TA2 7BE is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Orchard Green, 0.4km from Pyrland in Taunton. Administratively it sits within Rowbarton & Staplegrove ward and the Taunton Deane constituency.
For families considering a move, TA2 7BE represents a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. A well-settled, later-life community (average age 55) — very low tenant turnover, high ownership, and a quiet residential character. 81% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 52 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £276k, up 15.4% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for TA2 7BE are sourced from Output Area E00149317 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ORCHARD GREEN, TA2 7BE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ORCHARD GREEN, TA2 7BE.
398
55
£ 52,000 /yr
35%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: TA2 7BE represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 81% owner-occupation and an average age of 55, TA2 7BE is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character of this neighbourhood. Property prices are trending up 15.4% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TA2 7BE. The average age is 55.4. 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
Detached
£ 280,000
4 sales · Mean £ 279,500
Semi-Detached
£ 265,000
1 sales · Mean £ 265,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around TA2 7BE is moderate at 52 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
The Taunton Academy
Wellsprings Primary School
Selworthy Special School
Lyngford Park Primary School
Priorswood Primary School
The Sky Academy
Cheddon Fitzpaine Church School
St Andrew's Church School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Costcutter0.1 km
- Lydia's Cakes0.5 km
- M J Rawlings Newsagent0.7 km
- Pyrland Farm Shop0.6 km
- Reader's Milk Station0.6 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Waggon0.6 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-Operative Food0.8 km
- Co-Operative Food0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Kings Fish&Chips0.7 km
- Thousand Sunny Chinese Takeaway0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Taunton1.5 km
- Bridgwater12.8 km
Bus Stops
- Cheddon Road0.1 km
- Ladymead School0.1 km
- Ladymead School0.2 km
- Cheddon Road0.2 km
- St Albans Place0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: TA27BE · Data under Open Government Licence