Postcode Analysis Sedgemoor, South West

ORCHARD CLOSE, TA7 8FQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ORCHARD CLOSE, TA7 8FQ.

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

577

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 43,000 /yr

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Employed

57%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: 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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6/10
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7/10
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2/10
workEmployment
9/10
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4/10
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6/10
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2/10
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6/10
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3/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates TA7 8FQ — age 40, 73% ownership, 11% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 4.4% year-on-year.

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

TA7 8FQ is a sought-after residential area on Orchard Close, 0.4km from Puriton in Puriton. Administratively it sits within Huntspill ward and the Bridgwater and West Somerset constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 73% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £251k, down 4.4% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for TA7 8FQ are sourced from Output Area E00148450 (shared with 18 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 TA7 8FQ. The average age is 40.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.8%
Asian / British Asian1.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

57%Active
FT: 40%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 227,000

19 sales · Mean £ 226,236

Terraced

£ 229,000

5 sales · Mean £ 236,400

Detached

£ 350,000

7 sales · Mean £ 345,285

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

TA7 8FQ has low crime rates — 25 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 offences14
Public order5
Burglary5
Anti-social behaviour3
Criminal damage and arson2

school Local Schools

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Puriton Primary School

Good200 pupils0.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Court Farm Butchers0.4 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • J'Dan Cafe0.6 km
  • Olive Catering Services Limited0.7 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Admiral's Table0.9 km
  • Puriton Inn0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bridgwater4.5 km
  • Highbridge & Burnham5.7 km
  • Taunton18.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Village Hall0.2 km
  • Village Hall0.2 km
  • Butchers Shop0.4 km
  • Butchers Shop0.4 km