Clover Mead is in Taunton and in Somerset district. TA1 3XD is located in the Taunton South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Taunton Deane. This postcode has been in use since 1984-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Clover Mead, Taunton, TA1 3XD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TA1 3XL, TA1 3DD, TA1 3XJ, TA1 3XH, TA1 3DB, TA1 3XA, TA1 3DE, TA1 3XF, TA1 3XN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding TA1 3XD has a slightly higher male population, with 51.4% 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 | 50.4% | 48.6% | -1.8% | 51.0% | -2.4% |
| Male | 49.6% | 51.4% | 1.8% | 49.0% | 2.4% |
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 3XD, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.5% 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 | 37.8% | 42.5% | 4.7% | 37.9% | 4.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.1% | 37.9% | -4.2% | 44.2% | -6.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 3.2% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 12.4% | 11.9% | -0.5% | 9.1% | 2.8% |
| Widowed | 4.8% | 3.7% | -1.1% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.5%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 54.9% | 46.2% | -8.7% | 48.4% | -2.2% |
| Good health | 36.4% | 40.3% | 3.9% | 33.6% | 6.7% |
| Fair health | 7.6% | 9.9% | 2.3% | 12.7% | -2.8% |
| Bad health | 1.1% | 3.6% | 2.5% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
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 3XD this area, 8.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.4% | 8.8% | -5.6% | 18.2% | -9.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11% | 9.2% | -1.8% | 9.6% | -0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.1% | 17.1% | -3.0% | 13.4% | 3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 7.8% | 4.5% | 5.3% | 2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 21.1% | 26.3% | 5.2% | 16.9% | 9.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.4% | 25.8% | 0.4% | 33.8% | -8.0% |
| Other | 4.8% | 5.1% | 0.3% | 2.8% | 2.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.1% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.5% | -1.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.5% | 96.1% | -2.4% | 81.4% | 14.7% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 89.3% 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 | 94.3% | 89.3% | -5.0% | 83.2% | 6.1% |
| European Union | 3.4% | 7.1% | 3.7% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 2% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.9% | 89.3% | -4.6% | 83.2% | 6.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.1% | 5.1% | 9.8% | -4.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 2% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 2.8% | 1.7% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 0.8% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.2% | 76.7% | -1.5% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 2.8% | 1.3% | 1.5% |
| Romania | 2% | 0.9% | 1.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 2% | 0.3% | 1.7% |
| No passport held | 15.7% | 13.5% | 2.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.3% | 37.2% | 5.1% |
| Christian | 52.6% | 46.2% | 6.4% |
| Buddhist | 2.4% | 0.5% | 1.9% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 2.4% | 6.0% | -3.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Clover Mead was 31.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 63.3% lower than the Blackdown & Neroche average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Clover Mead has the 30th lowest crime rate of 118 local areas in Blackdown & Neroche and the 571st lowest crime rate of 1,848 local areas in Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 31.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -37.8%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Clover Mead, Taunton, Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £213,000 | 2024-05-31 | £228,395 |
| 14 Clover Mead, Taunton, Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2024-04-30 | £233,134 |
| 58 Clover Mead, Taunton, Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £208,000 | 2024-01-31 | £218,785 |
| 1 Clover Mead, Taunton, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £234,000 | 2023-04-14 | £241,432 |
| 5 Clover Mead, Taunton, Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2022-09-29 | £256,389 |
TA1 3XD 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 | 83 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 23 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Education | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holway Park Community Primary School Shakespeare Avenue , TA1 2JA | 2out of 4 | 1,093 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackbrook Primary School Ashbourne Crescent , TA1 2RA | 3out of 4 | 1,605 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School South Street , TA1 3AF | 1out of 4 | 1,611 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's Catholic School The Mount , TA1 3NR | 3out of 4 | 1,642 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St James Church School Cranmer Road , TA1 1XU | 3out of 4 | 2,031 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | 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 | 824 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Castle School Wellington Road , TA1 5AU | 4out of 4 | 3,145 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Heathfield Community School School Road , Monkton Heathfield TA2 8PD | 4out of 4 | 4,355 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Taunton Academy Cheddon Road , TA2 7QP | 2out of 4 | 4,615 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | 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 | 957 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taunton Deane Partnership College Byron Road , TA1 2JD | 3out of 4 | 1,199 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King's College Taunton South Road , TA1 3LA | - not rated | 1,422 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Silver Bridge School 54 Silver Street , Taunton TA1 3DL | - not rated | 1,552 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen's College Trull Road , TA1 4QS | - not rated | 2,448 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Sky Academy Pickeridge Close , TA2 7HW | - not rated | 3,410 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wyvern Club | Mountfields Road | 663 yd | |
| Orchard Restaurant (Taunton Racecourse) Ltd | Orchard Restaurant, Taunton Racecourse | 930 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wyvern Club MOUNTFIELDS ROAD | grass pitches, squash courts, tennis courts | 789 yd |
| Bishop Fox'S School BISHOP FOX DRIVE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 940 yd |
| Richard Huish College SOUTH ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,068 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 39.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 35.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 53.47 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 53.47 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 13.34 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.