About Broadshard

Broadshard is a small settlement located in Somerset, within the county of England. It falls under the TA18 postcode area and is situated in a rural part of the county. The area is characterised by open countryside and agricultural land, typical of the Somerset landscape. While not a large community, Broadshard has a quiet, peaceful atmosphere and is surrounded by fields and hedgerows. The village is close to the River Parrett, which contributes to the local environment and offers opportunities for walking and fishing. There are a few residential properties and farm buildings, reflecting its agricultural roots. The nearest larger village is nearby, providing access to basic amenities. Broadshard remains a modest and unassuming place, with a strong sense of local identity.

School Ratings in Broadshard

Families in Broadshard have access to 19 local schools. A further 1 school holds a Good rating.

House Prices in Broadshard

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 Broadshard

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

Deprivation and Employment in Broadshard

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Broadshard 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 Broadshard

Broadband services in Broadshard 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

15 Primary
1 Secondary
3 Other
Wadham School Secondary 0.3 miles Crewkerne Building Good 0.4 miles Ashlands Church of England Primary School Primary 0.4 miles St Bartholomew's Church of England Primary School Primary 0.9 miles Maiden Beech Academy Primary 1.2 miles Merriott Primary School Primary 1.4 miles Perrott Hill School Limited 1.5 miles Horizons Therapeutic Education Trust 1.7 miles Haselbury Plucknett Church of England Primary School Primary 1.7 miles Hinton St George Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.1 miles West Chinnock Church School Primary 2.3 miles Parrett and Axe Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary Good 3.5 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Broadshard IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Broadshard 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 Broadshard 45 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Broadshard 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
Avon And Somerset Crewkerne Town
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 4 stations

Crewkerne Train Station 1.4 miles
Yeovil Junction Train Station 8.1 miles
Yeovil Pen Mill Train Station 8.6 miles
Yetminster Train Station 9.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Crewkerne 0.6 miles Merriott 1.2 miles Merriottsford 1.2 miles Roundham 1.4 miles Misterton 1.4 miles Hinton St George 1.8 miles Hewish 1.8 miles Haselbury Plucknett 1.9 miles North Perrott 2 miles Woolminstone 2.2 miles West Chinnock 2.2 miles Snails Hill 2.2 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