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Curry Rivel & Fivehead

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About

Curry Rivel & Fivehead are neighbouring villages in Somerset, located near the River Parrett and the Levels. The area is characterised by rolling farmland, hedgerows, and quiet country lanes. Both villages have historic churches, with St Andrew’s in Curry Rivel dating back to the 13th century. The landscape is typical of rural Somerset, with a mix of arable fields and pasture.

Fivehead is smaller, with a compact centre and a village green, while Curry Rivel has more amenities, including a primary school and local shops. The area is well-connected to Langport and Taunton, making it a practical base for commuting. Walking routes along the Levels and nearby nature reserves offer opportunities for outdoor activities. The villages maintain a quiet, traditional feel with a strong sense of community.

Area overview

On average Curry Rivel & Fivehead has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 42 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 9.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Curry Rivel & Fivehead is £46,500 per year. There are 4 schools in Curry Rivel & Fivehead: 4 primary (1 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
42
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
9%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Curry Rivel & Fivehead Population
5,766
Population density
81.4 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,550
96.25%
Other White
67
1.16%
Gypsy or Irish Traveller
34
0.59%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
21
0.36%
Irish
20
0.35%
Total population: 5,766

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,222
49.18%
Owns with a mortgage
673
27.08%
Other social rented
231
9.3%
Private landlord or letting agency
205
8.25%
Other forms of private rent
65
2.62%
Total households: 2,485

Property prices in Curry Rivel & Fivehead

Based on 87 recent sales, the median property price is £340,000 in Curry Rivel & Fivehead area, with individual transactions ranging from £107,500 up to £840,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Curry Rivel & Fivehead in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Curry Rivel & Fivehead over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached47£397,500
Semi-Detached26£276,250
Terraced14£250,000

10 years median price trend in Curry Rivel & Fivehead

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Curry Rivel & Fivehead.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.