taunton TA10 Postcodes
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Taunton (TA10)
The TA10 postcode area is located in the Taunton postcode town region, within the county of Somerset, and contains a total of 506 individual postcodes.
There are 71 electoral wards in the TA10 postcode area, including Bridgwater, Burnham-On-Sea, Chard, Crewkerne, Dulverton, Highbridge, Hinton St George, Ilminster, Langport, Martock, Merriott, Minehead, Montacute, Somerton, South Petherton, Stoke-Sub-Hamdon, Taunton, Watchet, Wellington which come under the local authority of the South Somerset Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 27% of people in TA10 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.
This does not mean that the people of TA10 are wealthier - or higher class - than average, but it can be an indication that the area may be prospering and desirable to live in.
The TA10 postcode is a postcode in the Taunton district of Somerset, England.
The TA10 postcode covers a large area stretching from Corfe in the north to Combe Florey in the south and from Wrantage in the east to Hatch Beauchamp in the west. It also covers the villages of Kingston St Mary, West Bagborough, Winsford, Oake, Milverton, Lydeard St Lawrence, Staple Fitzpaine and Bratton Fleming.
The postcode district is served by two railway stations – Taunton Railway Station to the south and Castle Cary Railway Station to the north. The region is also served by two motorways which make it easily accessible – the M5 motorway and the A303.
The area is very rural, with some beautiful countryside and plenty of things to do and see. There are a number of National Trust properties in close proximity, such as Fyne Court, Ugbrooke House and Knightshayes Court. There are plenty of cycle and walking routes to explore through stunning woodland and farms.
The area is home to some fantastic local independent businesses, as well as an array of cafés, pubs and restaurants. This includes the Michelin-starred pub, The Pony and Trap. There is a weekly market in Taunton where you can buy local produce and locally-made items, as well as a selection of outdoor activities to do, including the popular Great Western Railway (GWR) or the West Somerset Railway.
The TA10 postcode has a number of primary and secondary schools which are all rated “Outstanding” or “Good” by Ofsted. It also has a university, the University of Exeter in Taunton Campus, which offers a range of degree courses from undergraduate to postgraduate levels.
The TA10 postcode has a range of property options, including bungalows, modern family homes and traditional cottages. Property prices in the TA10 postcode are affordable compared to other areas of the country, and the area has seen a steady rise in house prices in the last few years.
The area is often seen as an ideal place to live or retire with beautiful villages to explore, countryside and nature to appreciate, and easy access to the towns of Taunton and Exeter.
Demographics
UNEMPLOYMENT
- 92%WORKING
- 8%UNEMPLOYED
8% of people in TA10 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.
ETHNICITY
- 96%WHITE
- 4%NON-WHITE
96% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.
Somerset
TA10 is located in the county of Somerset, in England.
Somerset has a total population of 948,900, making it the 22nd largest county in the UK.
Somerset has a total area of 1610 square miles, and a population density of 227 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.
Outward Code | TA10 |
Postal Town | Taunton |
MSOA Name | South Somerset 007 |
LSOA Name | South Somerset 007A |
County | Somerset |
Region | Somerset |
Country | England |
Local Authority | South Somerset |
Area Classification | Largely Rural (rural including hub towns 50-79%) |
TA10 Electoral Wards
The postal region of TA10, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Click on an 'outward' code for more information. For example, the outward postcode page 'EC2M' will give you an alphabetical list covering all postcodes located in the region, from 'EC2M 1BB' through to 'EC2M 7YA'.
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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 27% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.