Lambrook Road is in Taunton and in Somerset district. TA1 2AD is located in the Taunton East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Taunton Deane. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lambrook Road, Taunton, TA1 2AD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TA1 2AB, TA1 2ED, TA1 2UD, TA1 2AJ, TA1 2AW, TA1 2EF, TA1 2BA, TA1 2AZ, TA1 2AX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding TA1 2AD has a slightly higher male population, with 52.1% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 44.4% | 47.9% | 3.5% | 51.0% | -3.1% |
| Male | 55.6% | 52.1% | -3.5% | 49.0% | 3.1% |
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 2AD, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48.6% 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 | 39.7% | 48.6% | 8.9% | 37.9% | 10.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.9% | 23.1% | -12.8% | 44.2% | -21.1% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 4.6% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 2.4% |
| Divorced | 15.2% | 15.6% | 0.4% | 9.1% | 6.5% |
| Widowed | 5.4% | 8.1% | 2.7% | 6.1% | 2.0% |
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 | 36.1% | 34.7% | -1.4% | 48.4% | -13.7% |
| Good health | 40.3% | 40.4% | 0.1% | 33.6% | 6.8% |
| Fair health | 13.9% | 17.4% | 3.5% | 12.7% | 4.7% |
| Bad health | 8.3% | 5.6% | -2.7% | 4.0% | 1.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1.9% | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.6% | 23.3% | -3.3% | 18.2% | 5.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13% | 10.5% | -2.5% | 9.6% | 0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.6% | 19.8% | 0.2% | 13.4% | 6.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 5.8% | 2.0% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.3% | 14.5% | 4.2% | 16.9% | -2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 19% | 24.4% | 5.4% | 33.8% | -9.4% |
| Other | 7.6% | 1.7% | -5.9% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 4.7% | 4.7% | 1.1% | 3.6% |
| Chinese | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.9% | 3.8% | 1.9% | 3.1% | 0.7% |
| Other Asian | 2.8% | 0.5% | -2.3% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.5% | -1.6% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 92.6% | 86.9% | -5.7% | 81.4% | 5.5% |
| Other | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 0.7% |
In this area, 75.7% 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 | 86.1% | 75.7% | -10.4% | 83.2% | -7.5% |
| European Union | 6.5% | 12.6% | 6.1% | 6.1% | 6.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Africa | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6.5% | 5.6% | -0.9% | 5.6% | 0.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.9% | 1.0% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 84.7% | 75.7% | -9.0% | 83.2% | -7.5% |
| 10+ Years | 2.3% | 14% | 11.7% | 9.8% | 4.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.8% | 7% | 4.2% | 2.9% | 4.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 6.5% | 1.9% | -4.6% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.7% | 1.4% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 55.9% | 76.7% | -20.8% |
| Lithuania | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Poland | 6.6% | 1.3% | 5.3% |
| Other EU countries | 2.4% | 1.5% | 0.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 2.4% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
| Central and South America | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
| No passport held | 29.4% | 13.5% | 15.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.5% | 37.2% | 1.3% |
| Christian | 46% | 46.2% | -0.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 2.3% | 1.7% | 0.6% |
| Muslim | 5.6% | 6.5% | -0.9% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lambrook Road was 152.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 17.2% lower than the Taunton East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Lambrook Road has the 11th highest crime rate of 28 local areas in Taunton East and the 258th highest crime rate of 1,848 local areas in Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 83.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -50.4%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 75% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 120 Lambrook Road, Taunton, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £168,000 | 2021-01-29 | £199,031 |
| 119 Lambrook Road, Taunton, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2019-09-20 | £208,737 |
| 115 Lambrook Road, Taunton, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £148,000 | 2019-03-15 | £192,553 |
| 116 Lambrook Road, Taunton, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £162,000 | 2018-06-08 | £211,588 |
| 122 Lambrook Road, Taunton, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2015-12-22 | £223,117 |
| Full-Time Employee | 66 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Retired | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Other | 13 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 16 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St James Church School Cranmer Road , TA1 1XU | 3out of 4 | 438 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School South Street , TA1 3AF | 1out of 4 | 871 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Minerva Primary School Outer Circle , TA1 2BU | 1out of 4 | 887 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Priorswood Primary School Wedlands , TA2 7AD | 1out of 4 | 1,185 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's Catholic School The Mount , TA1 3NR | 3out of 4 | 1,217 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bishop Fox's School Bishop Fox Drive , TA1 3HQ | 3out of 4 | 1,756 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Castle School Wellington Road , TA1 5AU | 4out of 4 | 2,208 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Taunton Academy Cheddon Road , TA2 7QP | 2out of 4 | 2,393 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Heathfield Community School School Road , Monkton Heathfield TA2 8PD | 4out of 4 | 2,726 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 | 1,493 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Silver Bridge School 54 Silver Street , Taunton TA1 3DL | - not rated | 1,076 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Taunton Deane Partnership College Byron Road , TA1 2JD | 3out of 4 | 1,114 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Sky Academy Pickeridge Close , TA2 7HW | - not rated | 1,158 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| King's College Taunton South Road , TA1 3LA | - not rated | 1,214 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Selworthy Special School Selworthy Road , TA2 8HD | 3out of 4 | 1,692 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zian Palace | 55 East Reach | 431 yd | |
| Pink Garlic | 53 Hamilton Road | 495 yd | |
| The Hub Cafe | Victoria House, Victoria Street | 576 yd | |
| Canton Takeaway | 113 East Reach | 605 yd | |
| 7 Days | 23 East Reach | 696 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Somerset Inn | Somerset Inn, 46 Alfred Street | 309 yd | |
| Victoria Gate | 51-52 East Reach | 431 yd | |
| Rose Inn | Rose Inn, 55 Hamilton Road | 495 yd | |
| Molly Malones | Tancred Street | 807 yd | |
| The Princess Royal Inn | The Princess Royal Inn, 25 Canon Street | 869 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Munchies | 59 East Reach | 426 yd | |
| Ali Baba | 1 Grays Road | 458 yd | |
| Silver River Takeaway | Silver River Take Away, 89 East Reach | 486 yd | |
| Sea Bass Fish and Chips | 49-51 Hamilton Road | 495 yd | |
| The Star Fish Bar | 92 Eastleigh Road | 570 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl Great Britain Ltd | Roman Road | 403 yd | |
| ASDA STORES LTD (Supermarket) | Asda, Creechbarrow Road | 548 yd | |
| Tesco Stores Limited | 30-33 East Reach | 587 yd | |
| Wm Morrisons Supermarkets Ltd | Dellers Wharf, Priory Bridge Road | 1,046 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Billet Street | 1,063 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Victoria Park Playing Fields MITRE COURT | grass pitches | 302 yd |
| Taunton Town Football Club WORDSWORTH DRIVE | grass pitches | 369 yd |
| Elect Fitness (Closed) Viney Street | health and fitness suite | 569 yd |
| Hamilton Gault Playing Field AVILL CRESCENT | grass pitches | 582 yd |
| Ymca (Taunton) LISIEUX WAY | artificial grass pitch, squash courts | 643 yd |
| Somerset County Cricket Club ST. JAMES STREET | grass pitches | 865 yd |
| Nuffield Health (Taunton) 153-156 153-156 EAST REACH | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 871 yd |
| Academy Personal Fitness Centre (Closed) St. James Street | health and fitness suite | 952 yd |
| St James St (Closed) St. James Street | swimming pool | 1,087 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 | 39.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 39.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 64.16 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 64.16 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 17.44 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.