Postcode Analysis Somerset West and Taunton, South West

EASTWICK ROAD, TA2 7HB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EASTWICK ROAD, TA2 7HB.

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Population

277

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 37,900 /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: TA2 7HB falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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3/10
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7/10
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6/10
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3/10
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9/10
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1/10
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10/10
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2/10
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1/10
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Area Character

Social renting makes up 56% of tenure in TA2 7HB — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. The 41-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.

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

TA2 7HB is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Eastwick Road, 0.4km from Pyrland in Taunton. Administratively it sits within Taunton North ward and the Taunton Deane constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, TA2 7HB is 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. Outside of residential hours, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. At 41 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 56% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 61 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.

Census 2021 statistics for TA2 7HB are sourced from Output Area E00149262 (shared with 6 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 7HB. The average age is 41.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.1%
Asian / British Asian1.4%
Black / African / Caribbean2.9%
Other / Mixed2.5%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 27%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

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

Crime around TA2 7HB is moderate at 61 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 offences177
Public order37
Shoplifting37
Anti-social behaviour29
Other theft20

school Local Schools

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The Sky Academy

Inadequate75 pupils0.3 km
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Selworthy Special School

Good183 pupils0.4 km
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Priorswood Primary School

Good165 pupils0.4 km
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Lyngford Park Primary School

Good289 pupils0.6 km
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Wellsprings Primary School

Good309 pupils0.6 km
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The Taunton Academy

Requires Improvement811 pupils0.7 km
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St Andrew's Church School

Good235 pupils1.0 km
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Nerrols Primary School and Nursery

175 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Western Power Distribution1.0 km
  • Starbucks1.0 km
  • The Obridge0.6 km
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Retailers - Other

9 nearby
  • Wilfs Old Workshop0.7 km
  • Your Local0.9 km
  • Costcutter0.6 km
  • Lydia's Cakes0.3 km
  • M J Rawlings Newsagent0.1 km
  • + 4 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Tesco Stores Ltd0.8 km
  • Co-Operative Food0.4 km
  • Co-Operative Food0.1 km
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Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Ocean Fish Bar0.6 km
  • Blue Ocean0.8 km
  • Kings Fish&Chips0.1 km
  • Thousand Sunny Chinese Takeaway0.4 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Waggon0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Taunton1.0 km
  • Bridgwater13.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Victory Road0.0 km
  • Victory Road0.0 km
  • Lyngford Square0.1 km
  • Priorswood Shops0.1 km
  • Cooperative Stores0.1 km