Is TA2 8QU a safe place to live?

Yes, TA2 8QU is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 16 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in TA2 8QU?

The average property price in TA2 8QU is currently around £348k.

What is the population of TA2 8QU?

The population for the TA2 8QU area is approximately 187 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Somerset West and Taunton, South West

NOAHS HILL, TA2 8QU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NOAHS HILL, TA2 8QU.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-12 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

187

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 50,800 /yr

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Employed

56%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: TA2 8QU 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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7/10

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8/10

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1/10

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9/10

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2/10

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8/10

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1/10

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7/10

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3/10

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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates TA2 8QU — age 48, 80% ownership, 19% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £348k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending down 58.3% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

TA2 8QU is a safe, established residential area on Noahs Hill, 0.1km from West Monkton in Somerset West and Taunton. Administratively it sits within Monkton & North Curry ward and the Taunton Deane constituency.

For serious buyers, TA2 8QU is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. With an average age of 48, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 80% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £348k, down 58.3% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for TA2 8QU are sourced from Output Area E00186621 (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 8QU. The average age is 47.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British100.0%

Asian / British Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

56%Active

FT: 38%

Unemployed: 1%

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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 223,750

2 sales · Mean £ 223,750

Semi-Detached

£ 387,000

4 sales · Mean £ 374,500

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-12)

TA2 8QU has low crime rates — 16 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences3

Vehicle crime3

Burglary2

Criminal damage and arson1

school Local Schools

West Monkton Church of England School

Good420 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby

Silvers Pantry0.8 km
Il Basilico0.3 km
Monkton Elm Garden Centre Ltd0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Taunton4.3 km
Bridgwater9.9 km
Highbridge & Burnham19.6 km

Bus Stops

Post Office0.2 km
Titley Cottages0.4 km
Titley Cottages0.4 km