TA4 encompasses a peripheral area of Taunton with modest market dynamics. Five-year price growth stands at 1.6% compound annual rate, substantially below national averages, whilst rental growth of 4.6% annually outpaces capital appreciation. Population growth of 0.9% over the same period indicates limited demographic expansion. The district scores 41.7 out of 100 on trajectory metrics, placing it in the 10th percentile nationally, suggesting average performance relative to other UK postcodes. Currently in a latent gentrification stage, TA4 shows no immediate signs of accelerated development or investment activity. The divergence between rental and price growth may reflect demand patterns focused on tenant occupation rather than investor capital appreciation.
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- 1Property prices up 1.2% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 4.6% per year
- 3Population growing at 0.9% per year
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What's changing in Taunton · June 2026
The trajectory score moved down 0.3 points this month to 41/100, driven mainly by safety.
23 planning applications submitted in TA4 over the last six months.
Taunton (TA4) common questions
Is Taunton up and coming?
Taunton (TA4) has a trajectory score of 41/100 (Average), placing it in the top 90% of postcode districts in England and Wales. The score is up 1.4 points over the last 12 months. The score combines price momentum, demand, transformation, economy, safety and risk signals from public data, updated monthly.
Is Taunton safe?
Taunton has a safety score of 91/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Taunton?
The average property price in Taunton (TA4) is £279k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 1.2% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Taunton?
The median monthly rent in Taunton (TA4) is £864 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Taunton?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Wellington (TA21), Exmouth (EX8), Taunton (TA2), Watchet (TA23), Bridgwater (TA5). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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