Cole Close is in Cotford St Luke, Taunton and in Somerset district. TA4 1QJ is located in the Lydeard electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Taunton Deane. This postcode has been in use since 2003-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cole Close, Cotford St Luke, Taunton, TA4 1QJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TA4 1NZ, TA4 1NU, TA4 1PE, TA4 1PD, TA4 1PB, TA4 1QW, TA4 1NT, TA4 1NY, TA4 1JG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding TA4 1QJ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.7% 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 | 52.4% | 55.7% | 3.3% | 51.0% | 4.7% |
| Male | 47.6% | 44.3% | -3.3% | 49.0% | -4.7% |
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 TA4 1QJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.3% 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 | 21% | 29.5% | 8.5% | 37.9% | -8.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.6% | 51.3% | -4.3% | 44.2% | 7.1% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 15.4% | 10.3% | -5.1% | 9.1% | 1.2% |
| Widowed | 6.8% | 7.7% | 0.9% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (88.7%) 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 | 55.2% | 61.9% | 6.7% | 48.4% | 13.5% |
| Good health | 34.8% | 26.8% | -8.0% | 33.6% | -6.8% |
| Fair health | 8.1% | 8.2% | 0.1% | 12.7% | -4.5% |
| Bad health | 1.4% | 1.5% | 0.1% | 4.0% | -2.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 1.5% | 1.0% | 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 TA4 1QJ this area, 7.1% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11.1% | 7.1% | -4.0% | 18.2% | -11.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.3% | 11.5% | -5.8% | 9.6% | 1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.6% | 16.7% | -4.9% | 13.4% | 3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.8% | 5.1% | -1.7% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.5% | 23.1% | 12.6% | 16.9% | 6.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.9% | 32.1% | 1.2% | 33.8% | -1.7% |
| Other | 1.9% | 4.5% | 2.6% | 2.8% | 1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| White | 99% | 99% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 17.6% |
In this area, 93.3% 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 | 92.4% | 93.3% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| European Union | 3.3% | 5.7% | 2.4% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 0.5% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.9% | 93.3% | 1.4% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.6% | 3.6% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.8% | 3.1% | -1.7% | 1.9% | 1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.5% | 76.7% | 10.8% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| France | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 8.9% | 13.5% | -4.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55.7% | 37.2% | 18.5% |
| Christian | 36.6% | 46.2% | -9.6% |
| Other religion | 3.1% | 0.6% | 2.5% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cole Close was 138.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 143.9% higher than the Lydeard average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cole Close has the 3rd highest crime rate of 25 local areas in Lydeard and the 303rd highest crime rate of 1,848 local areas in Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 87.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -22.4%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Burge Farm Cole Close, Taunton, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2015-03-27 | £663,527 |
| Little Owl Barn Cole Close, Taunton, Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2004-08-12 | £565,045 |
| Little Owl Barn Cole Close, Taunton, Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2002-10-25 | £312,528 |
TA4 1QJ 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 | 53 |
| Retired | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Education | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cotford St Luke Primary School Bethell Mead , Cotford St Luke TA4 1HZ | 3out of 4 | 716 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishops Lydeard Church School Mount Street , Bishops Lydeard TA4 3AN | 2out of 4 | 2,174 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oake, Bradford and Nynehead VC Primary Oake , TA4 1AZ | 3out of 4 | 2,626 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Norton Fitzwarren Church School Blackdown View , Norton Fitzwarren TA2 6TB | 3out of 4 | 3,899 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Staplegrove Church School Hudson Way , Staplegrove TA2 6UP | 3out of 4 | 5,267 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hub Cafe, St Lukes Centre | St Lukes Community Centre, Rogers Walk | 467 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Chapel | 1 Graham Way | 493 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cotford St Luke Playing Field GRAHAM WAY | grass pitches, tennis courts | 700 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.