TA3 encompasses Taunton's suburban areas with a trajectory score of 39.4/100, placing it in the average band and 5th percentile nationally. Over the past five years, property prices have grown at 2.0% compound annual rate, whilst rental yields have expanded at 3.3% annually. Population increased by 1.4% during this period, indicating modest demographic stability. The district remains in latent gentrification stage, suggesting limited structural transformation currently underway. These metrics reflect a market characterised by steady but subdued activity, with rental expansion outpacing capital appreciation. Local property investors should assess fundamentals against broader economic headwinds affecting provincial markets.
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- 1Property prices up 1.6% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 3.3% per year
- 3Population growing at 1.4% per year
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What's changing in Taunton · June 2026
5 planning applications submitted in TA3 over the last six months.
Taunton (TA3) common questions
Is Taunton up and coming?
Taunton (TA3) has a trajectory score of 39/100 (Average), placing it in the top 95% of postcode districts in England and Wales. The score is down 0.5 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 27/100 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 (TA3) is £279k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 1.6% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Taunton?
The median monthly rent in Taunton (TA3) is £921 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Taunton?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Seaton (EX12), Taunton (TA2), Chard (TA20), Ilminster (TA19), Wellington (TA21). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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