Templecombe, Somerset | Local Guide & Postcodes

About Templecombe

Templecombe is a small village located in Somerset, England, within the BA8 postcode area. It is situated near the River Henstridge and is surrounded by the countryside, offering a peaceful setting for residents and visitors alike. The village is primarily residential, with a few local amenities including a shop and a pub, catering to the needs of the community.

The area is served by Templecombe railway station, which provides convenient access to nearby towns and cities, making it a practical choice for commuters. The village is also close to larger settlements such as Wincanton and Sherborne, where additional services and attractions can be found. Templecombe’s location allows for easy exploration of the surrounding Somerset countryside, making it a suitable base for those looking to enjoy rural England.

School Ratings in Templecombe

There are 12 schools in and around Templecombe. Marchant Holliday School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

House Prices in Templecombe

The average property price is £337K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £444K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Templecombe

Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Templecombe, with 4 recorded incidents in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Templecombe

Templecombe 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.

Healthcare in Templecombe

There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of Templecombe, the nearest being Milborne Port Pharmacy Limited (3 miles away).

Local Data for Templecombe

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Property Prices 649 sales

Average Price £337K

£5K , £2.86M

Detached £444K 242

Semi £260K 155

Terraced £204K 158

Flat £126K 33

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

8 Primary

2 Secondary

2 Other

Outstanding 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the BA8 postcode area.

Abbas and Templecombe Church School Primary 0.3 miles Horsington Church School Primary 1.2 miles St Nicholas CofE Primary School, Henstridge Primary 1.9 miles Marchant Holliday School Not applicable Outstanding 2.4 miles Charlton Horethorne Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.5 miles Milborne Port Primary School Primary 2.9 miles Stalbridge Church of England Primary School Primary Good 3.4 miles Wincanton Primary School Primary Good 3.6 miles The Balsam Children's Centre Good 3.8 miles King Arthur's School Secondary 3.8 miles Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Primary Primary 3.8 miles The Gryphon School Secondary Good 4.9 miles

Household Income in Templecombe ONS 2023

The average total household income in Templecombe is approximately £52,980 a year before tax, 4% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £40,546. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Templecombe £52,980

England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £40,546.

Businesses in Templecombe ONS 2025

There are approximately 221 active businesses based in Templecombe, around 57 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 91% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 1 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

221 Total businesses

57 Per 1,000 residents

Micro, 0-9 91%

Small, 10-49 9%

Medium, 50-249 0%

Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Templecombe IMD 2025

Templecombe 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

5/10

Income

7/10

Employment

7/10

Education

6/10

Health

8/10

Housing

1/10

Living Environment

3/10

Children 0-15 18%

Working age 56%

Older 65+ 26%

686 Children (0-15) 18%

2,152 Working Age 56%

1,038 Older (65+) 27%

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 Templecombe 18 crimes · May 2026

Average Crime Area

Reported crime levels in Templecombe sit broadly in line with national averages for a village 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.

Violence & Sexual Offences 8

Anti-Social Behaviour 4

Public Order 3

Criminal Damage & Arson 1

Other Theft 1

Vehicle Crime 1

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 0.2 miles

Sherborne Train Station 5.6 miles

Gillingham (Dorset) Train Station 6.8 miles

Thornford Train Station 7.7 miles

Bruton Train Station 7.7 miles

Castle Cary Train Station 8.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Abbas Combe 0 yards Horsington 0.6 miles Combe Throop 0.9 miles Yenston 0.9 miles Stowell 1.2 miles Wilkin Throop 1.4 miles Wilkinthroop 1.4 miles South Cheriton 1.4 miles Henstridge Bowden 1.4 miles Whitchurch 1.8 miles Henstridge Ash 1.8 miles Higher Nyland 1.9 miles

Local Government

District South Somerset

County Somerset

Ward Blackmoor Vale

Constituency Somerton and Frome

Parish North Cheriton

Region South West

Home Ownership in Templecombe

Of the 1,712 households in and around Templecombe, 68% are owned, 15% are socially rented and 17% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 68% Social rented 15% Private rented 17%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Templecombe.

Frequently Asked Questions about Templecombe

What is the population of Templecombe?

Templecombe has a population of approximately 3,876 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.

What is the average house price in Templecombe?

The average property in and around Templecombe sold for about £336,569, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 4% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.

Is Templecombe a deprived area?

Templecombe sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 5 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.

What postcodes cover Templecombe?

Templecombe is covered by the BA8 postcode district.

How many schools are there in Templecombe?

There are 12 schools within easy reach of Templecombe, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.

Where is the nearest train station to Templecombe?

The nearest railway station to Templecombe is Templecombe Train Station, about 0.2 miles away.

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

BA8 0AA BA8 0AB BA8 0AD BA8 0AE BA8 0AF BA8 0AG BA8 0AH BA8 0AJ BA8 0AL BA8 0AN BA8 0AP BA8 0AQ BA8 0AR BA8 0AS BA8 0AT BA8 0AU BA8 0AW BA8 0AX BA8 0AY BA8 0AZ BA8 0BA BA8 0BB BA8 0BD BA8 0BE BA8 0BG BA8 0BH BA8 0BJ BA8 0BL BA8 0BN BA8 0BP BA8 0BQ BA8 0BR BA8 0BS BA8 0BT BA8 0BU BA8 0BW BA8 0BX BA8 0BY BA8 0BZ BA8 0DA BA8 0DB BA8 0DD BA8 0DE BA8 0DF BA8 0DG BA8 0DH BA8 0DJ BA8 0DL BA8 0DN BA8 0DP

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