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Yeovil Central

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About

Yeovil Central is a ward in the town of Yeovil, Somerset, covering the heart of the town and its immediate surroundings. The area includes the main shopping district, with High Street and Middle Street serving as key retail hubs. Public amenities such as the Yeovil Library and the Octagon Theatre are located here, alongside local government offices. The ward is well-connected, with Yeovil Junction railway station providing links to London and Exeter.

Residential areas in Yeovil Central feature a mix of housing, from Victorian terraces to modern apartments. The ward is home to a range of businesses, from independent shops to larger chain stores. Green spaces like the nearby Yeovil Country Park offer recreational opportunities. The area has a practical, urban character, with a focus on commerce and community services.

Area overview

On average Yeovil Central has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 145 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 15.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Yeovil Central is £43,895 per year. There are 8 schools in Yeovil Central: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
145
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
15.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Yeovil Central Population
11,041
Population density
3,454.4 per km²

Demographics

British
9,195
83.27%
Other White
902
8.17%
Indian
257
2.33%
Other Asian
210
1.9%
Other
63
0.57%
Total population: 11,042

Housing

Owns outright
1,812
37.06%
Owns with a mortgage
1,211
24.77%
Private landlord or letting agency
915
18.72%
Other social rented
602
12.31%
Social rents from council
225
4.6%
Total households: 4,889

Property prices in Yeovil Central

Based on 123 recent sales, the median property price is £247,500 in Yeovil Central area, with individual transactions ranging from £65,000 up to £930,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached26£380,000
Flats18£129,000
Semi-Detached57£250,000
Terraced22£170,000

10 years price trend in Yeovil Central

All postcodes in Yeovil Central

BA201FF

Newton Road

BA213BJ

Ilchester Road

BA213PQ

Combe Street Lane

BA214AW

Chilton Grove

BA214BU

Roping Road

BA214BX

Kingston View

BA214NH

St John's Road

BA214JA

Southville

BA214JX

Matthews Road

BA214AF

Mudford Road

BA214BY

Sparrow Road

BA214HE

Hillside Terrace

BA214HX

Newton Road

BA214PJ

Lea Close

BA213BB

Ilchester Road

BA214AJ

Mudford Road

BA214DD

Chelston Avenue

BA214JL

Mount Pleasant

BA214QJ

Milford Road
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Data Sources

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