About Little Load

Little Load is a small village located in Somerset, England, within the TA10 postcode area. This rural community is characterised by its agricultural surroundings and traditional English countryside. The village offers a peaceful atmosphere, making it a suitable spot for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. The nearby landscape features typical Somerset scenery, including fields and hedgerows. Local amenities may be limited, but the village is close to larger towns where one can find shops and services. Little Load serves as a reminder of the slower pace of life found in rural England, appealing to visitors who appreciate the simplicity of village living.

School Ratings in Little Load

There are 17 schools in and around Little Load. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Little Load

The average property price is £355K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £435K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Little Load

Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Shoplifting is prevalent across Little Load, with 5 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Little Load

Little Load 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 Little Load

Broadband availability in Little Load includes superfast options in many areas, though speeds can vary. Mobile coverage is generally adequate on 4G, but 5G and indoor reception may be limited in some spots. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 1,617 sales

Average Price £355K
£4K — £2M
Detached £435K 725
Semi £280K 399
Terraced £237K 249
Flat £125K 81

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

13 Primary
2 Secondary
2 Other
Long Sutton CofE Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Ash Church of England Primary School Primary 2.4 miles Huish Episcopi Academy Secondary 2.7 miles Langport Building 3 miles King Ina Church of England Academy Primary Requires Improvement 3.1 miles Huish Episcopi Primary School Primary Good 3.1 miles Martock Church School Primary 3.2 miles Ilchester Community School Primary 3.2 miles South Somerset North 3.6 miles Kingsbury Episcopi Primary School Primary Good 3.7 miles St Margaret's School, Tintinhull Primary Good 3.9 miles Castle Primary School Primary Good 4.4 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Little Load IMD 2025

Little Load 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
6/10
Health
8/10
Housing
1/10
Living Environment
4/10
2,274 Children (0-15) 14%
9,149 Working Age 56%
6,493 Older (60+) 40%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 24.4% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 8.6% 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 Little Load 38 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Reported crime levels in Little Load sit broadly in line with national averages for a small town of this size. Violence & sexual offences accounts for the largest share of recorded offences. The profile is typical of a well-populated area with a mix of residential and commercial activity.

18 Violence & Sexual Offences
5 Shoplifting
3 Criminal Damage & Arson
3 Vehicle Crime
2 Drugs
2 Public Order
2 Other Crime
1 Anti-Social Behaviour
1 Burglary
1 Robbery
Local Policing
Avon And Somerset Somerton and Langport
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 3 stations

Yeovil Pen Mill Train Station 8.3 miles
Yeovil Junction Train Station 9.2 miles
Crewkerne Train Station 10 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Long Load 0.6 miles Long Sutton 0.6 miles Knole 1.4 miles Upton 1.4 miles Pibsbury 1.8 miles Muchelney 1.9 miles Milton 1.9 miles Stapleton 1.9 miles Muchelney Ham 2 miles Witcombe 2 miles Huish Episcopi 2.2 miles Wagg 2.2 miles

Local Government

District South Somerset
County Somerset
Ward Curry Rivel, Huish & Langport
Constituency Somerton and Frome
Parish Curry Rivel
Region South West

Streets in TA10 30 shown View all streets

A372 13 A378 6 Abbey Close 1 Abbey Fields 1 Aller Drove 1 Aller Hill 1 B3153 4 B3165 13 B3168 13 Back Lane 3 Back Street 1 Badger Close 1 Barrymore Close 2 Bartletts Elm 3 Bedwyn Close 1 Beer Road 3 Bicknell Drive 1 Bishops Drive 1 Blackdown View 1 Bonds Pool 1 Bow Street 5 Breach Furlong Lane 1 Brookland Road 3 Burton Close 1 Bush Place 1 Chatham Place 3 Chatham Rise 1 Cheapside 4 Cherry Court 1 Church Lane 1

Postcodes in TA10 50 shown View all postcodes

TA10 0AA TA10 0AB TA10 0AD TA10 0AE TA10 0AF TA10 0AG TA10 0AH TA10 0AJ TA10 0AL TA10 0AN TA10 0AP TA10 0AR TA10 0AS TA10 0AT TA10 0AU TA10 0AW TA10 0AX TA10 0AY TA10 0AZ TA10 0BA TA10 0BB TA10 0BD TA10 0BE TA10 0BG TA10 0BH TA10 0BJ TA10 0BL TA10 0BN TA10 0BP TA10 0BQ TA10 0BS TA10 0BT TA10 0BU TA10 0BW TA10 0DA TA10 0DB TA10 0DD TA10 0DE TA10 0DF TA10 0DG TA10 0DH TA10 0DJ TA10 0DL TA10 0DN TA10 0DP TA10 0DQ TA10 0DR TA10 0DT TA10 0DU TA10 0DW