Townsend is in Williton, Taunton and in Somerset district. TA4 4SZ is located in the Watchet & Stogursey electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bridgwater and West Somerset. This postcode has been in use since 1990-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Townsend, Williton, Taunton, TA4 4SZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TA4 4QR, TA4 4TF, TA4 4TE, TA4 4RB, TA4 4TG, TA4 4QY, TA4 4SU, TA4 4SS, TA4 4RH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding TA4 4SZ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.4% 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 | 55% | 54.4% | -0.6% | 51.0% | 3.4% |
| Male | 45% | 45.6% | 0.6% | 49.0% | -3.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 36.5% | 40.6% | 4.1% | 37.9% | 2.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.6% | 36.6% | -1.0% | 44.2% | -7.6% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 4% | 1.9% | 2.2% | 1.8% |
| Divorced | 15.9% | 12.4% | -3.5% | 9.1% | 3.3% |
| Widowed | 7.9% | 6.4% | -1.5% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
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 | 40.9% | 45.4% | 4.5% | 48.4% | -3.0% |
| Good health | 34.3% | 31.7% | -2.6% | 33.6% | -1.9% |
| Fair health | 18.6% | 13% | -5.6% | 12.7% | 0.3% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 7.6% | 3.5% | 4.0% | 3.6% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 2.3% | 0.2% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
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 4SZ this area, 28.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 10.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.7% | 28.8% | -1.9% | 18.2% | 10.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19% | 16.6% | -2.4% | 9.6% | 7.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.5% | 17.1% | -1.4% | 13.4% | 3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 8.3% | 5.1% | 5.3% | 3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.7% | 16.6% | 3.9% | 16.9% | -0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.1% | 10.7% | 0.6% | 33.8% | -23.1% |
| Other | 5.8% | 2% | -3.8% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| White | 100% | 99.6% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
In this area, 100% 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 | 99.6% | 100% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 16.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.3% | 100% | 1.7% | 83.2% | 16.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 64.5% | 76.7% | -12.2% |
| No passport held | 35.5% | 13.5% | 22.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 57.3% | 37.2% | 20.1% |
| Christian | 37% | 46.2% | -9.2% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Townsend was 300.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 264.2% higher than the Dunster average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Townsend has the 3rd highest crime rate of 53 local areas in Dunster and the 85th highest crime rate of 1,848 local areas in Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 124.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 46.7%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 83% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 76 Townsend, Taunton, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2024-08-22 | £260,611 |
| 78 Townsend, Taunton, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2024-07-30 | £264,443 |
| 66 Townsend, Taunton, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £73,500 | 2002-07-26 | £195,806 |
| 84 Townsend, Taunton, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £39,000 | 1997-03-03 | £207,794 |
TA4 4SZ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 57 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Education | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter's Church of England First School Doniford Road , Williton TA4 4SF | 3out of 4 | 612 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Knights Templar Community Church School & Nursery Liddymore Road , TA23 0EX | 3out of 4 | 1,728 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Old Cleeve CofE School, Washford Washford , TA23 0PB | 4out of 4 | 3,667 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stogumber CofE Primary School Station Road , Stogumber TA4 3TQ | 3out of 4 | 4,954 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Danesfield Church of England Voluntary Controlled Community Middle School North Road , Williton TA4 4SW | 2out of 4 | 741 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Refreshment Room | Railway Premises, Station Road | 405 yd | |
| Avenue 39 | 4 Fore Street, Williton | 611 yd | |
| Bengal Spice | 7 Fore Street, Williton | 611 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Railway Inn | 55 Long Street, Williton | 154 yd | |
| Wyndham Arms | 10 High Street, Williton | 599 yd | |
| The Masons Arms | 2 North Road, Williton | 676 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| John's Chip Shop and Giovannis Pizza | 1 Long Street, Williton | 485 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Stores | 27 Fore Street, Williton | 611 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Williton Memorial Ground ROBERT STREET | grass pitches | 380 yd |
| Danesfield Church Of England Vc Community Middle School North Road | grass pitches | 865 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 | 49 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 45.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 72.06 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 72.06 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.