Deane Drive is in Taunton and in Somerset district. TA1 5PD is located in the Comeytrowe & Trull electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Taunton Deane. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Deane Drive, Taunton, TA1 5PD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TA1 5PE, TA1 5PH, TA1 5PF, TA1 5PJ, TA1 5NQ, TA1 5NW, TA1 5NN, TA1 5LZ, TA1 5PA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TA1 5PD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.7% | 51.5% | -2.2% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 46.3% | 48.5% | 2.2% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
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 5PD there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 63.4% 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 | 12.8% | 19.9% | 7.1% | 37.9% | -18.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 69.3% | 63.4% | -5.9% | 44.2% | 19.2% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 0.8% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 8.7% | 9.8% | 1.1% | 9.1% | 0.7% |
| Widowed | 7.8% | 6.1% | -1.7% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
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 | 43.7% | 49% | 5.3% | 48.4% | 0.6% |
| Good health | 34% | 33.6% | -0.4% | 33.6% | 0.0% |
| Fair health | 15.3% | 13.4% | -1.9% | 12.7% | 0.7% |
| Bad health | 6.3% | 2.7% | -3.6% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 | 21.1% | 13.9% | -7.2% | 18.2% | -4.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 7.8% | -4.6% | 9.6% | -1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.4% | 14.3% | 1.9% | 13.4% | 0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 9.6% | 5.3% | -4.3% | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.6% | 18.8% | 8.2% | 16.9% | 1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.4% | 35.5% | 6.1% | 33.8% | 1.7% |
| Other | 4.6% | 4.5% | -0.1% | 2.8% | 1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.3% 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% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Indian | 1.5% | 5% | 3.5% | 3.1% | 1.9% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.1% | 90.3% | -4.8% | 81.4% | 8.9% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 89.6% 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 | 96.6% | 89.6% | -7.0% | 83.2% | 6.4% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 2% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 6.4% | 4.9% | 5.6% | 0.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.3% | 89.9% | -6.4% | 83.2% | 6.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 6.8% | 6.4% | 9.8% | -3.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 1% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.3% | 76.7% | 1.6% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| Southern Asia | 2% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 15.1% | 13.5% | 1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.3% | 37.2% | -4.9% |
| Christian | 60.3% | 46.2% | 14.1% |
| Not answered | 7.4% | 6.0% | 1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Deane Drive was 9.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 95.7% lower than the Bishop's Hull & Taunton West average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Deane Drive has the 8th lowest crime rate of 127 local areas in Bishop's Hull & Taunton West and the 83rd lowest crime rate of 1,848 local areas in Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 85.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Deane Drive, Taunton, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2024-06-07 | £289,861 |
| 16 Deane Drive, Taunton, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2019-08-21 | £278,667 |
| 12 Deane Drive, Taunton, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £256,000 | 2018-07-23 | £333,065 |
| 12 Deane Drive, Taunton, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2017-10-06 | £299,702 |
| 1 Deane Drive, Taunton, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2014-02-10 | £313,142 |
TA1 5PD area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 5PD area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 41% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 100 |
| Full-Time Employee | 69 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Education | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bishop Henderson Church of England Primary School, Taunton Henderson Close , TA1 4TU | 3out of 4 | 724 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishops Hull Primary School Bishops Hull Hill , Bishops Hull TA1 5EB | 3out of 4 | 834 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkfield Primary School Parkfield Road , TA1 4RT | 2out of 4 | 1,190 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North Town Academy Staplegrove Road , TA1 1DF | 3out of 4 | 2,005 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Trull Church of England VA Primary School Church Road , Trull TA3 7JZ | 4out of 4 | 2,144 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 1,277 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Fox's School Bishop Fox Drive , TA1 3HQ | 3out of 4 | 2,835 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Taunton Academy Cheddon Road , TA2 7QP | 2out of 4 | 4,099 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 | 2,868 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 | 1,361 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Taunton School Staplegrove Road , TA2 6AD | - not rated | 2,335 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Taunton Preparatory School Staplegrove Road , TA2 6AE | - not rated | 2,335 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| King's College Taunton South Road , TA1 3LA | - not rated | 2,587 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Silver Bridge School 54 Silver Street , Taunton TA1 3DL | - not rated | 2,596 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Madhouse Taunton Ltd | Armada House, Galmington Road | 397 yd | |
| The Coffee Cabin (Taunton) Ltd | Taunton Deane Crematorium, Unit 2 Wellington New Road | 399 yd | |
| St Michaels Church | Pitts Close | 702 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | Taunton Hospital, Parkfield Drive | 762 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Outpatients Entrance, Musgrove Park Hospital | 762 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Galmington Social Club | Trident Youth And Community Centre, Galmington Road | 171 yd | |
| Shepherds Rest | The Shepherds Rest, 64 Galmington Road | 301 yd | |
| Stonegallows | Stonegallows Inn | 747 yd | |
| The Old Inn | The Old Inn, Bishops Hull Road | 1,055 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jade Garden | Jade Garden, 58b Galmington Road | 262 yd | |
| Jade House | 87 Mountway Road | 737 yd | |
| Blue Fish - Fish and Chips | 193 Galmington Road | 877 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Galmington Taunton Express | Comeytrowe Centre | 723 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Galmington Playing Fields BELMONT ROAD | grass pitches | 491 yd |
| Bishop Henderson C Of E Primary School HENDERSON CLOSE | grass pitches | 605 yd |
| Bishops Hull Playing Field BISHOPS HULL HILL | grass pitches | 1,020 yd |
| Taunton Cssc Sports & Leisure (Closed) Trull Road | grass pitches | 1,040 yd |
| Bridgewater & Taunton College (Taunton Centre) BRIDGWATER AND TAUNTON COLLEGE BRIDGWATER AND TAUNTON COLLEGE WELLINGTON ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,066 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 | 72.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 72.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 159.98 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 159.98 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30.04 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.