About South Cheriton

South Cheriton is a small village located in Somerset, England, within the BA8 postcode area. It is situated near the larger town of Wincanton, which offers additional amenities and services. The village is primarily residential, with a few local facilities that cater to the needs of its inhabitants. Surrounded by the beautiful countryside of Somerset, South Cheriton provides opportunities for walking and enjoying the outdoors. The area is characterised by its rural landscape, which includes fields and hedgerows typical of the region. The village is easily accessible by road, making it a convenient spot for those wishing to explore the surrounding areas or commute to nearby towns.

School Ratings in South Cheriton

Families in South Cheriton have access to 12 local schools. Marchant Holliday School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

House Prices in South Cheriton

Homes sell for an average of £337K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £436K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in South Cheriton

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Criminal damage & arson is the leading concern across South Cheriton, with 2 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in South Cheriton

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places South Cheriton 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 South Cheriton

Broadband services in South Cheriton 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 636 sales

Average Price £337K
£5K — £2.86M
Detached £436K 218
Semi £290K 178
Terraced £198K 144
Flat £112K 36

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

9 Primary
1 Secondary
2 Other
Horsington Church School Primary 0.3 miles Marchant Holliday School Outstanding 1 miles Abbas and Templecombe Church School Primary 1.4 miles Charlton Horethorne Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.1 miles Wincanton Primary School Primary Good 2.6 miles King Arthur's School Secondary 2.6 miles The Balsam Children's Centre Good 2.8 miles Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Primary Primary 2.8 miles St Nicholas CofE Primary School, Henstridge Primary 3.3 miles Milborne Port Primary School Primary 3.7 miles North Cadbury Church of England Primary School Primary Good 4.2 miles Stalbridge Church of England Primary School Primary Good 4.7 miles

Deprivation and Employment in South Cheriton IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in South Cheriton 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
6/10
Health
8/10
Housing
1/10
Living Environment
3/10
1,799 Children (0-15) 15%
6,634 Working Age 57%
4,361 Older (60+) 37%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 24.9% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 11.6% 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 South Cheriton 12 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in South Cheriton 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 village where serious incidents remain uncommon.

7 Violence & Sexual Offences
2 Criminal Damage & Arson
1 Burglary
1 Other Theft
1 Vehicle Crime
Local Policing
Avon And Somerset Wincanton Rural 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 6 stations

Templecombe Train Station 1.5 miles
Sherborne Train Station 6.2 miles
Bruton Train Station 6.4 miles
Castle Cary Train Station 6.7 miles
Gillingham (Dorset) Train Station 7.1 miles
Thornford Train Station 8.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

North Cheriton 0.6 miles Horsington 0.9 miles Wilkin Throop 0.9 miles Wilkinthroop 0.9 miles Lattiford 1.2 miles Combe Throop 1.4 miles Abbas Combe 1.4 miles Templecombe 1.4 miles Holton 1.4 miles Stowell 1.4 miles Maperton 1.8 miles Silver Knap 1.9 miles

Local Government

District South Somerset
County Somerset
Ward Blackmoor Vale
Constituency Somerton and Frome
Parish North Cheriton
Region South West

Streets in BA8 30 shown View all streets

A357 11 Ash End 2 Ash Walk 4 B3145 4 Batchpool Lane 2 Bazeland's Hill 1 Behind Hayes Lane 1 Blackacre Hill 1 Blackmoor Lane 2 Blackmore Vale Close 1 Bowden Lane 2 Bowden Road 4 Brines Orchard 2 Broadmoor Lane 1 Brook Lane 1 Brookland Way 1 Bugle Court 1 Cabbage Lane 2 Casterbridge Place 1 Centenary Gardens 1 Chapel Lane 1 Charlton Hill 1 Cheriton Street 2 Church Hill 2 Church Street 2 Coldhills Lane 1 Combe Hill 1 Common Lane 1 Duck Lane 1 East Street 1

Postcodes in BA8 50 shown View all postcodes

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