Is TA3 5DL a safe place to live?

Yes, TA3 5DL is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 20 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in TA3 5DL?

The average property price in TA3 5DL is currently around £245k.

What is the population of TA3 5DL?

The population for the TA3 5DL area is approximately 402 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Somerset West and Taunton, South West

GRAVELANDS LANE, TA3 5DL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GRAVELANDS LANE, TA3 5DL.

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

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Population

402

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 49,700 /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: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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9/10

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6/10

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1/10

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3/10

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3/10

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5/10

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1/10

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7/10

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3/10

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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 72% owner-occupation and average age 47, TA3 5DL has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending up 112.2% year-on-year.

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

TA3 5DL is a safe, established residential area on Gravelands Lane, 0.6km from Henlade in Ruishton. Administratively it sits within Blackdown & Neroche ward and the Taunton Deane constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 72% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £245k, up 112.2% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for TA3 5DL are sourced from Output Area E00149146 (shared with 16 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 TA3 5DL. The average age is 46.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.8%

Asian / British Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.2%

Other / Mixed1.0%

Economic Activity

43%Active

FT: 27%

Unemployed: 2%

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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 201,500

4 sales · Mean £ 242,125

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

TA3 5DL has low crime rates — 20 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.

Violence and sexual offences6

Public order4

Criminal damage and arson4

Anti-social behaviour3

Burglary1

school Local Schools

Ruishton Church of England School

Good201 pupils0.9 km

Creech St Michael Church of England Primary School

Good279 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

Ivy House Social Club0.5 km

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby

Henlade Post Office Stores0.1 km

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby

New Barn Cottage B&B0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Taunton4.7 km
Bridgwater13.3 km

Bus Stops

Falcon Hotel0.2 km
Henlade Cross0.4 km
Thornfalcon School0.5 km