TA24 8PB is a postal code used within the United Kingdom for delivering mail.
Postcodes are made up of two parts. The part before the space (TA24) is called the outward code. The part after the space (8PB) is called the inward code. The letters C, I, K, M, O and V are not allowed in the inward code. In addition to the inward and outward code, the postcode can be broken up into four parts:
- Postal Area. In our case TA which means Taunton.
- Postal District. In our case TA24.
- Postal Sector. In our case TA24 8.
- Postcode Unit. The last two letters. In our case PB.
The regional mail center for the post area TA is the South West Distribution Centre, which is located at Western Approach, Distribution Park, Severn Beach, BRISTOL, BS35 4GG.
The final port of call for any post addressed to the TA24 8PB postcode is the local delivery office (DO) which is . Here the post will be sorted ready for delivery.
A close-knit community! The 2021 Census indicates that only 13 individuals call the TA24 8PB postcode their home.
TA24 8PB is within the village of Porlock Weir.
The TA24 8PB postcode area is composed of 81.82% residential properties, 18.18% commercial properties, and 0% public properties.
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Contact MeTA24 8PB: Points of Interest
Locanda on the Weir
Locanda on the Weir is an establishment offering meals and refreshments located at The Cafe, Lane Head, Porlock, Somerset, TA24 8PB.
Ship Inn
Ship Inn is a social venue where you can enjoy drinks, meals, and entertainment located at Porlock Weir Road, Porlock, Somerset, TA24 8PB.
| Property Type | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Residential | 81.82% |
| Commercial | 18.18% |
| Public | 0% |
Map Coordinates
| Latitude | 51.218296178 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -3.62724447461 |
Retail and Shopping near TA24 8PB
Street
Town
Locality
Distance (Miles)
Central Postcode
Directions on Google Maps
HIGH STREET
MINEHEAD
PORLOCK
1.52
TA24 8PS
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THE PARKS
MINEHEAD
6.39
TA24 5NF
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PARK STREET
MINEHEAD
6.43
TA24 5NQ
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WELLINGTON SQUARE
MINEHEAD
6.46
TA24 5NH
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Nearest Town
Distance (Miles)
Direction
Bearing
Minehead
6.54
E
97.56
Lynton
9.03
W
274.78
Dulverton
12.77
SSE
164.77
Llantwit Major
14.51
NNE
24.96
South Molton
16.51
SSW
212.99
Wiveliscombe
18.30
SE
131.59
Porthcawl
18.33
N
349.72
Barry
20.00
NE
49.97
Barnstaple
21.01
WSW
243.27
Taunton
26.66
ESE
121.96
Weather Forecast
Weather Forecast for Porlock Weir - Porlock Bay (Beach)
What are the Broadband Speeds like?
Download Speeds
Average Mbps 5.700 Median Mbps 4.700 Maximum Mbps 8.910
TA24 8PB has an average download speed of 5.7 Megabits per second (Mbps).
151 other postcode units have the same broadband speed.
1% of postcodes (6,312) have slower broadband speeds.
99% of postcodes (1,178,178) have faster broadband speeds.
Upload Speeds
Average Mbps 1.000 Median Mbps 1.100 Maximum Mbps 1.130
TA24 8PB has an average upload speed of 1 Megabits per second (Mbps).
5,883 other postcode units have the same upload speed.
1% of postcodes (12,367) have slower upload speeds.
98% of postcodes (1,166,391) have faster upload speeds.
Schools within a five minute Drive
England Primary Schools
St Dubricius Church of England VA School
Address: St Dubricius Church of England VA School, Parsons Street, Porlock, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 8QJ
Distance: 1.54 miles
Contact: 01643862249
Nearest Dentists
HOLLOWAY HOUSE DENTAL SURGERY
Address: THE HOLLOWAY, MINEHEAD, SOMERSET, TA24 5PB
Distance: 6.43 miles
Contact: :
EXMOOR DENTAL CENTRE
Address: 7 BANCKS STREET, MINEHEAD, SOMERSET, TA24 5DJ
Distance: 6.55 miles
Contact: :
PONSFORD 59 DENTAL PRACTICE
Address: 59 PONSFORD ROAD, MINEHEAD, SOMERSET, TA24 5DY
Distance: 6.88 miles
Contact: :
DULVERTON DENTAL PRACTICE
Address: OLDBERRY HOUSE, FISHERS MEAD, DULVERTON, SOMERSET, TA22 9EN
Distance: 12.93 miles
Contact: :
ONELEIGH HOUSE DENTAL PRACTICE
Address: STONELEIGH HOUSE DENTAL PRACTICE, 13 HIGH STREET, WILLITON, TAUNTON, SOMERSET, TA4 4NW
Distance: 13.93 miles
Contact: :
ELLEN DAVIES DENTAL PRACTICE
Address: 4A BARONS CLOSE HOUSE, EAST STREET, LLANTWIT MAJOR, SOUTH GLAMORGAN, CF61 1XY
Distance: 14.51 miles
Contact: :
Nearest Chemists
PORLOCK PHARMACY
Address: DOVERHAY, HIGH STREET, PORLOCK, MINEHEAD, SOMERSET, TA24 8PT
Distance: 1.53 miles
Contact: tel: 01643 862455
BOOTS
Address: 14-16 THE PARADE, MINEHEAD, SOMERSET, TA24 5UG
Distance: 6.55 miles
Contact: tel: 01643 702004
LLOYDSPHARMACY
Address: BAYTREE HOUSE, TOWNSEND ROAD, MINEHEAD, TA24 5RG
Distance: 6.56 miles
Contact: tel: 01643 702007
ALCOMBE PHARMACY
Address: 39-41 ALCOMBE ROAD, MINEHEAD, TA24 6BA
Distance: 6.98 miles
Contact: tel: 01643 703478
TESCO INSTORE PHARMACY
Address: SEAWARD WAY, MINEHEAD, SOMERSET, TA24 5BY
Distance: 7.09 miles
Contact: tel: 01172 913890
LYNTON CHEMIST
Address: 17-18 LEE ROAD, LYNTON, EX35 6BP
Distance: 9.12 miles
Contact: tel: 01598 753377
Nearest Opticians
CRANMERS OPTOMETRISTS
Address: 12 PARK STREET, MINEHEAD, SOMERSET, TA24 5NQ
Distance: 6.43 miles
Contact: :
SPECSAVERS (MINEHEAD)
Address: 4 THE PARADE, MINEHEAD, SOMERSET, TA24 5UF
Distance: 6.50 miles
Contact: :
EXMOOR EYECARE - WATCHET
Address: 55B SWAIN STREET, WATCHET, SOMERSET, TA23 0AG
Distance: 13.12 miles
Contact: :
NINA DAVIES OPTICIANS
Address: 6 BARONS CLOSE HOUSE, EAST STREET, LLANTWIT MAJOR, SOUTH GLAMORGAN, CF61 1XY
Distance: 14.51 miles
Contact: :
CHRIS WILLIAMS OPTOMETRISTS
Address: NEWTON HOUSE, EAST STREET, LLANTWIT MAJOR, SOUTH GLAMORGAN, CF61 1XY
Distance: 14.51 miles
Contact: :
GWYNETH J MORGAN OPTOMETRIST
Address: GWYNFA, BOVERTON ROAD, LLANTWIT MAJOR, SOUTH GLAMORGAN, CF61 1XZ
Distance: 14.56 miles
Contact: :
Nearest GP Surgeries
PORLOCK MEDICAL CENTRE
Address: PORLOCK, MINEHEAD, SOMERSET, TA24 8PJ
Distance: 1.45 miles
Contact: :
MINEHEAD MEDICAL CENTRE
Address: 2 IRNHAM ROAD, MINEHEAD, TA24 5DL
Distance: 6.58 miles
Contact: tel: 01643 703441
DUNSTER & PORLOCK SURGERIES
Address: WEST STREET, DUNSTER, MINEHEAD, SOMERSET, TA24 6SN
Distance: 8.21 miles
Contact: tel: 01643 821244
LYNTON HEALTH CENTRE
Address: BURVILL STREET, LYNTON, DEVON, EX35 6HA
Distance: 9.12 miles
Contact: tel: 01598 753226
EXMOOR MEDICAL CENTRE
Address: OLDBERRY HOUSE, FISHERS MEAD, DULVERTON, SOMERSET, TA22 9EN
Distance: 12.93 miles
Contact: tel: 01398 323333
DR HALLIDAY, WILLITON/WATCHET
Address: WATCHET SURGERY, 55 SWAIN STREET, WATCHET, SOMERSET, TA23 0AG
Distance: 13.12 miles
Contact: :
Transport Links
Train Stations
Distances are as the crow flies.
Motorway Junctions
M5 J27Distance: 35.54 milesDriving Time: 54.61 minutes Distances represent the quickest route by car.
Who are my Elected Representatives?
Westminster Constituency Tiverton and Minehead Member or Parliament 
Rachel Gilmour Contact Details Contact Rachel Gilmour Political Party Liberal Democrat
Where can I find out where the nearest Library is?
Libraries are the responsibility of Somerset County Council
Visit the link for more information. Please note that some councils outsource library services to private companies and community groups ran by volunteers.
Library information services
House Sales
Yearly House Sales
Year High Low Average Sales 2014 £410,000 £410,000 £410,000 1 2017 £65,000 £65,000 £65,000 1
Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2025. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
What Popular Supermarkets are near?
Popular Supermarkets near TA24 8PB Supermarket Distance Directions
What Popular Restaurants are near?
Burger King Restaurants near TA24 8PB Burger King Distance Directions Butlins Family Entertainment Centre, Minehead, TA24 5SH 7.26 miles Directions to Butlins Family Entertainment Centre Trecco Bay Holiday Park, Porthcawl, CF36 5PW 18.28 miles Directions to Trecco Bay Holiday Park Burger King, Barry, CF63 4BA 19.97 miles Directions to Burger King Braunton Road, Barnstaple, EX31 1LG 21.46 miles Directions to Braunton Road
Mcdonald's Restaurants near TA24 8PB Mcdonald's Distance Directions McDonald's, Picton Court Retail Park, Waterton, BRIDGEND, CF31 3XX 19.32 miles Directions to McDonald's, Picton Court Retail Park, Waterton, BRIDGEND, CF31 3XX McDonald's, Old Station Road, Whiddon Valley Industrial Estate, BARNSTAPLE, EX32 8PB 20.63 miles Directions to McDonald's, Old Station Road, Whiddon Valley Industrial Estate, BARNSTAPLE, EX32 8PB McDonald's, Pencoed, BRIDGEND, CF35 5HY 21.15 miles Directions to McDonald's, Pencoed, BRIDGEND, CF35 5HY McDonald's, Ty Verlon Industrial Estate, Cardiff Road, BARRY, CF63 2BE 21.69 miles Directions to McDonald's, Ty Verlon Industrial Estate, Cardiff Road, BARRY, CF63 2BE
KFC Restaurants near TA24 8PB Restaurant Distance Directions KFC, Hernston Retail Park, BRIDGEND, CF31 3ND 19.27 miles Directions to KFC Bridgend - Hernston Business Park KFC, Heol Ceiniog, BARRY, CF63 4BA 19.93 miles Directions to KFC Barry - Heol Ceinog KFC, Designer Outlet Village, The Derwen, BRIDGEND, CF32 9SH 21.68 miles Directions to KFC Bridgend - The Designer Outlet KFC, Fford Fred Keenor, CARDIFF, CF11 8ER 25.33 miles Directions to KFC Cardiff - Leckwith Road KFC, Guildhall Place, CARDIFF, CF10 1EB 26.40 miles Directions to KFC Cardiff - St Mary Street
| Street | Town | Locality | Distance (Miles) | Central Postcode | Directions on Google Maps |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HIGH STREET | MINEHEAD | PORLOCK | 1.52 | TA24 8PS | View on Google Maps |
| THE PARKS | MINEHEAD | 6.39 | TA24 5NF | View on Google Maps | |
| PARK STREET | MINEHEAD | 6.43 | TA24 5NQ | View on Google Maps | |
| WELLINGTON SQUARE | MINEHEAD | 6.46 | TA24 5NH | View on Google Maps |
| Nearest Town | Distance (Miles) | Direction | Bearing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minehead | 6.54 | E | 97.56 |
| Lynton | 9.03 | W | 274.78 |
| Dulverton | 12.77 | SSE | 164.77 |
| Llantwit Major | 14.51 | NNE | 24.96 |
| South Molton | 16.51 | SSW | 212.99 |
| Wiveliscombe | 18.30 | SE | 131.59 |
| Porthcawl | 18.33 | N | 349.72 |
| Barry | 20.00 | NE | 49.97 |
| Barnstaple | 21.01 | WSW | 243.27 |
| Taunton | 26.66 | ESE | 121.96 |
Weather Forecast
Weather Forecast for Porlock Weir - Porlock Bay (Beach)
What are the Broadband Speeds like?
Download Speeds
| Average Mbps | 5.700 |
|---|---|
| Median Mbps | 4.700 |
| Maximum Mbps | 8.910 |
TA24 8PB has an average download speed of 5.7 Megabits per second (Mbps).
151 other postcode units have the same broadband speed.
1% of postcodes (6,312) have slower broadband speeds.
99% of postcodes (1,178,178) have faster broadband speeds.
Upload Speeds
| Average Mbps | 1.000 |
|---|---|
| Median Mbps | 1.100 |
| Maximum Mbps | 1.130 |
TA24 8PB has an average upload speed of 1 Megabits per second (Mbps).
5,883 other postcode units have the same upload speed.
1% of postcodes (12,367) have slower upload speeds.
98% of postcodes (1,166,391) have faster upload speeds.
Schools within a five minute Drive
England Primary Schools
St Dubricius Church of England VA School
Address: St Dubricius Church of England VA School, Parsons Street, Porlock, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 8QJ
Distance: 1.54 miles
Contact: 01643862249
Nearest Dentists
HOLLOWAY HOUSE DENTAL SURGERY
Address: THE HOLLOWAY, MINEHEAD, SOMERSET, TA24 5PB
Distance: 6.43 miles
Contact: :
EXMOOR DENTAL CENTRE
Address: 7 BANCKS STREET, MINEHEAD, SOMERSET, TA24 5DJ
Distance: 6.55 miles
Contact: :
PONSFORD 59 DENTAL PRACTICE
Address: 59 PONSFORD ROAD, MINEHEAD, SOMERSET, TA24 5DY
Distance: 6.88 miles
Contact: :
DULVERTON DENTAL PRACTICE
Address: OLDBERRY HOUSE, FISHERS MEAD, DULVERTON, SOMERSET, TA22 9EN
Distance: 12.93 miles
Contact: :
ONELEIGH HOUSE DENTAL PRACTICE
Address: STONELEIGH HOUSE DENTAL PRACTICE, 13 HIGH STREET, WILLITON, TAUNTON, SOMERSET, TA4 4NW
Distance: 13.93 miles
Contact: :
ELLEN DAVIES DENTAL PRACTICE
Address: 4A BARONS CLOSE HOUSE, EAST STREET, LLANTWIT MAJOR, SOUTH GLAMORGAN, CF61 1XY
Distance: 14.51 miles
Contact: :
Nearest Chemists
PORLOCK PHARMACY
Address: DOVERHAY, HIGH STREET, PORLOCK, MINEHEAD, SOMERSET, TA24 8PT
Distance: 1.53 miles
Contact: tel: 01643 862455
BOOTS
Address: 14-16 THE PARADE, MINEHEAD, SOMERSET, TA24 5UG
Distance: 6.55 miles
Contact: tel: 01643 702004
LLOYDSPHARMACY
Address: BAYTREE HOUSE, TOWNSEND ROAD, MINEHEAD, TA24 5RG
Distance: 6.56 miles
Contact: tel: 01643 702007
ALCOMBE PHARMACY
Address: 39-41 ALCOMBE ROAD, MINEHEAD, TA24 6BA
Distance: 6.98 miles
Contact: tel: 01643 703478
TESCO INSTORE PHARMACY
Address: SEAWARD WAY, MINEHEAD, SOMERSET, TA24 5BY
Distance: 7.09 miles
Contact: tel: 01172 913890
LYNTON CHEMIST
Address: 17-18 LEE ROAD, LYNTON, EX35 6BP
Distance: 9.12 miles
Contact: tel: 01598 753377
Nearest Opticians
CRANMERS OPTOMETRISTS
Address: 12 PARK STREET, MINEHEAD, SOMERSET, TA24 5NQ
Distance: 6.43 miles
Contact: :
SPECSAVERS (MINEHEAD)
Address: 4 THE PARADE, MINEHEAD, SOMERSET, TA24 5UF
Distance: 6.50 miles
Contact: :
EXMOOR EYECARE - WATCHET
Address: 55B SWAIN STREET, WATCHET, SOMERSET, TA23 0AG
Distance: 13.12 miles
Contact: :
NINA DAVIES OPTICIANS
Address: 6 BARONS CLOSE HOUSE, EAST STREET, LLANTWIT MAJOR, SOUTH GLAMORGAN, CF61 1XY
Distance: 14.51 miles
Contact: :
CHRIS WILLIAMS OPTOMETRISTS
Address: NEWTON HOUSE, EAST STREET, LLANTWIT MAJOR, SOUTH GLAMORGAN, CF61 1XY
Distance: 14.51 miles
Contact: :
GWYNETH J MORGAN OPTOMETRIST
Address: GWYNFA, BOVERTON ROAD, LLANTWIT MAJOR, SOUTH GLAMORGAN, CF61 1XZ
Distance: 14.56 miles
Contact: :
Nearest GP Surgeries
PORLOCK MEDICAL CENTRE
Address: PORLOCK, MINEHEAD, SOMERSET, TA24 8PJ
Distance: 1.45 miles
Contact: :
MINEHEAD MEDICAL CENTRE
Address: 2 IRNHAM ROAD, MINEHEAD, TA24 5DL
Distance: 6.58 miles
Contact: tel: 01643 703441
DUNSTER & PORLOCK SURGERIES
Address: WEST STREET, DUNSTER, MINEHEAD, SOMERSET, TA24 6SN
Distance: 8.21 miles
Contact: tel: 01643 821244
LYNTON HEALTH CENTRE
Address: BURVILL STREET, LYNTON, DEVON, EX35 6HA
Distance: 9.12 miles
Contact: tel: 01598 753226
EXMOOR MEDICAL CENTRE
Address: OLDBERRY HOUSE, FISHERS MEAD, DULVERTON, SOMERSET, TA22 9EN
Distance: 12.93 miles
Contact: tel: 01398 323333
DR HALLIDAY, WILLITON/WATCHET
Address: WATCHET SURGERY, 55 SWAIN STREET, WATCHET, SOMERSET, TA23 0AG
Distance: 13.12 miles
Contact: :
Transport Links
Train Stations
Distances are as the crow flies.
Motorway Junctions
Distances represent the quickest route by car.
Who are my Elected Representatives?
| Westminster Constituency | Tiverton and Minehead |
|---|---|
| Member or Parliament | |
| Contact Details | Contact Rachel Gilmour |
| Political Party | Liberal Democrat |
Where can I find out where the nearest Library is?
Libraries are the responsibility of Somerset County Council
Visit the link for more information. Please note that some councils outsource library services to private companies and community groups ran by volunteers.
Library information servicesHouse Sales
| Year | High | Low | Average | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | £410,000 | £410,000 | £410,000 | 1 |
| 2017 | £65,000 | £65,000 | £65,000 | 1 |
Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2025. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
What Popular Supermarkets are near?
| Supermarket | Distance | Directions |
|---|
What Popular Restaurants are near?
| Burger King | Distance | Directions |
|---|---|---|
| Butlins Family Entertainment Centre, Minehead, TA24 5SH | 7.26 miles | Directions to Butlins Family Entertainment Centre |
| Trecco Bay Holiday Park, Porthcawl, CF36 5PW | 18.28 miles | Directions to Trecco Bay Holiday Park |
| Burger King, Barry, CF63 4BA | 19.97 miles | Directions to Burger King |
| Braunton Road, Barnstaple, EX31 1LG | 21.46 miles | Directions to Braunton Road |
| Mcdonald's | Distance | Directions |
|---|---|---|
| McDonald's, Picton Court Retail Park, Waterton, BRIDGEND, CF31 3XX | 19.32 miles | Directions to McDonald's, Picton Court Retail Park, Waterton, BRIDGEND, CF31 3XX |
| McDonald's, Old Station Road, Whiddon Valley Industrial Estate, BARNSTAPLE, EX32 8PB | 20.63 miles | Directions to McDonald's, Old Station Road, Whiddon Valley Industrial Estate, BARNSTAPLE, EX32 8PB |
| McDonald's, Pencoed, BRIDGEND, CF35 5HY | 21.15 miles | Directions to McDonald's, Pencoed, BRIDGEND, CF35 5HY |
| McDonald's, Ty Verlon Industrial Estate, Cardiff Road, BARRY, CF63 2BE | 21.69 miles | Directions to McDonald's, Ty Verlon Industrial Estate, Cardiff Road, BARRY, CF63 2BE |
| Restaurant | Distance | Directions |
|---|---|---|
| KFC, Hernston Retail Park, BRIDGEND, CF31 3ND | 19.27 miles | Directions to KFC Bridgend - Hernston Business Park |
| KFC, Heol Ceiniog, BARRY, CF63 4BA | 19.93 miles | Directions to KFC Barry - Heol Ceinog |
| KFC, Designer Outlet Village, The Derwen, BRIDGEND, CF32 9SH | 21.68 miles | Directions to KFC Bridgend - The Designer Outlet |
| KFC, Fford Fred Keenor, CARDIFF, CF11 8ER | 25.33 miles | Directions to KFC Cardiff - Leckwith Road |
| KFC, Guildhall Place, CARDIFF, CF10 1EB | 26.40 miles | Directions to KFC Cardiff - St Mary Street |