Somerset is a district in South West England, known for its mix of rural landscapes and historic towns. The area includes the Quantock Hills and parts of Exmoor, offering scenic views and outdoor activities. Towns like Taunton and Yeovil serve as key hubs, with markets, shopping, and transport links connecting the region.
The district has a strong agricultural heritage, with farmland and cider production playing a significant role. Coastal areas such as Minehead and Burnham-on-Sea attract visitors with beaches and seaside amenities. Somerset also features historic sites like Glastonbury Tor and the ruins of Cleeve Abbey, reflecting its long-standing cultural importance.
On average Somerset has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 85 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Somerset is £45,539 per year. There are 310 schools in Somerset: 222 primary (11 Outstanding and 156 Good) and 29 secondary (1 Outstanding and 16 Good).
Bishop's Hull & Taunton West
Blackdown & Neroche
Blackmoor Vale
Brent
Bridgwater East & Bawdrip
Bridgwater North & Central
Bridgwater South
Bridgwater West
Brympton
Burnham on Sea North
Cannington
Castle Cary
Chard North
Chard South
Cheddar
Coker
Comeytrowe & Trull
Crewkerne
Curry Rivel & Langport
Dulverton & Exmoor
Dunster
Frome East
Frome North
Frome West
Glastonbury
Highbridge & Burnham South
Huntspill
Ilminster
King Alfred
Lydeard
Martock
Mendip Central and East
Mendip Hills
Mendip South
Mendip West
Minehead
Monkton & North Curry
North Petherton
Rowbarton & Staplegrove
Shepton Mallet
Somerton
South Petherton & Islemoor
Street
Taunton East
Taunton North
Taunton South
Upper Tone
Watchet & Stogursey
Wellington
Wells
Wincanton & Bruton
Yeovil Central
Yeovil East
Yeovil South
Yeovil West