TA7 8JY is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on The Copse, 0.3km from Cossington in Cossington (Sedgemoor). Administratively it sits within Huntspill ward and the Bridgwater and West Somerset constituency.
For families considering a move, TA7 8JY represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 53 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 84% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 43 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £248k, up 48.8% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for TA7 8JY are sourced from Output Area E00148484 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
THE COPSE, TA7 8JY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE COPSE, TA7 8JY.
250
53
£ 47,700 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
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.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates TA7 8JY — age 53, 84% ownership, 10% 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 up 48.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TA7 8JY. The average age is 52.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 248,750
2 sales · Mean £ 248,750
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
TA7 8JY has low crime rates — 43 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Woolavington Village Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Bawdrip Service Station1.0 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Red Tile Inn0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bridgwater6.1 km
- Highbridge & Burnham7.3 km
- Glastonbury Bus14.5 km
Bus Stops
- Demand Responsive Area0.1 km
- Park Close0.2 km
- Park Close0.2 km
- The Laurels0.4 km
- The Laurels0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: TA78JY · Data under Open Government Licence