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Bishop's Hull & Taunton West

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About

Bishop's Hull & Taunton West is a ward in Somerset, located on the western edge of Taunton. The area includes the village of Bishop's Hull, known for its historic church and rural charm, as well as suburban neighborhoods blending into the town. The ward features a mix of residential areas, green spaces, and local amenities, with easy access to Taunton’s town center. The River Tone flows through the area, adding natural appeal.

The ward is well-connected, with major roads like the A38 providing links to Exeter and Bristol. Schools, parks, and community facilities cater to families, while nearby countryside offers walking and cycling routes. Taunton West includes newer housing developments alongside older properties, reflecting gradual expansion. The area balances suburban convenience with proximity to Somerset’s rural landscapes.

Area overview

On average Bishop's Hull & Taunton West has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 180 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 12.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Bishop's Hull & Taunton West is £48,147 per year. There are 5 schools in Bishop's Hull & Taunton West: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 1 secondary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

7/10

Crimes per 1k residents

180

Deprivation level

5/10

Income level

6/10

Social housing

12.1%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Bishop's Hull & Taunton West Population

10,962

Population density

1,437.8 per km²

Demographics

British

9,194

83.87%

Other White

671

6.12%

Indian

291

2.65%

Other Asian

240

2.19%

Other

0.76%

Total population: 10,962

Housing

Owns outright

1,920

37.41%

Owns with a mortgage

1,260

24.55%

Private landlord or letting agency

1,069

20.83%

Other social rented

342

6.66%

Social rents from council

331

6.45%

Total households: 5,133

Property prices in Bishop's Hull & Taunton West

Based on 148 recent sales, the median property price is £280,000 in Bishop's Hull & Taunton West area, with individual transactions ranging from £80,000 up to £1,055,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	40	£490,000	£306,900	£375,000	£605,000	£751,750
Flats	35	£145,000	£85,650	£105,000	£187,000	£238,000
Semi-Detached	30	£280,000	£225,000	£256,250	£375,000	£415,925
Terraced	43	£270,000	£117,030	£225,000	£356,250	£447,000

10 years price trend in Bishop's Hull & Taunton West

All postcodes in Bishop's Hull & Taunton West

TA11TW

Taunton North Town

TA11XF

French Weir Avenue

TA11XL

Yarde Place

TA13LS

Taunton Wilton

TA14AB

Castle Street

TA14ER

Taunton Wilton

TA14SP

Inner Gullands

TA15AB

Netherclay

TA15ED

Netherclay

TA15JS

Stonegallows

TA41FL

Bishop's Hull & Norton Fitzwarren

TA19NX

Chip Lane

TA11BD

Albemarle Road

TA11JZ

Northfield Court

TA11LN

Mill Lane

TA11UY

Portland Street

TA14PP

Compass Rise

TA15DL

Galmington Road

TA15QZ

French Weir Avenue

TA15DA

Hoveland Lane

TA15EL

Farrant Close

TA19RR

Taunton North Town

TA15LF

Wellington Road

TA15LW

Mountway Lane

TA11UQ

Castle Green

TA11TL

Belvedere Road

TA11XQ

French Weir Avenue

TA14BP

St George's Place

TA19GS

Chip Lane

TA14RZ

Angela Close

TA14SJ

Amor Place

TA15BB

Manor Road

TA15BW

Henley Road

TA15EN

Farrant Close

TA19SZ

Belvedere Road

TA19XR

Killick Way

TA11BY

Chip Lane

TA11HN

Hammet Street

TA11EU

Longrun Lane

TA11EW

Richmond Green

TA11JQ

Taunton Wilton

TA13NA

Silver Street

TA13QE

Mount Street

TA13RX

Mount Street

TA15BY

Manor Orchard

TA15EZ

Wren Close

TA15NE

Ash Crescent

TA15NH

Galmington Road

TA19QQ

Taunton North Town

TA41EL

Bishop's Hull & Norton Fitzwarren

TA44WF

Chip Lane

TA19QG

Taunton North Town

TA11ES

Palmerston Road

TA11JR

St James Street

TA14DY

The Crescent

TA13NR

Mary Street

TA14BG

Castle Street

TA15AP

Henley Grove

TA15EQ

Shutewater Hill

TA15HL

Badgers Close

TA15LT

Mountway Road

TA15NN

Deane Drive

TA19NJ

Chip Lane

TA19PA

Chip Lane

TA41AD

Barr Lane

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/10/2025.

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