Cheddon Road is in Taunton and in Somerset district. TA2 7QP is located in the Taunton North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Taunton Deane. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cheddon Road, Taunton, TA2 7QP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TA2 7QR, TA2 7RR, TA2 7BH, TA2 7BE, TA2 7BG, TA2 7RP, TA2 7EB, TA2 7RS, TA2 7JQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding TA2 7QP, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.1% 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 | 49.3% | 54.1% | 4.8% | 51.0% | 3.1% |
| Male | 50.7% | 45.9% | -4.8% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 26.3% | 37.9% | 11.6% | 37.9% | 0.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.4% | 34.1% | -14.3% | 44.2% | -10.1% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 4.2% | 1.4% | 2.2% | 2.0% |
| Divorced | 16% | 15.9% | -0.1% | 9.1% | 6.8% |
| Widowed | 6.6% | 7.9% | 1.3% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
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 | 39.1% | 36.9% | -2.2% | 48.4% | -11.5% |
| Good health | 40.5% | 39.2% | -1.3% | 33.6% | 5.6% |
| Fair health | 15% | 16.9% | 1.9% | 12.7% | 4.2% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 5.9% | 1.2% | 4.0% | 1.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 14.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.6% | 23% | -5.6% | 18.2% | 4.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.7% | 13.1% | -6.6% | 9.6% | 3.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 22.1% | 23.5% | 1.4% | 13.4% | 10.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 6.6% | 2.4% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 17.4% | 6.6% | 16.9% | 0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.3% | 14.6% | 4.3% | 33.8% | -19.2% |
| Other | 4.2% | 1.9% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.3% 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% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.7% | 0.9% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| White | 99.3% | 95.3% | -4.0% | 81.4% | 13.9% |
| Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 91% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 96.4% | 91% | -5.4% | 83.2% | 7.8% |
| European Union | 3.3% | 6.7% | 3.4% | 6.1% | 0.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96% | 91.3% | -4.7% | 83.2% | 8.1% |
| 10+ Years | 2.2% | 2.8% | 0.6% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 2% | 1.3% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.3% | 76.7% | -6.4% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 2.3% | 0.5% | 1.8% |
| Romania | 3.1% | 0.9% | 2.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.6% | 1.5% | 0.1% |
| Turkey | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 21.1% | 13.5% | 7.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.7% | 37.2% | 7.5% |
| Christian | 47.5% | 46.2% | 1.3% |
| Muslim | 1.9% | 6.5% | -4.6% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cheddon Road was 79.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 15.8% higher than the Rowbarton & Staplegrove average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cheddon Road has the 12th lowest crime rate of 25 local areas in Rowbarton & Staplegrove and the 574th highest crime rate of 1,848 local areas in Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 48.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -49.1%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 324 Cheddon Road, Taunton, Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £258,000 | 2025-01-03 | £265,204 |
| 334 Cheddon Road, Taunton, Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2023-05-19 | £207,516 |
| 336 Cheddon Road, Taunton, Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2023-03-24 | £243,677 |
| 312 Cheddon Road, Taunton, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2021-05-28 | £207,080 |
| 350 Cheddon Road, Taunton, Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2019-12-13 | £188,734 |
TA2 7QP 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 | 80 |
| Retired | 39 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 39 |
| Human health and social work activities | 33 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wellsprings Primary School Crowcombe Road , TA2 7NF | 3out of 4 | 544 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lyngford Park Primary School Bircham Road , TA2 8EX | - not rated | 1,108 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheddon Fitzpaine Church School Rowford , Cheddon Fitzpaine TA2 8JY | 3out of 4 | 1,160 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Priorswood Primary School Wedlands , TA2 7AD | 1out of 4 | 1,309 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's Church School Grove Terrace , TA2 6HA | 3out of 4 | 1,671 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Taunton Academy Cheddon Road , TA2 7QP | 2out of 4 | 6 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Castle School Wellington Road , TA1 5AU | 4out of 4 | 2,870 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Heathfield Community School School Road , Monkton Heathfield TA2 8PD | 4out of 4 | 2,996 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Fox's School Bishop Fox Drive , TA1 3HQ | 3out of 4 | 3,985 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 3,743 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Park House School 277 , Cheddon Road TA2 7AX | - not rated | 423 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King's Hall School Pyrland , Kingston Road TA2 8AA | - not rated | 827 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Selworthy Special School Selworthy Road , TA2 8HD | 3out of 4 | 859 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Sky Academy Pickeridge Close , TA2 7HW | - not rated | 1,273 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Taunton School Staplegrove Road , TA2 6AD | - not rated | 1,769 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Fish & Chips | 17 Priorswood Place | 760 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Waggon | Dorchester Road | 653 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thousand Sunny Chinese Takeaway | 167 Cheddon Road | 907 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Operative Food | 6-8 Priorswood Place | 760 yd | |
| Co-Operative Food | 169 Cheddon Road | 907 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Taunton Academy CHEDDON ROAD | grass pitches | 103 yd |
| Wellsprings Leisure Centre CHEDDON ROAD | health and fitness suite | 262 yd |
| Taunton Green Playing Fields HOPE CORNER LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 385 yd |
| King'S Hall School | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, swimming pool | 653 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 | 40.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 82.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 450 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 450 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 24.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 150 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.