What home types are most common in Taunton North?

Housing mix: semi-detached 38.6%, terraced 29.2%.

How deprived is Taunton North?

Deprivation score 7/10 (rank 11953 of 32844 in country).

What's the Taunton North population and density?

Taunton North population is 10,497 with density 3095.5 per km².

What are house prices in Taunton North?

Based on 160 recent sales, the median price is £265,500.

How much social housing is near Taunton North?

About 29.5% across the Taunton North area.

How safe is Taunton North?

Crime level in Taunton North is high with about 116 crimes per 1,000 residents.

How many households are in Taunton North?

There are 4,618 households in Taunton North

What's the average income in Taunton North?

Average resident income is about £42,245 per year.

What are prices by property type in Taunton North?

Latest medians: Detached £350,000, Semi-detached £275,000, Terraced £238,000, Flats £124,250.

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Q: What schools in Taunton North and how are they rated?

There are 6 schools in Taunton North: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good)

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About

Taunton North ward is located in the northern part of Taunton, the county town of Somerset. The area includes residential neighborhoods such as Priorswood and parts of Galmington, with a mix of housing types from modern estates to older properties. It is bordered by the River Tone to the south and stretches toward the rural outskirts of the town. Local amenities include schools, parks, and shopping facilities, catering to the needs of residents.

The ward is served by major roads like the A38 and A358, providing connections to nearby areas and the M5 motorway. Taunton North has a mix of green spaces, including French Weir Park and Vivary Park, offering recreational opportunities. The area also features community centers and sports facilities, contributing to its local character. With a blend of urban and semi-rural elements, Taunton North maintains a balance between convenience and accessibility to Somerset’s countryside.

Area overview

On average Taunton North has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 116 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 29.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Taunton North is £42,245 per year. There are 6 schools in Taunton North: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

7/10

Crimes per 1k residents

116

Deprivation level

7/10

Income level

3/10

Social housing

29.5%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Taunton North Population

10,497

Population density

3,095.5 per km²

Demographics

British

9,227

87.92%

Other White

710

6.77%

Other Asian

0.9%

African

0.71%

Other

0.45%

Total population: 10,495

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

1,282

27.76%

Owns outright

1,212

26.25%

Social rents from council

1,016

22%

Private landlord or letting agency

660

14.29%

Other social rented

312

6.76%

Total households: 4,618

Property prices in Taunton North

Based on 160 recent sales, the median property price is £265,500 in Taunton North area, with individual transactions ranging from £105,000 up to £540,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	29	£350,000	£269,000	£320,000	£415,000	£535,200
Flats	11	£124,250	£105,000	£113,500	£136,500	£145,000
Semi-Detached	61	£275,000	£180,000	£231,100	£300,000	£330,000
Terraced	59	£238,000	£174,500	£212,500	£274,775	£313,800

10 years price trend in Taunton North

All postcodes in Taunton North

TA27HR

Woodland Road

TA27HU

Eastwick Road

TA27RP

Dorchester Road

TA28EB

Radlet Close

TA28EF

Fairfield Road

TA28PY

Barbers Mead

TA28SS

Taunton Rowbarton & Kingston

TA27HA

Lyngford Road

TA27HZ

Cory Road

TA28EG

Fairfield Road

TA28LZ

Taunton Rowbarton & Kingston

TA28PU

Hale Way

TA28RZ

Taunton Rowbarton & Kingston

TA28SQ

Fletcher Close

TA27DZ

Grange Drive

TA27EF

Grange Gardens

TA27JJ

St David's Close

TA27JL

Bodmin Road

TA27JQ

St Patrick's Road

TA28EE

Adcombe Road

TA28LY

Taunton Rowbarton & Kingston

TA27AR

Colin Road

TA27UD

Compton Close

TA28QH

Priorswood Road

TA11QP

Kingston Road

TA27AD

Wedlands

TA27AJ

Eastwick Avenue

TA27QU

Rydon Lane

TA28EU

Bircham Road

TA27LF

Dover Road

TA27LD

Ludlow Avenue

TA27QP

Ladymead Road

TA27RT

Slapes Close

TA27RZ

Taunton Pyrland & Priorswood

TA27TH

Massingham Park

TA27TN

Massingham Park

TA28ED

Radlet Close

TA28GE

Batt Drive

TA28HE

Blackdown Road

TA27EU

Lyngford Square

TA27PX

Lansdowne Road

TA27PZ

Obridge Crescent

TA27RD

Farm View

TA28DB

Venture Way

TA28ER

Bircham Road

TA28PS

Waterleaze

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail