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Yeovil South

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About

Yeovil South is a residential ward in the town of Yeovil, Somerset. It covers the southern part of the town, including areas like Preston Grove and Larkhill. The ward features a mix of housing, from post-war estates to more modern developments, catering to families and older residents. Local amenities include schools, small shops, and parks like Yeovil Recreation Ground, which provides green space for leisure and sports.

The area is well-connected, with easy access to the A37 and A30 roads, linking it to nearby towns and Yeovil town centre. Public transport options include regular bus services. Yeovil South has a community-focused atmosphere, with local groups and events often held at venues such as the Preston Grove Community Centre. The ward balances suburban living with proximity to Yeovil’s larger retail and employment hubs.

Area overview

On average Yeovil South has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 173 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 9.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Yeovil South is £47,011 per year. There are 4 schools in Yeovil South: 4 primary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
173
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
9.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Yeovil South Population
10,332
Population density
2,126.8 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
8,653
83.74%
Other White
930
9%
Other Asian
154
1.49%
Indian
150
1.45%
Other
59
0.57%
Total population: 10,333

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,727
36.68%
Owns with a mortgage
1,220
25.91%
Private landlord or letting agency
1,071
22.75%
Other social rented
422
8.96%
Other forms of private rent
120
2.55%
Total households: 4,708

Property prices in Yeovil South

Based on 118 recent sales, the median property price is £242,500 in Yeovil South area, with individual transactions ranging from £35,000 up to £575,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Yeovil South 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 Yeovil South over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached30£390,000
Flats19£110,000
Semi-Detached34£252,475
Terraced35£200,000

10 years median price trend in Yeovil South

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Yeovil South.

Data Sources

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