Postcode Analysis Somerset West and Taunton, South West

SHOWELL PARK, TA2 6BY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SHOWELL PARK, TA2 6BY.

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Population

277

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Avg Age

45

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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

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.

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

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.

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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

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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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.

Violence and sexual offences24
Public order7
Shoplifting6
Anti-social behaviour4
Possession of weapons4

school Local Schools

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Staplegrove Church School

Good204 pupils0.2 km
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Norton Fitzwarren Church School

Good293 pupils1.2 km
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Bishops Hull Primary School

Good226 pupils1.5 km
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The Castle School

Outstanding1199 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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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

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Yallands Farmhouse Bed and Breakfast0.3 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Taunton Vale Sports Club Ltd0.9 km
fastfood

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