TA2 6BY is a safe, established residential area on Showell Park, 0.6km from Staplegrove in Taunton. Administratively it sits within Rowbarton & Staplegrove ward and the Taunton Deane constituency.
For families considering a move, TA2 6BY represents a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. Outside of residential hours, manufacturing, energy and utilities. The 45 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 77% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £233k, down 16.4% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for TA2 6BY are sourced from Output Area E00149162 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SHOWELL PARK, TA2 6BY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SHOWELL PARK, TA2 6BY.
277
45
£ 50,600 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. TA2 6BY spans multiple life stages — average age 45, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 16.4% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TA2 6BY. 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
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 185,000
21 sales · Mean £ 189,004
Semi-Detached
£ 221,000
10 sales · Mean £ 201,200
Detached
£ 235,000
3 sales · Mean £ 312,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
TA2 6BY has low crime rates — 26 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.
school Local Schools
Staplegrove Church School
Norton Fitzwarren Church School
Bishops Hull Primary School
The Castle School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Greenway Motors Ltd1.0 km
- Morrisons Daily0.4 km
- Welcome Staplegrove0.1 km
- BP Cross Keys SF Connect0.6 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Yallands Farmhouse Bed and Breakfast0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Taunton Vale Sports Club Ltd0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Mega Sea Fish & Chips0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Taunton2.0 km
- Bridgwater14.7 km
Bus Stops
- Manor Road0.1 km
- Westerkirk Gate0.2 km
- School0.2 km
- Staplegrove Primary School0.3 km
- Westerkirk Gate0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: TA26BY · Data under Open Government Licence