Holway Avenue is in Taunton and in Somerset district. TA1 3AW is located in the Taunton South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Taunton Deane. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Holway Avenue, Taunton, TA1 3AW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TA1 3TW, TA1 3AQ, TA1 3AP, TA1 3AG, TA1 3AR, TA1 2YB, TA1 2EY, TA1 3JH, TA1 2YD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding TA1 3AW has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.4% of the population being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.5% | 56.4% | 2.9% | 51.0% | 5.4% |
| Male | 46.5% | 43.6% | -2.9% | 49.0% | -5.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 47.4% | 38% | -9.4% | 37.9% | 0.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 32.2% | 24% | -8.2% | 44.2% | -20.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.1% | 1.5% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 4.7% | 2.1% | 2.2% | 2.5% |
| Divorced | 10.9% | 10.1% | -0.8% | 9.1% | 1.0% |
| Widowed | 6.9% | 20.2% | 13.3% | 6.1% | 14.1% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (68.5%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 54.9% | 41.4% | -13.5% | 48.4% | -7.0% |
| Good health | 28.4% | 27.1% | -1.3% | 33.6% | -6.5% |
| Fair health | 12.8% | 25.7% | 12.9% | 12.7% | 13.0% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 2.9% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 2.9% | 2.3% | 1.2% | 1.7% |
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 | 15.8% | 12.4% | -3.4% | 18.2% | -5.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 5.9% | 5.4% | -0.5% | 9.6% | -4.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.1% | 9.3% | -4.8% | 13.4% | -4.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 8.5% | 5.2% | 5.3% | 3.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.1% | 14.7% | 0.6% | 16.9% | -2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 38.8% | 42.6% | 3.8% | 33.8% | 8.8% |
| Other | 7.9% | 7% | -0.9% | 2.8% | 4.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.5% 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 | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 3.1% | -1.0% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 2.8% | 2.5% | 0.8% | 2.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 96.1% | 91.5% | -4.6% | 81.4% | 10.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 86.4% 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 | 84.7% | 86.4% | 1.7% | 83.2% | 3.2% |
| European Union | 9.5% | 6.4% | -3.1% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Africa | 2.5% | 2.1% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 3.6% | 1.9% | 5.6% | -2.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 83.3% | 87.1% | 3.8% | 83.2% | 3.9% |
| 10+ Years | 3.3% | 7.9% | 4.6% | 9.8% | -1.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.6% | 1.4% | -2.2% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 5% | 0.7% | -4.3% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.7% | 2.9% | -1.8% | 1.9% | 1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70% | 76.7% | -6.7% |
| France | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 2.9% | 0.6% | 2.3% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Southern Asia | 1.4% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 22.9% | 13.5% | 9.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.3% | 37.2% | 2.1% |
| Christian | 40.7% | 46.2% | -5.5% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 18.6% | 6.0% | 12.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Holway Avenue was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Bishop's Hull & Taunton West average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -37.1%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 53% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Rose Cottages Holway Avenue, Taunton, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £187,500 | 2023-03-31 | £191,299 |
| 4 Rose Cottages Holway Avenue, Taunton, Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2021-12-10 | £184,074 |
| 3 Rose Cottages Holway Avenue, Taunton, Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £161,000 | 2021-07-19 | £185,225 |
| 5 Rose Cottages Holway Avenue, Taunton, Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £124,000 | 2014-02-14 | £198,161 |
| 5 Rose Cottages Holway Avenue, Taunton, Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £139,950 | 2007-09-24 | £202,785 |
TA1 3AW 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 | 53 |
| Retired | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 39 |
| Human health and social work activities | 39 |
| Education | 23 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School South Street , TA1 3AF | 1out of 4 | 229 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's Catholic School The Mount , TA1 3NR | 3out of 4 | 526 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St James Church School Cranmer Road , TA1 1XU | 3out of 4 | 637 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holway Park Community Primary School Shakespeare Avenue , TA1 2JA | 2out of 4 | 880 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackbrook Primary School Ashbourne Crescent , TA1 2RA | 3out of 4 | 1,256 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 805 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Castle School Wellington Road , TA1 5AU | 4out of 4 | 2,064 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Taunton Academy Cheddon Road , TA2 7QP | 2out of 4 | 3,226 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Heathfield Community School School Road , Monkton Heathfield TA2 8PD | 4out of 4 | 3,530 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 | 543 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 | 325 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King's College Taunton South Road , TA1 3LA | - not rated | 361 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Taunton Deane Partnership College Byron Road , TA1 2JD | 3out of 4 | 633 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Sky Academy Pickeridge Close , TA2 7HW | - not rated | 2,070 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Queen's College Trull Road , TA1 4QS | - not rated | 2,263 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hub Cafe | Victoria House, Victoria Street | 377 yd | |
| Canton Takeaway | 113 East Reach | 457 yd | |
| Chopsticks Asian Food | 132 East Reach | 488 yd | |
| 7 Days | 23 East Reach | 515 yd | |
| The Cafe @ Taunton Antiques Market | Taunton Antiques Market, 25-29 Silver Street | 524 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Flying Horse | 123 Wordsworth Drive | 380 yd | |
| Victoria Gate | 51-52 East Reach | 533 yd | |
| Racehorse Inn | The Flat, The Racehorse Inn, 157 East Reach | 583 yd | |
| The Somerset Inn | Somerset Inn, 46 Alfred Street | 643 yd | |
| Molly Malones | Tancred Street | 688 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| China Town | 13a East Reach | 2 yd | |
| The Star Fish Bar | 92 Eastleigh Road | 407 yd | |
| Master's Grill Kebab House | 112 East Reach | 453 yd | |
| Silver River Takeaway | Silver River Take Away, 89 East Reach | 481 yd | |
| Marmaris Kebab End Pizza | 29 East Reach | 494 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Stores Limited | 30-33 East Reach | 494 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Billet Street | 666 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | The County, East Street | 818 yd | |
| Tesco Stores Limited | 54 - 55 High Street | 1,005 yd | |
| Iceland | 59 High Street | 1,022 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| King'S College KINGS COLLEGE KINGS COLLEGE SOUTH ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 300 yd |
| Kings College Astroturf Pitch (Closed) Kings House Kings House South Road | artificial grass pitch | 370 yd |
| Elect Fitness (Closed) Viney Street | health and fitness suite | 384 yd |
| Richard Huish College SOUTH ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 494 yd |
| Nuffield Health (Taunton) 153-156 153-156 EAST REACH | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 562 yd |
| St Georges Catholic School The Mount | grass pitches, swimming pool | 623 yd |
| Ymca (Taunton) LISIEUX WAY | artificial grass pitch, squash courts | 692 yd |
| Taunton Town Football Club WORDSWORTH DRIVE | grass pitches | 741 yd |
| Taunton Deane Cricket Club THE CONVENT THE CONVENT MOUNT STREET | grass pitches | 752 yd |
| Bishop Fox'S School BISHOP FOX DRIVE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 757 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.