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Blackmoor Vale

England / South West / Somerset / Blackmoor Vale

About

Blackmoor Vale ward is located in the South Somerset district, covering a mix of rural and semi-rural areas. The ward includes several villages and hamlets, such as Horsington, Stowell, and Charlton Horethorne, set amidst rolling farmland and quiet countryside. The landscape is characterised by small fields, hedgerows, and scattered woodlands, typical of the Blackmore Vale region.

The area has a strong agricultural presence, with dairy farming playing a key role in the local economy. Villages within the ward feature traditional stone cottages, historic churches, and community spaces like village halls. Transport links are limited, with narrow country lanes connecting settlements. The ward offers a quiet, rural lifestyle while remaining within reach of larger towns like Sherborne and Wincanton.

Area overview

On average Blackmoor Vale has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 47 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 10.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Blackmoor Vale is £44,817 per year. There are 6 schools in Blackmoor Vale: 5 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
47
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
10.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Blackmoor Vale Population
9,204
Population density
99.3 per km²

Demographics

British
8,738
94.96%
Other White
233
2.53%
White and Asian (mixed)
38
0.41%
Irish
32
0.35%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
30
0.33%
Total population: 9,202

Housing

Owns outright
1,853
45.23%
Owns with a mortgage
1,070
26.12%
Private landlord or letting agency
512
12.5%
Other social rented
448
10.93%
Other forms of private rent
104
2.54%
Total households: 4,097

Property prices in Blackmoor Vale

Based on 125 recent sales, the median property price is £280,000 in Blackmoor Vale area, with individual transactions ranging from £110,000 up to £980,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached43£425,000
Flats4£134,250
Semi-Detached40£260,000
Terraced38£240,000

10 years price trend in Blackmoor Vale

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.