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260HOUSEHOLDS
2.1%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£36,400AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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TA17 POSTCODE REGION

Taunton (TA17)

The TA17 postcode area is located in the Taunton postcode town region, within the county of Somerset, and contains a total of 36 individual postcodes.

There are 7 electoral wards in the TA17 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, 28% of people in TA17 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 TA17 are wealthier - or higher class - than average, but it can be an indication that the area may be prospering and desirable to live in.


TA17 is a postcode district located in the Taunton district of Somerset, England. It covers the mainly rural area around the settlements of South Petherton, Milborne Port, and Long Sutton. It is approximately 4 miles east of Taunton and is roughly 19 miles from both Yeovil and Bridgwater.

The area around TA17 consists mostly of small villages, with small hamlets such as Barrington, Chillington, and Martock being located in the postcode district. The area is predominantly rural, with mainly agricultural land. The soil around TA17 is mainly loamy and chalky, though clay-over-gravel can be found in some places.

Within the TA17 postcode district there are a range of amenities and services available to residents and visitors; some of the more popular attractions include the Museum of Somerset, and Lytes Cary Manor. Retail services are available at the town of South Petherton, which has a range of independent shops and smaller branches of national chains. There is also a selection of pubs and restaurants, including some gastropubs offering local produce.

The TA17 postcode district is served by a range of transport links. The Roman Road, which runs from Yeovil to Taunton, passes through the area, providing direct access to the two towns. Several local bus services offer access to nearby towns and villages. There is a railway station located 3 miles away in Taunton, and the Bristol Airport is an hour's drive away. The M5 motorway, which connects South West England to South Wales, is also conveniently located nearby.

Education in the TA17 postcode district is provided by three primary schools: St Mary's Primary School, Milborne Port Primary School, and Fivehead Primary School. There is also a secondary school, Huish Episcopi Academy, located in the town of Langport. Further education is provided by Richard Huish College, which is located in nearby Taunton.

TheTA17 postcode district offers a range of rural attractions within easy access of major towns and cities, providing visitors and locals alike a great area to explore. With a range of amenities, services, and transport links available, it is an ideal place to live or visit.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 95%WORKING
  • 5%UNEMPLOYED

5% of people in TA17 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 28%AB
  • 55%C2/C2
  • 17%DE

According to census records, 28% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 96%WHITE
  • 4%NON-WHITE

96% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

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TA17Somerset

Somerset

The county of Somerset

TA17 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.

Somerset Postal Town Map
Outward CodeTA17
Postal TownTaunton
MSOA NameSouth Somerset 017
LSOA NameSouth Somerset 017B
CountySomerset
RegionSomerset
CountryEngland
Local AuthoritySouth Somerset
Area ClassificationLargely Rural (rural including hub towns 50-79%)

TA17 Electoral Wards

The postal region of TA17, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Allowenshay
Chillington
Dinnington
Hinton St George
Lopen
Lopen Head
Ludney
Seavington St Mary
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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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