Wiveliscombe & Milverton
Somerset West and Taunton 013 · 3 sub-areas · 5,954 residents
Somerset West and Taunton 013 is a quiet, largely owner-occupied neighbourhood within Somerset, home to around 5,954 people and noticeably older in age profile than most of the county. A typical two-bedroom home lets for about £880 a month — well below the UK median for a 2-bed — though rents here are estimated, scaled from county-level data using local sale prices.
Wiveliscombe & Milverton is a green, lower-density part of Somerset — parks within walking distance of most addresses, a slower weekday rhythm, and a population skewed toward longer-tenure households rather than transient renters. The population skews older, with a long-settled feel and a high share of retirees; most homes are owner-occupied, so turnover is low and many residents have been here a long time.
Overview
What's it like to live in Wiveliscombe & Milverton?
Greenspace is on the doorstep — a park or playing field is within walking distance of most homes; there's effectively nothing within walking distance — eating out, drinking and shopping mean a drive; The streets feel safe by national standards — police-recorded crime is well below the country-wide median; Transport links are limited — a car or e-bike is a practical assumption for most regular trips; rents are roughly in line with the national norm, at around £980 a month for a typical home; broadband infrastructure is patchy — worth checking the specific postcode.
Generated from the latest May 2026 data · refreshed automatically
Figures are aggregated across 3 sub-areas — population-weighted means for rates, sums for counts. Sources cited beneath each section.
Wiveliscombe & Milverton in Somerset
Living in Wiveliscombe & Milverton
This part of Somerset sits at the calmer, more settled end of the local housing market. Over seven in ten residents own their homes, and the age profile reflects that — more than a quarter of the population is over 65, and nearly as many again are in the 50–64 bracket. It's the kind of neighbourhood where people tend to stay put rather than cycle through.
Rents are low by any national standard. At around £880 a month for a two-bedroom place, you're paying well below the UK median of roughly £1,200 for the same size — and you're getting detached and semi-detached homes with gardens rather than city-centre flats. The trade-off is that a median property here costs around £376,000, so the deposit ladder takes about six years of saving to climb at typical local incomes.
The demographic picture is one of settled, working-age and retired owner-occupiers. Around 39% of residents hold a degree-level qualification, slightly above average for the wider South West. The local economy leans on health, public sector, and similar service industries rather than tech or finance. With a median resident salary of around £30,000 a year and rent taking up just over half of take-home pay at the median, affordability is genuinely better here than in most of England — though it's still a stretch for younger renters on lower incomes.
Car ownership is the default: over half of residents drive to work, and public transport accounts for under 1% of commutes. The nearest mainline rail station is roughly 12 km away in straight-line terms — about a 25-minute walk at a steady pace, or more practically a short drive. For day-to-day errands, around 58% of residents are within a walkable distance of green space. See the streets and sub-areas below for more detail on specific pockets within this neighbourhood.
What you'll need on day one
Compare Wiveliscombe & Milverton with
Frequently asked
- Is Somerset West and Taunton 013 a nice place to live?
- It's a quiet, settled neighbourhood with low crime and affordable rents by national standards. The trade-off is limited public transport and fewer highly-rated schools nearby. It suits people who drive, work from home, and aren't reliant on urban amenities — particularly those looking for owner-occupied family homes at prices well below the southern England average.
- What is the rent in Somerset West and Taunton 013?
- Estimated rents run around £670 a month for a one-bedroom, £880 for a two-bedroom, and £1,090 for a three-bedroom. These are estimates scaled from county-level data using local sale prices. All figures sit noticeably below UK median rents for the same bedroom sizes.
- Is Somerset West and Taunton 013 safe?
- Yes — recorded crime here runs at around 35 incidents per 1,000 residents a year, well under half the UK national rate of roughly 80 per 1,000. It's one of the lower-crime areas in Somerset, which itself is quieter than most English counties.
- What's the commute from Somerset West and Taunton 013 to Taunton centre?
- Most residents drive — over half commute by car, and public transport accounts for under 1% of journeys. The nearest mainline rail station is roughly 12 km away. Almost 35% of residents work from home, which is unusually high and reflects both the rural character and the distance from major employment hubs.
- Who lives in Somerset West and Taunton 013?
- Predominantly older, owner-occupied households. Over half the population is aged 50 or above, and more than 72% own their home. Around 39% hold a degree-level qualification. It's one of the more demographically settled and homogeneous neighbourhoods in Somerset, with a low proportion of private renters and very low population turnover.
- What schools are near Somerset West and Taunton 013?
- There are four schools within typical catchment distance, but only around 15% are rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted — well below the national average of roughly 89%. The nearest Outstanding school is approximately 13 km away. Families prioritising school ratings may want to factor in the commute or check the latest Ofsted reports carefully before choosing this area.
- How good is broadband in Somerset West and Taunton 013?
- Gigabit broadband coverage is currently recorded at 0% for this neighbourhood, which is a notable gap given that nearly 35% of residents work from home. Standard broadband coverage appears adequate — no properties are recorded below the universal service obligation — but home workers should check individual provider availability for their specific address before moving.