What's the Ham Hill & Merriott population and density?

Ham Hill & Merriott population is 9,965 with density 130.4 per km².

What are house prices in Ham Hill & Merriott?

Based on 137 recent sales, the median price is £325,000; see the 10-year chart for trends.

How deprived is Ham Hill & Merriott?

Deprivation score 5/10 (rank 19895 of 32844 in country).

What's the average income in Ham Hill & Merriott?

Average resident income is about £46,400 per year.

What home types are most common in Ham Hill & Merriott?

Housing mix: detached 35.8%, semi-detached 32.3%.

How many households are in Ham Hill & Merriott?

There are 4,447 households in Ham Hill & Merriott

What are prices by property type in Ham Hill & Merriott?

Latest medians: Detached £501,500, Semi-detached £315,000, Terraced £267,500, Flats £65,000.

How much social housing is near Ham Hill & Merriott?

About 10.2% across the Ham Hill & Merriott area.

How safe is Ham Hill & Merriott?

Crime level in Ham Hill & Merriott is moderate with about 49 crimes per 1,000 residents.

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Q: What schools in Ham Hill & Merriott and how are they rated?

There are 11 schools in Ham Hill & Merriott: 9 primary (0 Outstanding and 5 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good)

England / South West / Somerset / Ham Hill & Merriott

About

Ham Hill & Merriott are located in South Somerset, near the border with Dorset. The area is known for its rolling countryside, with Ham Hill offering expansive views across the region. The hill itself is a Site of Special Scientific Interest, featuring rare flora and fauna. Merriott is a small village with historic buildings, including a 15th-century church and traditional thatched cottages.

The landscape is shaped by agriculture, with farmland and orchards surrounding the villages. Ham Hill's ancient iron age fort adds historical significance, while local footpaths provide access to the countryside. The area has a quiet, rural character, with few commercial developments. Both locations are within easy reach of larger towns like Yeovil, offering a balance of isolation and accessibility.

Area overview

On average Ham Hill & Merriott has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 49 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 Ham Hill & Merriott is £46,400 per year. There are 11 schools in Ham Hill & Merriott: 9 primary (0 Outstanding and 5 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate

4/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

5/10

Income level

6/10

Social housing

10.2%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Ham Hill & Merriott Population

9,965

Population density

130.4 per km²

Demographics

British

9,539

95.73%

Other White

181

1.82%

Irish

0.41%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

0.34%

Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups

0.33%

Total population: 9,965

Housing

Owns outright

2,107

47.39%

Owns with a mortgage

1,127

25.35%

Other social rented

478

10.75%

Private landlord or letting agency

418

9.4%

Social rents from council

141

3.17%

Total households: 4,446

Property prices in Ham Hill & Merriott

Based on 137 recent sales, the median property price is £325,000 in Ham Hill & Merriott area, with individual transactions ranging from £65,000 up to £1,150,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	44	£501,500	£325,000	£397,500	£640,000	£795,750
Flats	1	£65,000	£65,000	£65,000	£65,000	£65,000
Semi-Detached	33	£315,000	£165,200	£255,000	£370,000	£568,000
Terraced	59	£267,500	£199,200	£225,750	£317,500	£601,500

10 years price trend in Ham Hill & Merriott

All postcodes in Ham Hill & Merriott

BA228RH

Forts Orchard

TA146PH

Cole Lane

TA146RF

Castle Street

TA146SX

Minchington's Close

TA146TP

North Street

TA165QH

Broadway

TA165RF

Hitchen

TA178SB

Abbey Street

TA187PH

Ham Hill & Merriott

TA187PR

Hollowell Hill

TA187PT

Higher Street

TA187RB

Clay Castle

TA187RH

Frog Lane

TA187RP

Globe Orchard

TA187SQ

Downclose Lane

TA187TB

Downclose Lane

BA229EY

Cod Lane

BA228PA

Foldhill Lane

TA146UG

Montacute Road

TA146PP

Ham Hill Road

TA146TU

Ham Hill & Merriott

TA156UR

Lower Hyde Road

TA165NG

Lower Street

TA165PR

Church Street

TA165RA

Hitchen

BA228RQ

Ilchester Road

BA229EA

Fordhay

TA165NS

Lower Street

TA165QS

Sandy Hole

TA178SW

South Street

BA228PP

Burlingham's Lane

BA228QZ

Chilthornehill Lane

BA229DN

Chinnock Hollow

TA146QG

Norton Road

TA146QH

West Street

TA165PT

Church Street

TA178SR

Brimclose Road

TA178SX

Chapel Lane

TA187PW

Eastfield Lane

TA187RL

North Street

TA187RW

New Lane

BA228AZ

Chilthornehill Lane

BA229DJ

Ham Hill & Merriott

TA146QB

The Avenue

TA146TJ

New Road

TA156XD

South Street

TA165NF

Knapp

TA178SQ

Green Street

TA187PZ

Higher Street

TA187RD

North Street

BA228PE

Bearley Lane

BA228PJ

Queen Street

BA228QQ

Head Street

TA146PX

High Street

TA146PZ

Matt's Lane

TA146RL

Ham Hill Road

TA178SF

Lopen Road

TA187PE

Clay Castle

TA187QX

Swan Hill

TA187TH

Willis's Lane

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/10/2025.

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