Monument Close is in Wellington and in Somerset district. TA21 9AL is located in the Wellington electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Taunton Deane. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Monument Close, Wellington, TA21 9AL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TA21 9AN, TA21 9AH, TA21 9AP, TA21 9AJ, TA21 8EY, TA21 9BG, TA21 9AW, TA21 9BE, TA21 9EA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TA21 9AL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.1% | 51.7% | -1.4% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 46.9% | 48.3% | 1.4% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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 TA21 9AL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 69.7% 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 | 16.5% | 14.9% | -1.6% | 37.9% | -23.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.9% | 69.7% | 6.8% | 44.2% | 25.5% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 9.3% | 6.6% | -2.7% | 9.1% | -2.5% |
| Widowed | 11% | 8.7% | -2.3% | 6.1% | 2.6% |
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 | 42.1% | 41.9% | -0.2% | 48.4% | -6.5% |
| Good health | 39.2% | 40.8% | 1.6% | 33.6% | 7.2% |
| Fair health | 12.5% | 14.7% | 2.2% | 12.7% | 2.0% |
| Bad health | 4.8% | 2.6% | -2.2% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 24.5% | 19.8% | -4.7% | 18.2% | 1.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.4% | 11.4% | 0.0% | 9.6% | 1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16% | 13.9% | -2.1% | 13.4% | 0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 5.9% | 3.8% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.7% | 15.6% | 5.9% | 16.9% | -1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.8% | 30.8% | 0.0% | 33.8% | -3.0% |
| Other | 5.5% | 2.5% | -3.0% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
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% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 100% | 96.6% | -3.4% | 81.4% | 15.2% |
In this area, 93.6% 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% | 93.6% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 10.4% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 2.6% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 93.6% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 10.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.4% | 6.4% | 9.8% | -3.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.4% | 76.7% | 9.7% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 11.7% | 13.5% | -1.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.7% | 37.2% | -2.5% |
| Christian | 58.5% | 46.2% | 12.3% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Monument Close was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Blackdown & Neroche average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -64.5%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Monument Close, Wellington, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2024-11-05 | £276,534 |
| 8 Monument Close, Wellington, Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £372,500 | 2024-07-24 | £389,594 |
| 15 Monument Close, Wellington, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2020-01-10 | £227,143 |
| 18 Monument Close, Wellington, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £173,000 | 2018-10-09 | £220,800 |
| 12 Monument Close, Wellington, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £172,500 | 2016-10-03 | £243,288 |
TA21 9AL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 TA21 9AL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 49% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 114 |
| Full-Time Employee | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wellesley Park Primary School Homefield , TA21 9AJ | 3out of 4 | 31 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beech Grove Primary School Courtland Road , TA21 8NE | 2out of 4 | 1,197 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Church of England Primary School Priory , TA21 9EJ | 3out of 4 | 1,218 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Isambard Kingdom Brunel Primary School Thomas Place , TA21 8FP | - not rated | 1,602 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rockwell Green Church of England Primary School Brooklands Road , Rockwell Green TA21 9DJ | 3out of 4 | 1,836 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 | 1,083 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 | 526 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fusion College Manleys Farm , West Buckland TA21 9LQ | - not rated | 2,869 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Canton Chinese Restaurant | 24-26 South Street | 922 yd | |
| Wellington Baptist Church | Wellington Baptist Church, 28 South Street | 922 yd | |
| Cafe Licious | 15 South Street | 924 yd | |
| The Green Dragon | Green Dragon Inn, 23 South Street | 924 yd | |
| Wellington Masonic Club | Masonic Hall, Mantle Street | 939 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cottage Inn | 31 Champford Lane | 809 yd | |
| Vintage Inn | 24 Fore Street | 924 yd | |
| The Iron Duke | The Iron Duke, Fore Street | 1,013 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Palace & Burger Bar | 18 South Street | 922 yd | |
| Mr Scrumptious | 8 South Street | 922 yd | |
| New Orient Hotfoods Take Away | 21 South Street | 924 yd | |
| Greggs Plc | 9-9a Fore Street | 985 yd | |
| Star Fish Bar | 30 High Street | 1,029 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Op | 4-6 Fore Street | 924 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Princess Royal Sports Complex SOUTH STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 609 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 | 39.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 38.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 54.14 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 54.14 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 12.87 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.