Area Guide – Taunton (TA)

Living in Taunton (TA)

Crime levels in Taunton (TA) are around the England average, several well-rated schools nearby, local rail access nearby, some parts of the area may fall within moderate flood-risk zones — street-level conditions vary. Air quality is broadly good, though conditions may vary by street.

At a glance

Quick answers about living in Taunton (TA)

Is Taunton (TA) a good place to live?

Taunton (TA) has crime levels close to the England average, several well-rated schools nearby and local rail access.

Are there good schools in Taunton (TA)?

Yes. 30 schools within 2 mi — 1 Outstanding, 13 Good (Ofsted).

What should buyers or renters check street by street in Taunton (TA)?

Flood risk, train noise and air quality can vary by street, so these should be checked using the relevant maps and local tools before choosing a property.

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shield Crime Around England average (75 vs 81 per 1,000)

school Schools 30 schools within 2 mi — 1 Outstanding, 13 Good (Ofsted)

**About Ofsted inspection information:** Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying newer Ofsted report cards will be added to school summary pages in a future update.
School	Type	Ofsted	Distance
St John's CofE Primary School	Primary	Not rated	0.2 mi
St George's Catholic School	Primary	Good	0.3 mi
North Town Community Primary School	Primary	Not rated	0.4 mi
North Town Academy	Primary	Good	0.4 mi
Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School	Primary	Good	0.4 mi
Holy Trinity CofE VA Primary School	Primary	Not rated	0.4 mi
Archbishop Cranmer Church of England Community Primary School	Primary	Not rated	0.5 mi
St James Church School	Primary	Not rated	0.5 mi
Parkfield Primary School	Primary	Good	0.5 mi
The Castle School	Secondary	Outstanding	0.7 mi
Richard Huish College	16 plus	Not rated	0.7 mi
Somerset College of Arts and Technology	16 plus	Not rated	0.7 mi
St Andrew's Church School	Primary	Not rated	0.7 mi
St Andrew's Church of England Primary School	Primary	Not rated	0.7 mi
Bishop Fox's Community School	Secondary	Not rated	0.8 mi
Bishop Fox's School	Secondary	Good	0.8 mi
Priorswood Primary School	Primary	Good	0.9 mi
Holway Infants' School	Primary	Not rated	0.9 mi
Bishop Henderson Church of England Primary School, Taunton	Primary	Good	0.9 mi
Holway Community Junior School	Primary	Not rated	1.0 mi
The St Augustine of Canterbury School	Secondary	Not rated	1.0 mi
Holway Park Community Primary School	Primary	Good	1.0 mi
Halcon Community Primary School	Primary	Not rated	1.1 mi
Minerva Primary School	Primary	Requires Improvement	1.2 mi
Blackbrook Primary School	Primary	Good	1.2 mi
Bishops Hull Primary School	Primary	Good	1.3 mi
Wellsprings Primary School	Primary	Good	1.3 mi
Staplegrove CofE Primary School	Primary	Not rated	1.4 mi
Staplegrove Church School	Primary	Good	1.4 mi
Lyngford Park Primary School	Primary	Good	1.5 mi

directions_railway Transport Rail access via Taunton Rail Station

Station	Distance
Taunton Rail Station	0.6 mi

water Flood risk Flood risk varies across the area — some locations may fall within moderate-risk flood zones

volume_up Train noise Railway noise may affect streets closer to rail lines — use the noise map to check specific locations

air Air quality Good air quality (PM2.5: 5.7 µg/m³) — conditions vary by street

local_hospital Healthcare 23 GP surgeries within 2 miles, with A&E hospitals within easy reach

Name	Type	Distance
BOOTS	GP Surgery	0.1 mi
ST JAMES MEDICAL CENTRE	GP Surgery	0.2 mi
TAUNTON CENTRAL PCN HUB	GP Surgery	0.5 mi
FRENCH WEIR HEALTH CENTRE	GP Surgery	0.5 mi
VICTORIA GATE SURGERY	GP Surgery	0.5 mi
BANES DOCTORS URGENT CARE (BATH)	GP Surgery	0.6 mi
KINGS COLLEGE SANATORIUM	GP Surgery	0.6 mi
SOMERSET BOWEL CANCER SCREENING CENTRE	GP Surgery	0.8 mi
TAUNTON VALE HEALTHCARE - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE	GP Surgery	1.0 mi
TAUNTON VALE HEALTHCARE	GP Surgery	1.0 mi
TAUNTON VALE HEALTHCARE - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE 2	GP Surgery	1.0 mi
COLLEGE WAY SURGERY - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE	GP Surgery	1.0 mi
COLLEGE WAY SURGERY	GP Surgery	1.0 mi
COLLEGE WAY SURGERY - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE 2	GP Surgery	1.0 mi
ST MARGARET'S HOSPICE	GP Surgery	1.0 mi
EATING DISORDERS SERVICE	GP Surgery	1.2 mi
WARWICK VASECTOMY CLINIC	GP Surgery	1.2 mi
WARWICK HOUSE MEDICAL PRACTICE	GP Surgery	1.2 mi
VASECTOMY CLINIC	GP Surgery	1.2 mi
CROWN MEDICAL CENTRE	GP Surgery	1.4 mi
HUC - SOMERSET IUC OOH	GP Surgery	1.5 mi
LYNGFORD PARK	GP Surgery	1.6 mi
TONE VALLEY PCN HUB	GP Surgery	1.6 mi
MUSGROVE PARK HOSPITAL	A&E Hospital	0.8 mi