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Lydeard

England / South West / Somerset / Lydeard

About

Lydeard ward is located in the district of Somerset West and Taunton, covering several rural villages and hamlets. The area includes settlements like Bishops Lydeard, Cotford St Luke, and West Bagborough, each with their own distinct character. The ward is situated near the Quantock Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offering scenic landscapes and outdoor activities.

Agriculture plays a significant role in the local economy, with farmland and woodland covering much of the area. The ward has good transport links, including the A358 road and a railway station in Bishops Lydeard, which serves the West Somerset Railway. Community facilities include primary schools, village halls, and local shops, serving both residents and visitors exploring the surrounding countryside.

Area overview

On average Lydeard has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 56 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 9.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Lydeard is £49,875 per year. There are 4 schools in Lydeard: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

4/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

4/10

Income level

7/10

Social housing

9.4%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Lydeard Population

10,936

Population density

173.6 per km²

Demographics

British

10,122

92.56%

Other White

370

3.38%

Irish

0.61%

Indian

0.51%

Other Asian

0.39%

Total population: 10,936

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

1,607

35.96%

Owns outright

1,600

35.8%

Private landlord or letting agency

602

13.47%

Social rents from council

291

6.51%

Other social rented

223

4.99%

Total households: 4,469

Property prices in Lydeard

Based on 164 recent sales, the median property price is £277,500 in Lydeard area, with individual transactions ranging from £110,000 up to £1,597,282.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	59	£400,000	£269,500	£316,250	£470,000	£847,000
Flats	11	£150,000	£124,000	£147,500	£160,000	£164,000
Semi-Detached	48	£270,000	£185,500	£245,000	£306,250	£393,900
Terraced	46	£250,000	£166,758	£220,000	£273,750	£318,750

10 years price trend in Lydeard

All postcodes in Lydeard

TA26RZ

Stembridge Way

TA41PB

Healys Meadow

TA43EQ

West Bagborough Road

TA43EX

Kennel Lane

TA43HL

The Combe

TA43NJ

Barton Hey

TA43NS

Hither Mead

TA43QD

East Town Lane

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Data Sources

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

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail