The Spinney is in Taunton and in Somerset district. TA1 4RY 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 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Spinney, Taunton, TA1 4RY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TA1 4RZ, TA1 4SE, TA1 4SA, TA1 4SF, TA1 4RX, TA1 4SB, TA1 4ST, TA1 4SG, TA1 4SD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding TA1 4RY, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.6% of residents 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 | 54% | 53.6% | -0.4% | 51.0% | 2.6% |
| Male | 46% | 46.4% | 0.4% | 49.0% | -2.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of TA1 4RY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.7% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 16.7% | 15.7% | -1.0% | 37.9% | -22.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.2% | 61.7% | -3.5% | 44.2% | 17.5% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 6.9% | 9.6% | 2.7% | 9.1% | 0.5% |
| Widowed | 10.3% | 11.3% | 1.0% | 6.1% | 5.2% |
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 (85.4%) 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 | 41.6% | 54.5% | 12.9% | 48.4% | 6.1% |
| Good health | 38% | 30.9% | -7.1% | 33.6% | -2.7% |
| Fair health | 17.2% | 12.2% | -5.0% | 12.7% | -0.5% |
| Bad health | 2.6% | 2.1% | -0.5% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 18.5% | 12.7% | -5.8% | 18.2% | -5.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.2% | 10.5% | -0.7% | 9.6% | 0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.2% | 13.5% | -0.7% | 13.4% | 0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 6.6% | 2.7% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.7% | 21.4% | 7.7% | 16.9% | 4.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.8% | 35.4% | 0.6% | 33.8% | 1.6% |
| Other | 3.9% | 0% | -3.9% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 4% | 3.5% | -0.5% | 3.1% | 0.4% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.8% | 0.7% | -1.1% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 93.1% | 94.1% | 1.0% | 81.4% | 12.7% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
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 | 93.4% | 89.3% | -4.1% | 83.2% | 6.1% |
| European Union | 2.6% | 5.5% | 2.9% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.9% | 3.5% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -2.1% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.3% | 89.3% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 6.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 5.5% | 5.1% | 9.8% | -4.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.8% | 0.7% | -1.1% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 2.4% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 2.1% | -1.5% | 1.9% | 0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84% | 76.7% | 7.3% |
| Portugal | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 2.1% | 1.5% | 0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 12.2% | 13.5% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.2% | 37.2% | 5.0% |
| Christian | 49.1% | 46.2% | 2.9% |
| Hindu | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 6.9% | 6.0% | 0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Spinney was 17.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 91.8% lower than the Bishop's Hull & Taunton West average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
The Spinney has the 21st lowest crime rate of 127 local areas in Bishop's Hull & Taunton West and the 236th lowest crime rate of 1,848 local areas in Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about 0.0%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 81% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 The Spinney, Taunton, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £395,000 | 2025-10-14 | £395,000 |
| 15 The Spinney, Taunton, Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £392,000 | 2023-07-13 | £397,681 |
| 5 The Spinney, Taunton, Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £308,000 | 2021-06-16 | £354,272 |
| 7 The Spinney, Taunton, Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2021-05-24 | £347,518 |
| 14 The Spinney, Taunton, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2020-10-30 | £575,602 |
TA1 4RY 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in TA1 4RY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 39% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 90 |
| Full-Time Employee | 58 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parkfield Primary School Parkfield Road , TA1 4RT | 2out of 4 | 226 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Henderson Church of England Primary School, Taunton Henderson Close , TA1 4TU | 3out of 4 | 507 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North Town Academy Staplegrove Road , TA1 1DF | 3out of 4 | 1,261 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's Catholic School The Mount , TA1 3NR | 3out of 4 | 1,322 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishops Hull Primary School Bishops Hull Hill , Bishops Hull TA1 5EB | 3out of 4 | 1,578 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 908 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Fox's School Bishop Fox Drive , TA1 3HQ | 3out of 4 | 1,774 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Taunton Academy Cheddon Road , TA2 7QP | 2out of 4 | 3,642 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Heathfield Community School School Road , Monkton Heathfield TA2 8PD | 4out of 4 | 5,082 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 | 1,788 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queen's College Trull Road , TA1 4QS | - not rated | 915 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| King's College Taunton South Road , TA1 3LA | - not rated | 1,506 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Silver Bridge School 54 Silver Street , Taunton TA1 3DL | - not rated | 1,525 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Taunton School Staplegrove Road , TA2 6AD | - not rated | 2,043 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Taunton Preparatory School Staplegrove Road , TA2 6AE | - not rated | 2,043 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | Taunton Hospital, Parkfield Drive | 540 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Outpatients Entrance, Musgrove Park Hospital | 540 yd | |
| St Georges Church Hall and Tuk-tuk | St Georges Church, Wilton, Fons George Road | 586 yd | |
| Blagdon Village Management | Blagdon Village, Kinglake Drive | 597 yd | |
| Cullens Catering at Vivary Golf Club | Vivary Park Golf Course, Vivary Park | 608 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Vivary Arms | Wilton Street | 447 yd | |
| The Knowls | The Knowls, 86 Trull Road | 564 yd | |
| Taunton Masonic Hall | Masonic Hall, The Crescent | 807 yd | |
| Shepherds Rest | The Shepherds Rest, 64 Galmington Road | 814 yd | |
| Galmington Social Club | Trident Youth And Community Centre, Galmington Road | 938 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Fish - Fish and Chips | 193 Galmington Road | 264 yd | |
| Blue Mango | 1 Westgate Street | 555 yd | |
| Yo! To Go! | Tesco, Castle Street | 778 yd | |
| Jade Garden | Jade Garden, 58b Galmington Road | 832 yd | |
| Loafers Sandwich Bar | 10 Bath Place | 965 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Galmington Taunton Express | Comeytrowe Centre | 704 yd | |
| Lidl | Lidl Uk, Castle Street | 741 yd | |
| TESCO STORES LTD | Tesco, Castle Street | 778 yd | |
| Tesco Stores Limited | 54 - 55 High Street | 971 yd | |
| Iceland | 59 High Street | 995 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bishop Henderson C Of E Primary School HENDERSON CLOSE | grass pitches | 562 yd |
| Taunton Cssc Sports & Leisure (Closed) Trull Road | grass pitches | 594 yd |
| Galmington Playing Fields BELMONT ROAD | grass pitches | 716 yd |
| Vivary Golf Course Vivary Park | golf | 858 yd |
| Queens College Sports Centre TRULL ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 879 yd |
| Taunton Bowling Club FONS GEORGE | indoor bowls | 885 yd |
| Bridgewater & Taunton College (Taunton Centre) BRIDGWATER AND TAUNTON COLLEGE BRIDGWATER AND TAUNTON COLLEGE WELLINGTON ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 909 yd |
| The Castle School WELLINGTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 997 yd |
| Anytime Fitness (Taunton) 13-14 13-14 ORCHARD | health and fitness suite | 1,084 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 | 35 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 32.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 46.42 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 46.42 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 5.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.