Hills Cottages is in Fitzhead, Taunton and in Somerset district. TA4 3JW 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 Hills Cottages, Fitzhead, Taunton, TA4 3JW 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. However, the area surrounding TA4 3JW, 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 | 50% | 52.6% | 2.6% | 51.0% | 1.6% |
| Male | 50% | 47.4% | -2.6% | 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 TA4 3JW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.2% 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 | 19.3% | 27.2% | 7.9% | 37.9% | -10.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.6% | 52.2% | -8.4% | 44.2% | 8.0% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 2.6% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 6.4% | 10.8% | 4.4% | 9.1% | 1.7% |
| Widowed | 11.5% | 7.3% | -4.2% | 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 | 53.4% | 48.7% | -4.7% | 48.4% | 0.3% |
| Good health | 31.4% | 34.4% | 3.0% | 33.6% | 0.8% |
| Fair health | 11% | 13.9% | 2.9% | 12.7% | 1.2% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 1.8% | -1.6% | 4.0% | -2.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 3JW this area, 8.2% 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 45.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11% | 8.2% | -2.8% | 18.2% | -10.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.2% | 10.4% | 1.2% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.8% | 15.2% | -3.6% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.5% | 4.3% | -1.2% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.9% | 14.7% | 2.8% | 16.9% | -2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 39% | 45.5% | 6.5% | 33.8% | 11.7% |
| Other | 4.6% | 1.7% | -2.9% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.8% 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 Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.6% | 97.8% | -1.8% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
In this area, 94.1% 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 | 95.5% | 94.1% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 2.2% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 1.5% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.1% | 93.8% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 3.3% | 2.5% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 2.9% | -1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.2% | 0.4% | -3.8% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86% | 76.7% | 9.3% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 12.1% | 13.5% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.4% | 37.2% | 6.2% |
| Christian | 53.7% | 46.2% | 7.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 2.6% | 6.0% | -3.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hills Cottages was 7.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 78.7% lower than the Upper Tone average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hills Cottages has the lowest crime rate of 18 local areas in Upper Tone and the 65th lowest crime rate of 1,848 local areas in Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 28.6%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Hills Cottages, Taunton, Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2021-05-11 | £486,573 |
| 5 Hills Cottages, Taunton, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2021-03-26 | £277,427 |
| 6 Hills Cottages, Taunton, Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2017-08-25 | £495,678 |
| 5 Hills Cottages, Taunton, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2015-12-04 | £252,866 |
| 6 Hills Cottages, Taunton, Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2012-08-17 | £228,882 |
TA4 3JW area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Less than 1% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 23% 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 3JW 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 TA4 3JW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 71 |
| Full-Time Employee | 53 |
| Self-Employed | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Education | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milverton Community Primary School and Pre-School Milverton , TA4 1JP | 3out of 4 | 3,202 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lydeard St Lawrence Community Primary School Lydeard St Lawrence , TA4 3SF | 3out of 4 | 4,130 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oake, Bradford and Nynehead VC Primary Oake , TA4 1AZ | 3out of 4 | 4,249 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cotford St Luke Primary School Bethell Mead , Cotford St Luke TA4 1HZ | 3out of 4 | 4,740 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishops Lydeard Church School Mount Street , Bishops Lydeard TA4 3AN | 2out of 4 | 4,809 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 4,933 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fitzhead Cricket Club KNAPP COTTAGE KNAPP COTTAGE | grass pitches | 569 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 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 100.0% |
| Median download speed | 3.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 3.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 5.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 5.5 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 0.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 0.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 0.96 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.