About Horn Ash

Horn Ash is a small village located in the county of Dorset, England. It falls within the postcode area TA18. The village is surrounded by the natural beauty of the Dorset countryside, offering a peaceful environment for residents and visitors alike. Horn Ash is primarily a residential area, with a few local amenities catering to the needs of its inhabitants. The village is well-connected to nearby towns, making it a convenient base for exploring the surrounding region. Local attractions include scenic walks and the opportunity to enjoy the rural landscape. The nearby town of Crewkerne provides additional facilities and services, further enhancing the appeal of Horn Ash as a quiet place to live or visit.

School Ratings in Horn Ash

Families in Horn Ash have access to 15 local schools. A further 1 school holds a Good rating.

House Prices in Horn Ash

Homes sell for an average of £276K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £191K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Horn Ash

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Public order is the leading concern across Horn Ash, with 12 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Horn Ash

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Horn Ash 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 Horn Ash

Broadband services in Horn Ash 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 1,672 sales

Average Price £276K
£4K — £3.29M
Detached £402K 488
Semi £272K 386
Terraced £191K 559
Flat £127K 162

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

11 Primary
1 Secondary
3 Other
Thorncombe, St Mary's Church of England Primary Academy Primary 1.4 miles Winsham Primary School Primary Good 1.7 miles Broadwindsor Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 2.8 miles Marshwood CofE Primary Academy Primary Requires Improvement 3.1 miles Maiden Beech Academy Primary 3.7 miles Parrett and Axe Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary Good 3.8 miles Hawkchurch Church of England School Primary 4.1 miles Tatworth Primary School Primary Good 4.2 miles St Bartholomew's Church of England Primary School Primary 4.3 miles Crewkerne Building Good 4.5 miles Ashlands Church of England Primary School Primary 4.5 miles Horizons Therapeutic Education Trust 4.5 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Horn Ash IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Horn Ash 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
8/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
4/10
2,491 Children (0-15) 14%
9,804 Working Age 55%
7,176 Older (60+) 40%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 26.1% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10% 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 Horn Ash 45 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Horn Ash is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a small town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.

18 Violence & Sexual Offences
12 Public Order
5 Anti-Social Behaviour
3 Other Theft
2 Criminal Damage & Arson
2 Robbery
1 Drugs
1 Shoplifting
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 2 stations

Crewkerne Train Station 4.4 miles
Axminster Train Station 7.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Stony Knaps 0 yards Laymore 0.6 miles Greenham 0.6 miles Kittwhistle 0.6 miles Blackdown 0.6 miles Holway 0.9 miles Synderford 0.9 miles Saddle Street 0.9 miles Maudlin 0.9 miles Maudlin Cross 0.9 miles Oathill 0.9 miles Cole's Cross 1.2 miles

Local Government

District South Somerset
County Somerset
Ward Crewkerne
Constituency Yeovil
Parish Crewkerne
Region South West

Streets in TA18 30 shown View all streets

A30 3 A3066 4 A356 6 Abbey Street 2 Alder Grove 1 Ashland Court 1 Ashlands Close 1 Ashlands Meadow 1 Ashlands Road 2 Aspen Way 1 B3165 1 Back Lane 1 Barn Close 2 Barn Crescent 1 Barn Lane 1 Barn Street 1 Beechwood Drive 1 Bere Court 1 Bincombe Drive 1 Birch Way 1 Bird's Close 2 Blacknell Lane 8 Blake Road 1 Bowditch Row 1 Bowhayes 1 Bradford Road 2 Bramble Lane 1 Bramley Close 1 Brickyard Lane 2 Bridge Farm Close 1

Postcodes in TA18 50 shown View all postcodes

TA18 7AB TA18 7AD TA18 7AF TA18 7AG TA18 7AH TA18 7AJ TA18 7AL TA18 7AN TA18 7AP TA18 7AQ TA18 7AS TA18 7AT TA18 7AW TA18 7AX TA18 7AY TA18 7AZ TA18 7BA TA18 7BB TA18 7BD TA18 7BE TA18 7BF TA18 7BH TA18 7BJ TA18 7BL TA18 7BN TA18 7BP TA18 7BQ TA18 7BS TA18 7BT TA18 7BU TA18 7BW TA18 7BX TA18 7BY TA18 7BZ TA18 7DA TA18 7DB TA18 7DD TA18 7DE TA18 7DF TA18 7DG TA18 7DH TA18 7DJ TA18 7DL TA18 7DN TA18 7DP TA18 7DQ TA18 7DR TA18 7DS TA18 7DT TA18 7DU