TA2 7RE is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Southfield Close, 0.4km from Pyrland in Taunton. Administratively it sits within Taunton North ward and the Taunton Deane constituency.
For families considering a move, TA2 7RE represents 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, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 50) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 33 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £230k.
Census 2021 statistics for TA2 7RE are sourced from Output Area E00149312 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SOUTHFIELD CLOSE, TA2 7RE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SOUTHFIELD CLOSE, TA2 7RE.
237
50
£ 37,900 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: TA2 7RE falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
TA2 7RE is an established family neighbourhood — 70% owner-occupation and an average age of 50 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TA2 7RE. The average age is 49.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 215,500
2 sales · Mean £ 215,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
TA2 7RE has low crime rates — 33 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
Lyngford Park Primary School
Selworthy Special School
The Taunton Academy
Cheddon Fitzpaine Church School
The Sky Academy
Wellsprings Primary School
Nerrols Primary School and Nursery
Priorswood Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Costcutter0.6 km
- Lydia's Cakes0.8 km
- M J Rawlings Newsagent0.5 km
- Pyrland Farm Shop0.2 km
- Reader's Milk Station0.2 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Waggon0.5 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-Operative Food1.0 km
- Co-Operative Food0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Kings Fish&Chips0.5 km
- Thousand Sunny Chinese Takeaway1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Taunton1.7 km
- Bridgwater12.4 km
Bus Stops
- Ludlow Avenue0.2 km
- Lyngford Lane0.2 km
- Ludlow Avenue0.2 km
- Lyngford Lane0.2 km
- Glen Drive0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: TA27RE · Data under Open Government Licence