About Yawl

Yawl is a small village located in Devon, England, within the DT7 postcode area. It is situated near the River Axe and offers a peaceful countryside setting. The village features a mix of traditional and modern homes, with a few local amenities that cater to residents and visitors alike. The surrounding area is characterised by rolling hills and farmland, making it a suitable spot for those who enjoy outdoor activities such as walking and cycling. Yawl is also conveniently located near the coastal town of Lyme Regis, providing easy access to the beach and other attractions along the Jurassic Coast, which is recognised for its geological significance.

School Ratings in Yawl

Families in Yawl have access to 16 local schools. A further 1 school holds a Good rating.

House Prices in Yawl

Homes sell for an average of £454K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £623K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Yawl

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Burglary is the leading concern across Yawl, with 4 incidents recorded in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Yawl

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Yawl around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Yawl

Broadband services in Yawl range from standard to superfast depending on location. Mobile signal strength on 4G is reasonable, though 5G and indoor coverage can be patchy. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 1,192 sales

Average Price £454K
£2K — £4.4M
Detached £623K 484
Semi £346K 143
Terraced £381K 120
Flat £258K 296

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

11 Primary
3 Secondary
2 Other
Mrs Ethelston's CofE Primary Academy Primary Good 1 miles The Woodroffe School Secondary 1.5 miles Beaminster and Lyme Regis Sure Start Children's Centre 2.1 miles St Michael's CofE Primary School, Lyme Regis Primary 2.1 miles Musbury Primary School Primary Good 2.5 miles St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Axminster Primary Good 2.5 miles Axminster Community Primary Academy Primary 2.6 miles Axe Valley Academy Secondary 2.8 miles Charmouth Primary School Primary 3.2 miles Kilmington Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 3.3 miles Hawkchurch Church of England School Primary 4 miles All Saints Church of England Primary School Primary 4.2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Yawl IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Yawl are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
7/10
Employment
6/10
Education
6/10
Health
7/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
5/10
909 Children (0-15) 12%
4,172 Working Age 53%
3,724 Older (60+) 48%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 29.3% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 11.9% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Yawl 20 crimes · April 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Yawl are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure small town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

10 Violence & Sexual Offences
4 Burglary
3 Other Theft
2 Criminal Damage & Arson
1 Vehicle Crime
Local Policing
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Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 1 stations

Axminster Train Station 2.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Holcombe 0.6 miles Uplyme 0.9 miles Harcombe Bottom 1.4 miles Wyke Green 1.4 miles Raymond's Hill 1.4 miles Monkton Wyld 1.8 miles Combpyne 1.8 miles Penn 2 miles Dragon's Hill 2 miles Trill 2 miles Ware 2 miles Lyme Regis 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Dorset
County Devon
Ward Lyme & Charmouth
Constituency West Dorset
Parish Lyme Regis
Region South West

Streets in DT7 30 shown View all streets

A3052 4 Acorn Close 1 Anning Road 4 Applebee Way 1 Avenue Road 2 B3165 10 Barfleur Rise 1 Barnes Meadow 1 Bayview Road 3 Blue Waters Drive 1 Boshill Hill 1 Bridge Street 1 Broad Street 4 Cannington Lane 3 Cathole Lane 3 Charmouth Close 1 Charmouth Road 4 Church Street 6 Clappentail Lane 2 Clappentail Park 2 Cobb Road 6 Cobb Terrace 1 Colway Close 2 Colway Lane 6 Cooks Mead 1 Coombe Street 5 Coram Avenue 1 Coram Court 2 Crogg Lane 1 Cuckoo Lane 2

Postcodes in DT7 50 shown View all postcodes

DT7 3AA DT7 3AB DT7 3AD DT7 3AE DT7 3AF DT7 3AG DT7 3AH DT7 3AJ DT7 3AL DT7 3AN DT7 3AP DT7 3AQ DT7 3AR DT7 3AS DT7 3AT DT7 3AU DT7 3AW DT7 3AX DT7 3AY DT7 3AZ DT7 3BA DT7 3BB DT7 3BD DT7 3BE DT7 3BG DT7 3BH DT7 3BJ DT7 3BL DT7 3BN DT7 3BP DT7 3BQ DT7 3BS DT7 3BW DT7 3BY DT7 3BZ DT7 3DA DT7 3DB DT7 3DD DT7 3DE DT7 3DF DT7 3DG DT7 3DH DT7 3DJ DT7 3DL DT7 3DN DT7 3DP DT7 3DQ DT7 3DR DT7 3DS DT7 3DT