taunton TA14 Postcodes
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Taunton (TA14)
The TA14 postcode area is located in the Taunton postcode town region, within the county of Somerset, and contains a total of 107 individual postcodes.
There are 5 electoral wards in the TA14 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, 23% of people in TA14 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 TA14 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.
TA14 is a postcode district in the Taunton,Somerset county in England, United Kingdom. The letter T is used to symbolize the Taunton area, and the first digit '1' indicates that it belongs to the South West region of the UK. It covers the majority of East Taunton,the Bradley Stoke and East Taunton areas, and parts of nearby villages including Trull, Bishops Hull, Norton Fitzwarren, Holway, Norton Fitzwarren, Obridge and Rimpton. The postcode was introduced in May 2010 as part of the postcode address file reallocation programme.
The TA14 postcode district has an approximate population of 14,271 and it has an approximate total area of 14.44 km². It is situated in a gently sloping valley, on the edge of the Sedgemoor Levels and surrounded by picturesque scenery, laidback villages and friendly locals. It is approximately 6 miles north-west of the centre of Taunton and it is connected to the town by the A38 and A39 trunk roads, and to other destinations by the West Country way.
The postcode district includes several residential areas including East Taunton, Bishops Hull, Holway, Trull, Norton Fitzwarren and Obridge. It is bordered by other postcode districts including TA1, TA2 and TA3 in the north, TA5 in the east, TA4 in the south and TA9 in the west.
Businesses and services in TA14 are supported by their local town and city councils, with a focus on economic growth, employment, education and training, and other facilities. The District Council of Taunton Deane has responsibility for a range of local services in the area, such as parks and green spaces, leisure centres, libraries, leisure centres and sports clubs. The National Health Service (NHS) also has a major presence in the area, with services including GP surgeries, clinical practitioners, hospitals, mental health services and dentists. In addition, there are several schools and colleges in TA14, including Taunton Academy, Holy Trinity Church School, Taunton Pre-School, Widbrook Primary School and Kingsmead School.
Shopping is provided in various independent stores, as well as by the larger supermarkets, supermarkets, and high-street stores in Taunton town centre. Restaurants, eateries and pubs are also available in the postcode district, particularly in East Taunton. The National Trust also has its Kingston Lacy property nearby, which is a Grade I listed building and estates with various activities and attractions. The postcode district is also linked to the Bridgwater and Taunton Canal, providing a range of recreational activities.
Demographics
UNEMPLOYMENT
- 93%WORKING
- 7%UNEMPLOYED
7% of people in TA14 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
TA14 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 | TA14 |
Postal Town | Taunton |
MSOA Name | South Somerset 017 |
LSOA Name | South Somerset 017C |
County | Somerset |
Region | Somerset |
Country | England |
Local Authority | South Somerset |
Area Classification | Largely Rural (rural including hub towns 50-79%) |
TA14 Electoral Wards
The postal region of TA14, 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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Wednesday, March 13, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 23% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.