Postcode report
Is TA5 2AE a Good Area? Schools, Crime & Local Insights
About TA5 2AE: area rating, property, schools and local change
TA5 2AE is a postcode in North Petherton, Somerset, South West, England. This postcode area guide brings together crime, schools, demographics, property prices, planning applications, HMO licences and roadworks near TA5 2AE, then scores the surrounding small area 65/100 - top 27% nationally across 8 matched LocaleIQ domains.
The strongest signals around TA5 2AE are local prosperity and safety, while housing is the main area to examine before moving, renting or buying here. LocaleIQ uses these local signals as a practical area rating rather than a single raw statistic, so read the score alongside the detailed map layers and source records.
The demographic profile for TA5 2AE is based on Sedgemoor 007 Census 2021. It covers 7,130 residents, 67 people per square kilometre. The median age is around 52, helping show whether the area skews younger, family-sized or older. Housing tenure is 77% owner-occupied, 14% privately rented, 8% social rented, useful context for renters, buyers and landlords comparing the local property market. On the official England neighbourhood wellbeing index the area ranks in decile 5/10.
For property prices near TA5 2AE, LocaleIQ uses Land Registry sold-price evidence for the TA5 postcode district. The latest median sold price is £321k from 68 rolling sales, up 3.6% month-on-month. The Property tab separates flats, terraced, semi-detached and detached homes where enough sales exist.
Near TA5 2AE, LocaleIQ matches 1 kids club or activity, including sports (1). Closest examples include Mini Footy Football Classes (Astro Tots) – North Petherton (at North Petherton Community Centre, ages 19 months-3, 2.5 km). 1 with booking/provider links. Check the provider page before attending.
For safety, the Crime tab breaks down recorded crime near TA5 2AE by category and map position. Crime trend is flat or improving month on month. Use it with the LocaleIQ safety score because police data can lag and does not capture every local issue.
LocaleIQ checks available planning, HMO and roadworks feeds near TA5 2AE; no local change records are currently listed inside this report radius.
FAQ
Common questions about TA5 2AE
Is TA5 2AE a good area to live?
LocaleIQ scores the surrounding small area 65/100 (top 27% nationally). The report combines local records with wider official context, so use it as a decision aid rather than a single verdict.
What is crime like near TA5 2AE?
Crime trend is flat or improving month on month. Crime data can lag real events; check the Crime tab for source labels and proxy notes.
What kids clubs and activities are near TA5 2AE?
Near TA5 2AE, LocaleIQ matches 1 kids club or activity, including sports (1). Closest examples include Mini Footy Football Classes (Astro Tots) – North Petherton (at North Petherton Community Centre, ages 19 months-3, 2.5 km). 1 with booking/provider links. Check the provider page before attending.
What demographics are available for TA5 2AE?
LocaleIQ matched TA5 2AE to a Census 2021 geography. Figures describe the surrounding statistical area, not individual households.
What are typical property prices in TA5 2AE?
The latest median sold price is £321k based on 68 Land Registry sales. The Property tab breaks down by property type and shows the recent trend.
Is there much building or roadworks around TA5 2AE?
LocaleIQ checks available planning, HMO and roadworks feeds for this area, but no local records are currently listed in the report radius.