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Area guide

TA16 area guide — property prices & local market

Everything you need to know about buying property in the TA16 postcode area, covering Merriott and surrounding areas. All price data sourced from HM Land Registry — updated July 2026.

TA16 area price snapshot

Average price

£206,325

Median price

£178,500

5-year trend

+20.9%

Total sales

1,110

The TA16 area has 52 individual postcodes with 1,110 registered sales. Prices are +48.0% below the national average, with the largest concentration in Merriott. The five-year price movement is +20.9%.

Market context

With an average of £206,325, TA16 is a mid-range area, +48.0% below the national average. Mid-range areas typically offer a broad selection of property types for first-time buyers and second-steppers. The dataset includes 1,110 recorded sales across 52 postcodes.

The five-year price trend in TA16 is +20.9%, significantly outpacing many other areas. This level of growth may reflect improving local amenities, transport links or broader regeneration.

Buying tips for TA16

  • 🏠Consider property type mix. Mid-range areas typically have a diverse housing stock. Use the street and postcode pages to find the property type that fits your budget.
  • 📈Look for growth potential. The 5-year price trend on this page shows how TA16 has performed. Compare it with nearby areas using the location comparison tool.
  • 🧮Factor in Stamp Duty. Use the Stamp Duty Calculator to estimate purchase costs based on the average price in TA16.
  • 🏘️Explore Merriott. Much of the TA16 activity centres on Merriott. Check the town-level data for more granular market analysis.
  • 💡Check individual postcodes. Average prices can mask significant variation between postcodes in the TA16 area. Browse the individual postcode pages to find properties that match your budget.
  • 💡Compare asking prices to sold prices. Use the Asking Price Checker to see whether a listing price aligns with local sold-price evidence.
  • 💡Use sold prices as evidence, not valuation. Historical data helps you understand market trends but does not replace a professional valuation by a qualified surveyor.

Top postcodes in TA16

TA16 5NL

£186,269 avg · 75 sales

TA16 5RE

£130,309 avg · 69 sales

TA16 5PJ

£252,207 avg · 52 sales

TA16 5QH

£179,475 avg · 51 sales

TA16 5PH

£209,075 avg · 47 sales

TA16 5QG

£165,336 avg · 45 sales

TA16 5QU

£164,791 avg · 40 sales

TA16 5NW

£170,718 avg · 38 sales

TA16 5NN

£218,154 avg · 35 sales

View all 52 postcodes in TA16 →

Useful tools for TA16 buyers

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Stamp Duty ~£1,627

Avg £206,325 in TA16

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Asking Price Checker

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Stamp Duty Guide

Complete 2025 SDLT, LTT & LBTT guide

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Location Comparison

Compare TA16 with other areas

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Merriott data

Full town-level property statistics

About this guide

This TA16 area guide is based on HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, covering registered residential property sales in England and Wales from January 1995 onwards. All figures are historical sold prices, not current valuations or asking prices.

Data last updated: July 2026 · View methodology

Frequently asked questions

What is the average house price in TA16?

The average sold price in the TA16 postcode area is £206,325, based on 1,110 HM Land Registry transactions. The largest town in this area is Merriott.

How do TA16 house prices compare to the UK average?

Properties in TA16 average £206,325, which is +48.0% below the national average of £396,803 for England and Wales.

Why is the median price in TA16 lower than the average?

The median price (£178,500) is 13.5% below the average (£206,325), suggesting a mix of property types or a few high-value sales pulling the mean upward. This is common in areas with both affordable and premium housing.

How have TA16 house prices changed over 5 years?

Prices in TA16 have moved +20.9% over five years, reflecting broader UK house price growth. The large sample size gives confidence in this trend.

Are these area guide prices valuations or asking prices?

No. All figures on this page are historical completed sale prices from HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. They are not current valuations, estate agent asking prices, or financial advice. Always seek professional advice before making property decisions.

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