The Avenue is in Taunton and in Somerset district. TA1 1TL is located in the Bishop's Hull & Taunton West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Taunton Deane. This postcode has been in use since 2000-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Avenue, Taunton, TA1 1TL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TA1 1DQ, TA1 1ED, TA1 1NR, TA1 1DE, TA1 1EA, TA1 1DG, TA1 1EE, TA1 1BU, TA1 1DJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TA1 1TL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.6% | 51.1% | -1.5% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 47.4% | 48.9% | 1.5% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around TA1 1TL, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.5% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 43.2% | 43.5% | 0.3% | 37.9% | 5.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.3% | 27.8% | -10.5% | 44.2% | -16.4% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 3.8% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Divorced | 9.5% | 15.2% | 5.7% | 9.1% | 6.1% |
| Widowed | 7.4% | 9.7% | 2.3% | 6.1% | 3.6% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 56.1% | 50% | -6.1% | 48.4% | 1.6% |
| Good health | 26.6% | 33.8% | 7.2% | 33.6% | 0.2% |
| Fair health | 12.8% | 10.8% | -2.0% | 12.7% | -1.9% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 4% | 1.2% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 1.4% | -0.3% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
In the area around TA1 1TL this area, 9.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 43.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16% | 9.8% | -6.2% | 18.2% | -8.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.2% | 12.8% | -2.4% | 9.6% | 3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.8% | 10.7% | -4.1% | 13.4% | -2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.6% | 3.4% | 1.8% | 5.3% | -1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.6% | 18.4% | 4.8% | 16.9% | 1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.3% | 43.6% | 10.3% | 33.8% | 9.8% |
| Other | 5.3% | 1.3% | -4.0% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.5% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.4% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 97.2% | 93.5% | -3.7% | 81.4% | 12.1% |
In this area, 82.2% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92% | 82.2% | -9.8% | 83.2% | -1.0% |
| European Union | 3.1% | 10.9% | 7.8% | 6.1% | 4.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 3.6% | 3.3% | 2.7% | 0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 1.5% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.7% | 1.1% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92% | 82.2% | -9.8% | 83.2% | -1.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 10.9% | 10.9% | 9.8% | 1.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 4% | 3.0% | 2.9% | 1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 0.4% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.2% | 2.5% | -2.7% | 1.9% | 0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.5% | 76.7% | -3.2% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 3.9% | 1.3% | 2.6% |
| Romania | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 2.5% | 1.5% | 1.0% |
| Other Europe | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 13.3% | 13.5% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.8% | 37.2% | 5.6% |
| Christian | 47.8% | 46.2% | 1.6% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Not answered | 8% | 6.0% | 2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Avenue was 192.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 7.1% lower than the Bishop's Hull & Taunton West average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Avenue has the 20th highest crime rate of 127 local areas in Bishop's Hull & Taunton West and the 174th highest crime rate of 1,848 local areas in Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 108.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 3.9%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 31 Avongrove Court The Avenue, Taunton, Somerset Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £48,000 | 2025-02-27 | £48,152 |
| Flat 23 Avongrove Court The Avenue, Taunton, Somerset Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2024-05-07 | £148,118 |
| Flat 1 Avongrove Court The Avenue, Taunton, Somerset Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £89,000 | 2023-08-18 | £87,435 |
| Flat 15 Avongrove Court The Avenue, Taunton, Somerset Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2023-06-29 | £99,165 |
| Flat 30 Avongrove Court The Avenue, Taunton, Somerset Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2023-06-09 | £99,165 |
TA1 1TL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 86 |
| Retired | 66 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Other | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 32 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Education | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Town Academy Staplegrove Road , TA1 1DF | 3out of 4 | 241 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's Church School Grove Terrace , TA2 6HA | 3out of 4 | 560 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Priorswood Primary School Wedlands , TA2 7AD | 1out of 4 | 1,082 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkfield Primary School Parkfield Road , TA1 4RT | 2out of 4 | 1,228 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St James Church School Cranmer Road , TA1 1XU | 3out of 4 | 1,235 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Castle School Wellington Road , TA1 5AU | 4out of 4 | 837 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Fox's School Bishop Fox Drive , TA1 3HQ | 3out of 4 | 2,173 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Taunton Academy Cheddon Road , TA2 7QP | 2out of 4 | 2,193 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Heathfield Community School School Road , Monkton Heathfield TA2 8PD | 4out of 4 | 3,921 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richard Huish College South Road , TA1 3DZ | - not rated | 2,003 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taunton School Staplegrove Road , TA2 6AD | - not rated | 839 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Taunton Preparatory School Staplegrove Road , TA2 6AE | - not rated | 839 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Silver Bridge School 54 Silver Street , Taunton TA1 3DL | - not rated | 1,415 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King's College Taunton South Road , TA1 3LA | - not rated | 1,538 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Sky Academy Pickeridge Close , TA2 7HW | - not rated | 1,635 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maliha & Taj Indian & Bengali Restaurant | 3 Staplegrove Road | 117 yd | |
| Mattancherry | 10 Station Road | 191 yd | |
| Biddys Burger Bar | 14 Station Road | 191 yd | |
| Skewer House | 41 Bridge Street | 230 yd | |
| Bare Grills | 45 Bridge Street | 230 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Arms (also t/a 88th Street, Value Mighty, Sin City Burger) | 22 Staplegrove Road | 53 yd | |
| The Black Horse | 36 Bridge Street | 251 yd | |
| Crown & Sceptre | 76 Station Road | 307 yd | |
| The Coal Orchard | 30 Bridge Street | 327 yd | |
| The Plough Inn | 75 Station Road | 351 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Hut | 40 Station Road | 183 yd | |
| Crystal Kebabs | 44a Station Road | 242 yd | |
| Zaza's Chicken House | 48 Station Road | 242 yd | |
| Boba Corner | 52 Bridge Street | 251 yd | |
| Tuck O Land | 29b Bridge Street | 301 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welcome Co-op Taunton | Unit 1, Belvedere Retail Park, Station Road | 141 yd | |
| Wm Morrisons Supermarkets Ltd | Dellers Wharf, Priory Bridge Road | 438 yd | |
| TESCO STORES LTD | Tesco, Castle Street | 685 yd | |
| Lidl | Lidl Uk, Castle Street | 714 yd | |
| Iceland | 59 High Street | 845 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Taunton Pool STATION ROAD | swimming pool | 101 yd |
| Elms Tennis Club ELMS LAWN TENNIS CLUB ELMS LAWN TENNIS CLUB ELM GROVE | tennis courts | 265 yd |
| Curves For Women (Taunton) (Closed) YARDE PLACE | health and fitness suite | 322 yd |
| Activate Fitness 30A 30A BRIDGE STREET | health and fitness suite | 324 yd |
| St James St (Closed) St. James Street | swimming pool | 524 yd |
| Academy Personal Fitness Centre (Closed) St. James Street | health and fitness suite | 593 yd |
| Somerset County Cricket Club ST. JAMES STREET | grass pitches | 642 yd |
| The Castle School WELLINGTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 884 yd |
| Anytime Fitness (Taunton) 13-14 13-14 ORCHARD | health and fitness suite | 885 yd |
| Taunton School Sports Club STAPLEGROVE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 941 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 57.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 159.82 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 159.82 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 28.03 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.