TA3 7SL is in Blagdon Hill, Taunton and Somerset district. TA3 7SL is located in the Blackdown & Neroche electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Taunton Deane. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Blagdon Hill, Taunton, TA3 7SL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding TA3 7SL has a slightly higher male population, with 52.7% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.1% | 47.3% | -1.8% | 51.0% | -3.7% |
| Male | 50.9% | 52.7% | 1.8% | 49.0% | 3.7% |
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 TA3 7SL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 76% 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 | 16.9% | 17% | 0.1% | 37.9% | -20.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 76.4% | 76% | -0.4% | 44.2% | 31.8% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.1% | 1.9% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 2.2% | 2% | -0.2% | 9.1% | -7.1% |
| Widowed | 3.4% | 3% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87.2%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 53.5% | 49.6% | -3.9% | 48.4% | 1.2% |
| Good health | 37.7% | 37.6% | -0.1% | 33.6% | 4.0% |
| Fair health | 7% | 8.5% | 1.5% | 12.7% | -4.2% |
| Bad health | 0% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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.
In the area around TA3 7SL this area, 6.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 57.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.5% | 6.9% | -6.6% | 18.2% | -11.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.2% | 4% | -7.2% | 9.6% | -5.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18% | 14.9% | -3.1% | 13.4% | 1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 4% | 0.6% | 5.3% | -1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.7% | 11.9% | 5.2% | 16.9% | -5.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 47.2% | 57.4% | 10.2% | 33.8% | 23.6% |
| Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.8% | -1.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 1.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% | 2.5% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 95.6% | 97.4% | 1.8% | 81.4% | 16.0% |
In this area, 91.2% 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 | 95.6% | 91.2% | -4.4% | 83.2% | 8.0% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Africa | 2.6% | 2.6% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 4.4% | 4.4% | 1.3% | 3.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.6% | 91.2% | -4.4% | 83.2% | 8.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7% | 7.0% | 9.8% | -2.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.6% | 76.7% | 11.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.8% | 0.2% | 1.6% |
| Central and South America | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 7.9% | 13.5% | -5.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.6% | 37.2% | 1.4% |
| Christian | 61.4% | 46.2% | 15.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around TA3 7SL was 64.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 24.0% lower than the Blackdown & Neroche average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
TA3 7SL has the 42nd highest crime rate of 118 local areas in Blackdown & Neroche and the 703rd highest crime rate of 1,848 local areas in Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 32.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 50.0%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brookfield House, Taunton, Somerset Other, an established residential building | £1,300,000 | 2024-04-10 | £1,316,631 |
| Underwood, Taunton, Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2023-02-28 | £295,477 |
| Brook Lodge, Taunton, Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £587,000 | 2023-01-20 | £575,260 |
| The Pines, Taunton, Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £950,000 | 2022-02-28 | £1,003,233 |
| Glen Garry, Taunton, Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £775,000 | 2021-12-08 | £841,085 |
TA3 7SL area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 13% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
TA3 7SL 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in TA3 7SL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 39% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 39 |
| Full-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Part-Time Employee | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Education | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Other | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Buckland Primary School West Buckland , TA21 9LD | 3out of 4 | 4,415 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Trull Church of England VA Primary School Church Road , Trull TA3 7JZ | 4out of 4 | 4,439 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fusion College Manleys Farm , West Buckland TA21 9LQ | - not rated | 4,837 yd | Other independent special school | No | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 93.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 6.9% |
| Median download speed | 30 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 30 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 47.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 47.6 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 5.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 13.19 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.