2,660TOTAL POPULATION
1,294HOUSEHOLDS
3.4%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£32,240AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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TA22 POSTCODE REGION

Taunton (TA22)

The TA22 postcode area is located in the Taunton postcode town region, within the county of Somerset, and contains a total of 204 individual postcodes.

There are 29 electoral wards in the TA22 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 West Somerset Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 20% of people in TA22 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 TA22 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.


The TA22 postcode district in Taunton is a large geographical area forming part of the postal area of Taunton, Somerset in South West England. It is located approximately 160 miles from London and is a popular tourist destination due to its beautiful countryside, as well as its access to various facilities in the city. The district is divided into several different areas, including Wellington, Wiveliscombe, Langford Budville and Milverton.

Wellington is a large village, situated between Taunton and Exeter, which is well known for its good transport links. The village also houses numerous shops, restaurants and pubs, as well as a market and an indoor market every Wednesday. In nearby Wiveliscombe, one can find the Wiveliscombe and District Museum, which tells the story of the local area's history, and its importance as a centre for the wool trade.

Langford Budville is a small village located just outside of Wellington, and is popular with nature lovers for its easy access to the nearby Castlemoor Nature Reserve. In the village itself, visitors can find a small museum and two traditional pubs. In addition to this, there is also a well-known open-air theatre within the area, and a variety of other activities for the whole family.

Milverton is an attractive rural village in the heart of the TA22 postcode area, and although there are no major tourist attractions, it does offer rural living and an excellent primary school. The village also boasts a variety of independent shops, a post office, a butchers, a doctor's surgery and a pub.

The TA22 postcode area offers plenty of activities for locals and visitors alike, from outdoor exploring and enjoying nature at Castlemoor to shopping at the local markets in Wellington or browsing the museums in Wiveliscombe. Though the district is largely rural, there are a few nearby urban areas such as Taunton and Exeter, with easy access via public transport and major road networks. This provides a good balance between the natural beauty of the countryside and the convenience and facilities of urban living.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 93%WORKING
  • 7%UNEMPLOYED

7% of people in TA22 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 20%AB
  • 60%C2/C2
  • 20%DE

According to census records, 20% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 97%WHITE
  • 3%NON-WHITE

97% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

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TA22Somerset

Somerset

The county of Somerset

TA22 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 CodeTA22
Postal TownTaunton
MSOA NameWest Somerset 005
LSOA NameWest Somerset 005B
CountySomerset
RegionSomerset
CountryEngland
Local AuthorityWest Somerset
Area ClassificationMainly Rural (rural including hub towns >=80%)

TA22 Electoral Wards

The postal region of TA22, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Barle
Batherm
Battleton
Bottreaux Mill
Bridgetown
Brompton Regis
Brushford
Bury
Somerset
Coppleham
Dulverton
East Anstey
Exe
Exebridge
Exton
Gupworthy
Hartford
Hawkridge
Devon
Morebath
Oldways End
Skilgate
Upton
Waddicombe
West Anstey
West Howetown
Winsford
Withiel Florey
Withypool
Yeo Mill
Browse Postcodes in TA22

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Click on an outward postal code below for more information about the area. Each 'outward' postcode give you a comprehensive list of all postcodes within the outward code area (TA) and estimated address.

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'.

Your views ofTA22

AC, taunton

Friday, April 5, 2019

love Dulverton where we live good range of shops beautiful woods friendly people but no gas and would like more buses


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