Rotton Row is in Wiveliscombe, Taunton and in Somerset district. TA4 2NB is located in the Upper Tone electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Taunton Deane. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Rotton Row, Wiveliscombe, Taunton, TA4 2NB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TA4 2NA, TA4 2LP, TA4 2LZ, TA4 2LR, TA4 2DU, TA4 2LT, TA4 2JX, TA4 2PE, TA4 2YA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding TA4 2NB, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.7% 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 | 53.6% | 52.7% | -0.9% | 51.0% | 1.7% |
| Male | 46.4% | 47.3% | 0.9% | 49.0% | -1.7% |
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 2NB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 64.1% 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 | 23.1% | 19% | -4.1% | 37.9% | -18.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61% | 64.1% | 3.1% | 44.2% | 19.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 1.5% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 6.4% | 6.6% | 0.2% | 9.1% | -2.5% |
| Widowed | 8% | 8.1% | 0.1% | 6.1% | 2.0% |
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 | 41.3% | 45.4% | 4.1% | 48.4% | -3.0% |
| Good health | 37.5% | 35.3% | -2.2% | 33.6% | 1.7% |
| Fair health | 17.1% | 14.5% | -2.6% | 12.7% | 1.8% |
| Bad health | 2.4% | 4.1% | 1.7% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 0.6% | -1.1% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 | 18.3% | 14.6% | -3.7% | 18.2% | -3.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.4% | 8% | -2.4% | 9.6% | -1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.7% | 17.5% | -1.2% | 13.4% | 4.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2% | 5.1% | 3.1% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 15% | 4.2% | 16.9% | -1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 36.3% | 38.7% | 2.4% | 33.8% | 4.9% |
| Other | 3.6% | 1.1% | -2.5% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.1% 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% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.3% | 99.1% | -0.2% | 81.4% | 17.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
In this area, 96.8% 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 | 95.2% | 96.8% | 1.6% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| European Union | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 1% | 0.9% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.9% | 97.2% | 2.3% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 0.3% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.5% | 76.7% | 10.8% |
| No passport held | 12.5% | 13.5% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.7% | 37.2% | 3.5% |
| Christian | 54.9% | 46.2% | 8.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 2.5% | 6.0% | -3.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rotton Row was 33.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 2.6% lower than the Upper Tone average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Rotton Row has the 6th highest crime rate of 18 local areas in Upper Tone and the 628th lowest crime rate of 1,848 local areas in Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 31.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 53% 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 Rotton Row, Taunton, Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2024-03-04 | £163,037 |
| Greedys Cottage, 3 Rotton Row, Taunton, Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2023-03-06 | £355,363 |
| 5 Rotton Row, Taunton, Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2019-02-08 | £172,925 |
| 5 Rotton Row, Taunton, Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2016-01-08 | £180,859 |
| 5 Rotton Row, Taunton, Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £114,500 | 2010-06-25 | £184,163 |
TA4 2NB area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 10% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% 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.
TA4 2NB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 TA4 2NB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 103 |
| Full-Time Employee | 65 |
| Self-Employed | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 36 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Other | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wiveliscombe Primary School North Street , Wiveliscombe TA4 2LA | 3out of 4 | 472 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Milverton Community Primary School and Pre-School Milverton , TA4 1JP | 3out of 4 | 4,696 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsmead Academy Wiveliscombe , TA4 2NE | 3out of 4 | 293 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wiveliscombe Rugby Football Club | Wiveliscombe RFC, The Recreation Ground | 164 yd | |
| Taste of Spice | 3 Silver Street | 236 yd | |
| Whelans Cafe | 11 The Square | 236 yd | |
| The Hub Centre | Hartswell, South Street | 257 yd | |
| Wivey Kitchen | 8-10 North Street | 287 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bear Inn | Bear Inn, 10 North Street | 298 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kingfisher Chippy | 17 Church Street | 91 yd | |
| Golden Ocean | 8 High Street | 161 yd | |
| Phoenix Kitchen | 1 North Street | 298 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Food | 9 The Square | 236 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kingsmead School HARTSWELL | tennis courts | 207 yd |
| Wiveliscombe War Memorial Recreation Ground 6 ABBOTSFIELD COTTAGES 6 ABBOTSFIELD COTTAGES WEST ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool, tennis courts | 484 yd |
| Wiveliscombe Primary School NORTH STREET | grass pitches | 580 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 | 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 | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 59.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 62.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.