Postcode Analysis Somerset West and Taunton, South West

DOWELL CLOSE, TA2 6EZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DOWELL CLOSE, TA2 6EZ.

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Population

263

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 52,000 /yr

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Employed

41%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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7/10
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3/10
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6/10
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3/10
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7/10
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5/10
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9/10
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4/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. TA2 6EZ's 57% ownership and 46-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

home £258,000 median price shield Safety 7/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

TA2 6EZ is a safe, established residential area on Dowell Close, 0.5km from Rough Moor in Taunton. Administratively it sits within Rowbarton & Staplegrove ward and the Taunton Deane constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. During the day, traditional retail areas with professional services and self-employed, often in market towns and higher status areas. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 46) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 57% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £258k.

Census 2021 statistics for TA2 6EZ are sourced from Output Area E00149150 (shared with 7 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 6EZ. The average age is 46.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.3%
Asian / British Asian2.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

41%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 258,000

2 sales · Mean £ 258,000

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

TA2 6EZ has low crime rates — 24 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences21
Anti-social behaviour11
Public order7
Criminal damage and arson5
Shoplifting2

school Local Schools

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Staplegrove Church School

Good204 pupils0.5 km
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St Andrew's Church School

Good235 pupils1.2 km
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The Castle School

Outstanding1199 pupils1.2 km
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North Town Academy

Good495 pupils1.3 km
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Wellsprings Primary School

Good309 pupils1.3 km
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Priorswood Primary School

Good165 pupils1.5 km
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Bishops Hull Primary School

Good226 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Greenway Motors Ltd0.4 km
  • Morrisons Daily0.6 km
  • Welcome Staplegrove0.5 km
  • Your Local1.0 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Yallands Farmhouse Bed and Breakfast0.7 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

  • Taunton1.4 km
  • Bridgwater14.4 km

Bus Stops

  • The Firs0.1 km
  • The Firs0.1 km
  • Staplegrove Inn0.1 km
  • Staplegrove Inn0.1 km
  • Staplegrove Road0.1 km