Postcode Analysis Somerset West and Taunton, South West

TA4 1BY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TA4 1BY.

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Population

393

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 50,600 /yr

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Employed

60%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: TA4 1BY is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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10/10
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4/10
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2/10
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10/10
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4/10
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8/10
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1/10
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6/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. TA4 1BY's low deprivation rank, 72% ownership, and £221k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £221k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

TA4 1BY is a sought-after residential area located 1.0km from Pontispool in Norton Fitzwarren. Administratively it sits within Lydeard ward and the Taunton Deane constituency.

For serious buyers, TA4 1BY is a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. During the day, public administration and security with mainly white workforces. A balanced community with an average age of 38 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 72% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. Employment levels are high (47% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 3 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £221k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for TA4 1BY are sourced from Output Area E00166735 (shared with 12 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 TA4 1BY. The average age is 38.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.9%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean1.3%
Other / Mixed2.8%

Economic Activity

60%Active
FT: 47%
Unemployed: 0%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 221,250

2 sales · Mean £ 221,250

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

TA4 1BY has low crime rates — 3 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are criminal damage and arson and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Criminal damage and arson1
Vehicle crime1

school Local Schools

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Cotford St Luke Primary School

Good260 pupils1.0 km

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Chapel1.0 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • The Hub Cafe, St Lukes Centre1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Taunton5.3 km
  • Bridgwater16.8 km
  • Tiverton Parkway18.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Montys Court0.3 km
  • Montys Court0.4 km
  • Cotford St Luke Turn0.4 km
  • Cotford St Luke Turn0.4 km