About Yetminster

Yetminster is a village located in Dorset, England, within the DT9 postcode area. It lies approximately three miles south of the market town of Sherborne. The village features a mix of traditional stone and brick buildings, reflecting its agricultural roots. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for walking and enjoying the natural landscape. The local community is served by a primary school, a church, and a village hall, which hosts various events throughout the year. Yetminster also has a railway station on the West Dorset Railway, providing access to nearby towns and cities. The village is well-connected, making it a convenient base for exploring the wider area of Dorset.

School Ratings in Yetminster

There are 32 schools in and around Yetminster. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Yetminster

The average property price is £412K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £517K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Yetminster

Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Yetminster, with 12 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Yetminster

Yetminster sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Yetminster

Broadband speeds in Yetminster are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,504 sales

Average Price £412K
£750 — £19.58M
Detached £517K 1,256
Semi £310K 786
Terraced £294K 958
Flat £179K 280

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

18 Primary
2 Secondary
12 Other
St Andrew's Church of England Primary School Primary Good 0.4 miles Thornford CofE Primary School Primary 1.8 miles St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Bradford Abbas Primary Good 2.4 miles Leweston School 2.8 miles Coker Building Good 2.9 miles Barwick and Stoford Community Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 2.9 miles East Coker Community Primary School Primary Good 3.8 miles Sherborne Abbey Church of England Primary School Primary 3.8 miles Sticklands Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary 3.9 miles Fiveways Special School Outstanding 4.1 miles South Somerset Partnership School 4.1 miles Yeovil 4.1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Yetminster IMD 2025

Yetminster sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
7/10
Health
8/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
4/10
5,264 Children (0-15) 15%
19,002 Working Age 54%
14,331 Older (60+) 40%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 25.8% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 9.8% 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 Yetminster 52 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Yetminster records relatively low levels of reported crime compared to national averages. Violence & sexual offences is the most commonly logged offence type, though overall numbers remain modest. The area is generally considered a safe and settled town with a strong sense of community.

20 Violence & Sexual Offences
12 Anti-Social Behaviour
6 Criminal Damage & Arson
4 Vehicle Crime
3 Burglary
3 Shoplifting
2 Other Theft
2 Public Order
Local Policing
Dorset Sherborne Visit force website →
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 6 stations

Yetminster Train Station 0.3 miles
Thornford Train Station 2.5 miles
Yeovil Junction Train Station 2.7 miles
Chetnole Train Station 2.7 miles
Yeovil Pen Mill Train Station 3.9 miles
Sherborne Train Station 4.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Ryme Intrinseca 0.6 miles Beer Hackett 0.6 miles Hamlet 1.2 miles Knighton 1.4 miles Chetnole 1.4 miles Pimperne 1.8 miles Leigh 1.8 miles Closworth 1.9 miles Thornford 2 miles Totnell 2.2 miles Higher Totnell 2.2 miles Lillington 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Dorset
County Somerset
Ward Sherborne East
Constituency West Dorset
Parish Sherborne
Region South West

Streets in DT9 30 shown View all streets

A30 3 A3030 10 A352 10 Abbey Close 1 Abbey Road 5 Abbeymead Court 1 Abels Lane 1 Acreman Place 2 Acreman Street 5 Admirals Close 2 Albany Close 1 Albert Row 2 Alton Mead Lane 2 Ambrose Close 1 Amors Drove 2 Angel Court 1 Askwith Close 1 B3145 2 B3146 5 B3148 1 Babylon Hill 3 Back Drove 1 Back Lane 2 Bailey Ridge 2 Bakehouse Lane 1 Barton Gardens 2 Batcombe Road 1 Bathwell Lane 2 Batten Drive 2 Baunton's Orchard 1

Postcodes in DT9 50 shown View all postcodes

DT9 3AA DT9 3AB DT9 3AD DT9 3AE DT9 3AF DT9 3AG DT9 3AH DT9 3AJ DT9 3AL DT9 3AN DT9 3AP DT9 3AQ DT9 3AR DT9 3AS DT9 3AT DT9 3AU DT9 3AX DT9 3AZ DT9 3BA DT9 3BD DT9 3BH DT9 3BJ DT9 3BL DT9 3BP DT9 3BQ DT9 3BS DT9 3BU DT9 3BY DT9 3BZ DT9 3DA DT9 3DB DT9 3DD DT9 3DE DT9 3DF DT9 3DG DT9 3DH DT9 3DJ DT9 3DN DT9 3DP DT9 3DS DT9 3DT DT9 3DU DT9 3DW DT9 3DX DT9 3DY DT9 3DZ DT9 3EB DT9 3ED DT9 3EG DT9 3EH