About Burtle

Burtle is a small village located in Somerset, England, within the TA7 postcode area. It lies in a rural part of the county, surrounded by open countryside and agricultural land. The village is situated near the River Parrett, which flows through the area and contributes to the local landscape. Burtle is known for its peaceful setting and traditional English countryside character. The village has a small number of homes and is close to the larger village of Chedzoy. There are no major commercial facilities in Burtle itself, and it remains a quiet residential area. The surrounding fields and hedgerows are typical of the Somerset countryside, offering a tranquil environment for those who live there. The village is accessible by road, with the A375 running nearby, connecting it to other local communities.

School Ratings in Burtle

Families in Burtle have access to 15 local schools. Dovecote School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Burtle

Homes sell for an average of £345K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £421K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Burtle

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Criminal damage & arson is the leading concern across Burtle, with 1 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Burtle

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Burtle 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 Burtle

Broadband services in Burtle 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 2,119 sales

Average Price £345K
£500 — £2.04M
Detached £421K 961
Semi £272K 651
Terraced £217K 284
Flat £131K 24

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

9 Primary
1 Secondary
5 Other
Catcott Primary School Primary Good 2 miles Dovecote School Outstanding 2.9 miles Woolavington Building 3.1 miles Woolavington Village Primary School Primary Good 3.1 miles Hugh Sexey Church of England Middle School Middle deemed secondary Good 3.2 miles Sedgemoor Manor School Good 3.4 miles Abbot's Way School Requires Improvement 3.5 miles East Huntspill Primary Academy Primary 3.7 miles Meare Village Primary School Primary Good 3.7 miles Wedmore First School Academy Primary 3.7 miles Kingsmoor Primary School Primary 3.8 miles Mark First and Pre-School CE Academy Primary 3.8 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Burtle IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Burtle 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
5/10
Income
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
5/10
Health
7/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
3/10
4,037 Children (0-15) 15%
16,449 Working Age 59%
9,604 Older (60+) 35%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 26.1% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 9.3% 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 Burtle 17 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Burtle 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.

16 Violence & Sexual Offences
1 Criminal Damage & Arson
Local Policing
Avon And Somerset Sedgemoor South East
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

Highbridge And Burnham Train Station 5.4 miles
Bridgwater Train Station 6.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Burtle Hill 0.6 miles Catcott 1.9 miles Edington 2 miles Chilton Polden 2.2 miles Westhay 2.5 miles Westham 2.6 miles Cossington 2.8 miles Shapwick 2.8 miles Heath House 3.1 miles Stawell 3.1 miles Oxenpill 3.2 miles Woolavington 3.2 miles

Local Government

District Sedgemoor
County Somerset
Ward North Petherton
Constituency Bridgwater and West Somerset
Parish North Petherton
Region South West

Streets in TA7 30 shown View all streets

A361 2 A372 1 Adder Lane 1 Adsborough Lane 1 Anchorage Court 1 Back Lane 1 Bankland Drove 1 Bankland Lane 1 Banklands 1 Barley Close 1 Barton Rise 2 Bath Road 25 Bawden Close 2 Bawdrip Lane 1 Bedwell Lane 1 Bell Lane 2 Berhill 1 Billicombe Lane 1 Birch Avenue 1 Blacksmiths Lane 1 Blake Green 1 Bradley Lane 1 Bradney Bridge 1 Bradney Lane 1 Brent Road 2 Brentsfield Lane 1 Bridewell Lane 3 Broadlawn 1 Broadmead Lane 3 Broadstone 1

Postcodes in TA7 50 shown View all postcodes

TA7 0AA TA7 0AB TA7 0AD TA7 0AE TA7 0AF TA7 0AG TA7 0AH TA7 0AJ TA7 0AL TA7 0AN TA7 0AP TA7 0AQ TA7 0AR TA7 0AS TA7 0AT TA7 0AU TA7 0AW TA7 0AX TA7 0AY TA7 0AZ TA7 0BA TA7 0BB TA7 0BD TA7 0BE TA7 0BG TA7 0BH TA7 0BJ TA7 0BL TA7 0BN TA7 0BP TA7 0BQ TA7 0BS TA7 0BT TA7 0BU TA7 0BW TA7 0BX TA7 0BY TA7 0BZ TA7 0DA TA7 0DB TA7 0DD TA7 0DE TA7 0DF TA7 0DG TA7 0DH TA7 0DJ TA7 0DL TA7 0DN TA7 0DP TA7 0DQ