About Chillington

Chillington is a small village located in the county of Somerset, in the south-west of England. It lies within the TA17 postcode area and is situated in a rural setting, surrounded by open countryside and rolling hills typical of the region. The village is known for its quiet, peaceful atmosphere and traditional Somerset architecture, with many homes constructed from local stone. It is a community where residents enjoy a close-knit lifestyle and a strong connection to the surrounding landscape. The area is well-served by local amenities, including a village hall and a small shop, and is accessible by road from nearby towns such as Bridgwater and Taunton. Chillington offers a tranquil environment for those seeking a slower pace of life in the English countryside.

School Ratings in Chillington

Families in Chillington have access to 24 local schools. A further 1 school holds a Good rating.

House Prices in Chillington

Homes sell for an average of £627K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £881K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Chillington

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Chillington, with 1 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Chillington

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Chillington around the national average for deprivation. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Chillington

Broadband services in Chillington 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 113 sales

Average Price £627K
£165K — £2.1M
Detached £881K 46
Semi £344K 24
Terraced £402K 30

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

15 Primary
2 Secondary
7 Other
Hinton St George Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.2 miles Herne View Church of England Primary Primary Good 2.2 miles Ilminster Building Good 2.4 miles Dillington House 2.7 miles Winsham Primary School Primary Good 3.3 miles Merriott Primary School Primary 3.6 miles Avishayes Community Primary School Primary 3.6 miles Crewkerne Building Good 3.6 miles Ashlands Church of England Primary School Primary 3.6 miles Shepton Beauchamp Church School Primary 3.6 miles Maiden Beech Academy Primary 3.7 miles Wadham School Secondary 4 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Chillington IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Chillington 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
7/10
Income
9/10
Employment
8/10
Education
8/10
Health
9/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
2/10
433 Children (0-15) 11%
1,985 Working Age 53%
1,758 Older (60+) 47%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 18.4% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 5.8% 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 Chillington 4 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

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

3 Violence & Sexual Offences
1 Anti-Social Behaviour
Local Policing
Avon And Somerset Ilminster and Windwhistle
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

Crewkerne Train Station 4.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Ludney 0.6 miles Higher Chillington 0.6 miles Dowlish Wake 0.9 miles Cudworth 0.9 miles Cricket Malherbie 1.2 miles Dinnington 1.4 miles Allowenshay 1.4 miles Kingstone 1.4 miles Windwhistle 1.4 miles Purtington 1.4 miles Moolham 1.8 miles Coombe 1.8 miles

Local Government

District South Somerset
County Somerset
Ward Eggwood
Constituency Yeovil
Parish Hinton St. George
Region South West

Streets in TA17 25 shown View all streets

Abbey Street 1 Castles Hill 1 Church Hill 1 Church Street 2 Fisher's Lane 1 Frog Lane 1 Gas Lane 1 Green Street 1 High Street 1 Hinton Close 1 Kingstone Road 1 Lopen Road 1 Mangle Cave Hill 3 Merriott Road 2 Mill Lane 1 N/A 4 Old Farm Place 2 Pit Hill 1 Pit Road 1 Poples Well 1 South Street 1 Teakettle Lane 1 West Street 3 Windy Ridge 1 Wood Close Lane 1

Postcodes in TA17 35 shown View all postcodes

TA17 8RX TA17 8RY TA17 8RZ TA17 8SA TA17 8SB TA17 8SD TA17 8SE TA17 8SF TA17 8SG TA17 8SH TA17 8SJ TA17 8SL TA17 8SN TA17 8SP TA17 8SQ TA17 8SR TA17 8SS TA17 8ST TA17 8SU TA17 8SW TA17 8SX TA17 8SY TA17 8SZ TA17 8TA TA17 8TB TA17 8TD TA17 8TE TA17 8TF TA17 8TG TA17 8TH TA17 8TJ TA17 8TL TA17 8TN TA17 8TQ TA17 8TW