taunton TA12 Postcodes
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Taunton (TA12)
The TA12 postcode area is located in the Taunton postcode town region, within the county of Somerset, and contains a total of 195 individual postcodes.
There are 25 electoral wards in the TA12 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, 24% of people in TA12 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 TA12 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.
The TA12 postcode district is located in the Taunton area of South West England and covers the villages of Bishops Lydeard, Staplegrove, Creech St. Michael, Ruishton, Trull, Angersleigh, Otterford, Pitney and Lyngford, as well as parts of Bradford on Tone and Norton Fitzwarren. It also stretches as far east as Nynehead, Taunton Racecourse and East and West Monkton. It has a population of around 12,000 people.
The area is mostly rural and the postcode includes the Blackdown Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with its rolling hills and stunning views. It's home to a variety of wildlife including buzzards, red kites, owls, foxes, badgers and a range of wildflowers, and there are several nature reserves, walking and cycling routes in the area.
The district itself has a number of amenities that support its local community. The Taunton Youth Centre provides a platform for young people to participate in a range of exciting activities, and Teapot Lane Pre-School provides a great start to education. There are a few independent shops and cafes in the area, plus a few large supermarkets for convenience.
The area has good transport links, with access to the M5 motorway and a direct trains to Bristol, Exeter, London, Bournemouth, Birmingham and Brighton. Locally, there are regular bus services to Taunton and Bridgwater.
The TA12 postcode has seen great economic growth over the past decade or so, with new developments, refurbishments and investment in the area – particularly near the M5 junction. This has seen new places to live, businesses and tourist attractions popping up as the district grows in size.
TA12 postcode is an ideal location for those who appreciate the outdoor lifestyle, but also benefit from convenient access to all the amenities and transport links that the wider area has to offer.
Demographics
UNEMPLOYMENT
- 93%WORKING
- 7%UNEMPLOYED
7% of people in TA12 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.
ETHNICITY
- 97%WHITE
- 3%NON-WHITE
97% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.
Somerset
TA12 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 | TA12 |
Postal Town | Taunton |
MSOA Name | South Somerset 009 |
LSOA Name | South Somerset 009D |
County | Somerset |
Region | Somerset |
Country | England |
Local Authority | South Somerset |
Area Classification | Largely Rural (rural including hub towns 50-79%) |
TA12 Electoral Wards
The postal region of TA12, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Saturday, March 9, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 24% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.