF Connect0.8 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Yallands Farmhouse Bed and Breakfast0.5 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Taunton Vale Sports Club Ltd0.6 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Mega Sea Fish & Chips0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Taunton1.8 km
  • Bridgwater14.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Westerkirk Gate0.1 km
  • Westerkirk Gate0.1 km
  • Manor Road0.1 km
  • School0.3 km
  • Staplegrove Primary School0.3 km