Drakes Park North is in Wellington and in Somerset district. TA21 8SZ is located in the Wellington electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Taunton Deane. This postcode has been in use since 1999-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Drakes Park North, Wellington, TA21 8SZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TA21 8TB, TA21 8SE, TA21 8SD, TA21 8RT, TA21 8RQ, TA21 8SF, TA21 8RZ, TA21 8TD, TA21 8RU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TA21 8SZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.4% | 50.5% | 1.1% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 50.6% | 49.5% | -1.1% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 34.8% | 35.9% | 1.1% | 37.9% | -2.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.7% | 47.4% | 7.7% | 44.2% | 3.2% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 1.9% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 10.9% | 11.1% | 0.2% | 9.1% | 2.0% |
| Widowed | 11.3% | 3.6% | -7.7% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
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 | 39.9% | 45.8% | 5.9% | 48.4% | -2.6% |
| Good health | 30.2% | 38.9% | 8.7% | 33.6% | 5.3% |
| Fair health | 26% | 12.6% | -13.4% | 12.7% | -0.1% |
| Bad health | 1.9% | 2.5% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 0.2% | -1.7% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 39.3% | 21.6% | -17.7% | 18.2% | 3.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13% | 4.7% | -8.3% | 9.6% | -4.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.4% | 14.1% | -5.3% | 13.4% | 0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 4.2% | 0.6% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.9% | 19.7% | 12.8% | 16.9% | 2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 13% | 34.1% | 21.1% | 33.8% | 0.3% |
| Other | 4.9% | 1.7% | -3.2% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.6% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.5% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| White | 98.1% | 96.6% | -1.5% | 81.4% | 15.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 92.6% 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 | 97.4% | 92.6% | -4.8% | 83.2% | 9.4% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 4.4% | 2.5% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.8% | 92.6% | -4.2% | 83.2% | 9.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 5.5% | 4.5% | 9.8% | -4.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0.4% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74% | 76.7% | -2.7% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Italy | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Portugal | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 1.7% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 20.5% | 13.5% | 7.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.4% | 37.2% | 12.2% |
| Christian | 42.8% | 46.2% | -3.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Drakes Park North was 14.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 82.8% lower than the Blackdown & Neroche average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Drakes Park North has the 14th lowest crime rate of 118 local areas in Blackdown & Neroche and the 183rd lowest crime rate of 1,848 local areas in Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about 0.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 34 Drakes Park North, Wellington, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2025-08-29 | £236,882 |
| 32 Drakes Park North, Wellington, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2025-03-28 | £250,472 |
| 35 Drakes Park North, Wellington, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2022-05-13 | £274,732 |
| 32 Drakes Park North, Wellington, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £149,950 | 2006-05-23 | £259,896 |
| 34 Drakes Park North, Wellington, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2003-03-28 | £297,523 |
TA21 8SZ 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 | 126 |
| Retired | 83 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 45 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Education | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Isambard Kingdom Brunel Primary School Thomas Place , TA21 8FP | - not rated | 222 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Church of England Primary School Priory , TA21 9EJ | 3out of 4 | 486 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beech Grove Primary School Courtland Road , TA21 8NE | 2out of 4 | 648 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wellesley Park Primary School Homefield , TA21 9AJ | 3out of 4 | 1,430 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rockwell Green Church of England Primary School Brooklands Road , Rockwell Green TA21 9DJ | 3out of 4 | 1,616 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Court Fields School Mantle Street , TA21 8SW | 2out of 4 | 1,021 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wellington School South Street , TA21 8NT | - not rated | 931 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fusion College Manleys Farm , West Buckland TA21 9LQ | - not rated | 3,633 yd | Other independent special school | No | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flavours | 59 High Street | 296 yd | |
| Abbeyfield Regional Office West | Office, The Old Vicarage, High Street | 304 yd | |
| Rachel's Cafe | Unit 3, Lancer Court, High Street | 352 yd | |
| A House of Cake | 17 High Street | 373 yd | |
| Wellington & District Conservative Club | 19 High Street | 373 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pub | 13 High Street | 373 yd | |
| Victoria Arms | 43 North Street | 489 yd | |
| The Iron Duke | The Iron Duke, Fore Street | 513 yd | |
| Vintage Inn | 24 Fore Street | 615 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wok Inn | Wok Inn, 33 High Street | 373 yd | |
| Show Spice | 31 High Street | 373 yd | |
| Star Fish Bar | 30 High Street | 440 yd | |
| Dominoes Fish Bar | 29-31 North Street | 489 yd | |
| Wellington Kebab & Pizza | 2 North Street | 545 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | Longforth Road | 230 yd | |
| Waitrose | Red Lion Court, High Street | 332 yd | |
| Co-Op | 4-6 Fore Street | 615 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wellington Playing Field NORTH STREET | grass pitches, tennis courts | 683 yd |
| The Princess Royal Sports Complex SOUTH STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 858 yd |
| Wellington Recreation Ground COURTLAND ROAD | grass pitches | 903 yd |
| Wellington Rugby Club CORAMS LANE | grass pitches | 999 yd |
| Wellington (Somerset) Bowling Club CORAMS LANE | indoor bowls | 1,022 yd |
| Court Fields School MANTLE STREET | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,024 yd |
| Wellington Sports Centre CORAMS LANE | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 1,092 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.