Is TA5 1BD a safe place to live?

Yes, TA5 1BD is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 2 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of TA5 1BD?

The population for the TA5 1BD area is approximately 362 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Sedgemoor, South West

TA5 1BD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TA5 1BD.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

362

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 46,600 /yr

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Employed

55%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: TA5 1BD 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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10/10

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8/10

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9/10

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3/10

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8/10

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1/10

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9/10

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3/10

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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates TA5 1BD — age 50, 87% ownership, 12% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

TA5 1BD is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.8km from Aisholt, Lower in Sedgemoor. Administratively it sits within Cannington ward and the Bridgwater and West Somerset constituency.

For families considering a move, TA5 1BD represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 50 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 87% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 2 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for TA5 1BD are sourced from Output Area E00148346 (shared with 24 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 TA5 1BD. The average age is 50.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.2%

Asian / British Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.8%

Economic Activity

55%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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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

TA5 1BD has low crime rates — 2 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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train Transport Links

Train Stations

Bridgwater10.7 km
Taunton10.8 km
Highbridge & Burnham16.4 km

Bus Stops

Hawkridge Reservoir0.1 km
Hawkridge Reservoir0.1 km