Tristram Drive is in Creech St Michael, Taunton and in Somerset district. TA3 5QU is located in the Monkton & North Curry electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Taunton Deane. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Tristram Drive, Creech St Michael, Taunton, TA3 5QU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TA3 5QT, TA3 5QY, TA3 5QZ, TA3 5QX, TA3 5QS, TA3 5QJ, TA3 5QN, TA3 5QF, TA3 5QG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding TA3 5QU, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.6% 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 | 51.9% | 52.6% | 0.7% | 51.0% | 1.6% |
| Male | 48.1% | 47.4% | -0.7% | 49.0% | -1.6% |
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 TA3 5QU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.7% 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 | 20.8% | 23.7% | 2.9% | 37.9% | -14.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.1% | 58.7% | -3.4% | 44.2% | 14.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 1.8% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 11.3% | 10.6% | -0.7% | 9.1% | 1.5% |
| Widowed | 3.8% | 4.9% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 49.7% | 48.1% | -1.6% | 48.4% | -0.3% |
| Good health | 36.3% | 35.7% | -0.6% | 33.6% | 2.1% |
| Fair health | 10.2% | 13.5% | 3.3% | 12.7% | 0.8% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 2.7% | 0.2% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 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 | 16.7% | 12.4% | -4.3% | 18.2% | -5.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.4% | 8.2% | -2.2% | 9.6% | -1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 22.1% | 14.9% | -7.2% | 13.4% | 1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.5% | 7.4% | -0.1% | 5.3% | 2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.8% | 24.5% | 8.7% | 16.9% | 7.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.5% | 28.4% | 5.9% | 33.8% | -5.4% |
| Other | 5% | 4.3% | -0.7% | 2.8% | 1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.4% 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% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| White | 98.4% | 95.4% | -3.0% | 81.4% | 14.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
In this area, 96.5% 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 | 96.6% | 96.5% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 1.6% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 0.5% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.3% | 96.8% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 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 | 81.4% | 76.7% | 4.7% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 18.1% | 13.5% | 4.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.6% | 37.2% | 2.4% |
| Christian | 54.2% | 46.2% | 8.0% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Other religion | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Tristram Drive was 68.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 19.0% lower than the Blackdown & Neroche average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Tristram Drive has the 38th highest crime rate of 118 local areas in Blackdown & Neroche and the 649th highest crime rate of 1,848 local areas in Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 48.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 50.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Tristram Drive, Taunton, Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £244,000 | 2025-04-25 | £246,982 |
| 4 Tristram Drive, Taunton, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £267,000 | 2024-01-18 | £283,020 |
| 3 Tristram Drive, Taunton, Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2023-11-20 | £231,043 |
| 21 Tristram Drive, Taunton, Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2022-12-20 | £251,458 |
| 1 Tristram Drive, Taunton, Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2022-02-11 | £290,769 |
TA3 5QU area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 110 |
| Retired | 69 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Education | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Other | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Creech St Michael Church of England Primary School Hyde Lane , Creech St Michael TA3 5QQ | 3out of 4 | 196 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ruishton Church of England School Newlands Road , Ruishton TA3 5JZ | 3out of 4 | 1,269 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Monkton Church of England School Bridgwater Road , Bathpool TA2 8FT | 3out of 4 | 1,444 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Minerva Primary School Outer Circle , TA1 2BU | 1out of 4 | 2,794 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackbrook Primary School Ashbourne Crescent , TA1 2RA | 3out of 4 | 2,908 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heathfield Community School School Road , Monkton Heathfield TA2 8PD | 4out of 4 | 1,772 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Fox's School Bishop Fox Drive , TA1 3HQ | 3out of 4 | 4,563 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Taunton Academy Cheddon Road , TA2 7QP | 2out of 4 | 4,651 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 | 4,371 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cambian Somerset School Creech Court , Mill Lane TA3 5PX | - not rated | 452 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Taunton Deane Partnership College Byron Road , TA1 2JD | 3out of 4 | 3,569 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Sky Academy Pickeridge Close , TA2 7HW | - not rated | 3,750 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Selworthy Special School Selworthy Road , TA2 8HD | 3out of 4 | 3,854 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Silver Bridge School 54 Silver Street , Taunton TA1 3DL | - not rated | 4,382 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Cafe | Creech St Michael Baptist Church | 263 yd | |
| Creech St Michael Village Hall | The Village Hall, Ryesland Way | 264 yd | |
| Taunton Rugby Football Club | Hyde Park, Hyde Lane | 1,089 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bell Inn | Creech St. Michael | 249 yd | |
| The Ruishton Inn | Ruishton Inn | 959 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Creech St Michael Rec Ground LEIGHTON DRIVE | grass pitches | 534 yd |
| Ruishton Recreation Ground CARPENTERS CLOSE | grass pitches | 832 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 | 13.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 13.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 13.6% |
| 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 | 45.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 45.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 71.97 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 71.97 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.