Postcode Analysis Somerset West and Taunton, South West

TA2 8ND House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TA2 8ND.

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Population

458

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 50,800 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: TA2 8ND is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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8/10
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3/10
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6/10
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1/10
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8/10
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4/10
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8/10
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5/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates TA2 8ND — age 43, 83% ownership, 8% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Young average age (43) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential.

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

TA2 8ND is a mixed residential area located 0.3km from Monkton Heathfield in Somerset West and Taunton. Administratively it sits within Monkton & North Curry ward and the Taunton Deane constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in TA2, TA2 8ND offers a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. An average age of 43 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 83% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 62 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £358k.

Census 2021 statistics for TA2 8ND are sourced from Output Area E00149376 (shared with 9 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 8ND. The average age is 42.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.1%
Asian / British Asian0.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.7%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 358,750

2 sales · Mean £ 358,750

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

Crime around TA2 8ND is moderate at 62 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Shoplifting81
Violence and sexual offences46
Public order17
Criminal damage and arson7
Anti-social behaviour6

school Local Schools

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Heathfield Community School

Requires Improvement1433 pupils0.2 km
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West Monkton Church of England School

Good420 pupils0.6 km
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Nerrols Primary School and Nursery

175 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • New Mill0.9 km
  • The Merry Monk0.1 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Tacchi-Morris Arts Centre0.3 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-Operative Stores0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Taunton2.9 km
  • Bridgwater11.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Staddlestones0.0 km
  • Staddlestones0.1 km
  • Merry Monk0.1 km
  • Heathfield School0.2 km
  • Thornash Close0.2 km