About Woolverton

Woolverton is a small village located in Somerset, England, within the BA11 postcode area. It is situated near the River Frome and offers a peaceful atmosphere for residents and visitors alike. The village features a mix of traditional stone cottages and modern homes, reflecting its development over the years. Woolverton is surrounded by scenic countryside, making it a suitable spot for walking and enjoying the natural landscape. The village is served by a local pub, which provides a social hub for the community. Woolverton also has a primary school, catering to the educational needs of families in the area. Nearby, you can find larger towns such as Frome and Bath, which offer additional amenities and services. Overall, Woolverton presents a quiet village lifestyle while remaining accessible to nearby urban centres.

School Ratings in Woolverton

Families in Woolverton have access to 53 local schools. Springmead Preparatory School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Woolverton

Homes sell for an average of £386K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £303K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Woolverton

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Shoplifting is the leading concern across Woolverton, with 34 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Woolverton

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Woolverton 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 Woolverton

Woolverton benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 5,403 sales

Average Price £386K
£1K — £15.71M
Detached £509K 1,398
Semi £326K 1,318
Terraced £303K 1,777
Flat £176K 542

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

31 Primary
7 Secondary
15 Other
Rode Methodist VC First School Primary Good 0.5 miles Beckington Church First School Primary 1.2 miles Springmead Preparatory School Outstanding 1.3 miles Norton St Philip Church of England First School Primary Good 2 miles Berkley Church of England First School Primary Requires Improvement 2.6 miles Frome Community College Secondary 2.7 miles LUMIAR STOWFORD SCHOOL Inadequate 2.8 miles Southwick Church of England Primary School Primary 2.8 miles Selwood Academy Middle deemed secondary Good 3.1 miles North Hill House 3.2 miles Frome North Requires Improvement 3.2 miles Hayesdown First School Primary Good 3.2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Woolverton IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Woolverton 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
6/10
Income
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
5/10
Health
7/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
6/10
8,853 Children (0-15) 18%
29,294 Working Age 59%
14,641 Older (60+) 30%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 24.9% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 12.1% 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 Woolverton 253 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

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

86 Violence & Sexual Offences
34 Shoplifting
33 Anti-Social Behaviour
28 Public Order
20 Other Theft
18 Criminal Damage & Arson
12 Vehicle Crime
6 Burglary
6 Robbery
5 Other Crime
4 Weapons
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Avon And Somerset Frome Rural North
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

Frome Train Station 3.8 miles
Avoncliff Train Station 4 miles
Dilton Marsh Train Station 4.1 miles
Freshford Train Station 4.2 miles
Westbury Train Station 4.3 miles
Trowbridge Train Station 4.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Shawford 0 yards Rode 0.6 miles Rode Hill 0.9 miles Laverton 1.2 miles Lullington 1.4 miles Tellisford 1.4 miles Beckington 1.4 miles Norton St Philip 1.8 miles Oldford 2 miles Hoggington 2.2 miles Rudge 2.2 miles Standerwick 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Mendip
County Somerset
Ward Frome Market
Constituency Somerton and Frome
Parish Frome
Region South West

Streets in BA11 30 shown View all streets

A359 1 A36 4 A361 6 A362 10 Acacia Drive 1 Acorn Close 1 Adderwell Close 1 Adderwell Road 3 Alder Walk 1 Alexandra Road 3 Alice Street 1 Armstrong Road 1 Ashfield Close 1 Ashtree Road 3 Aspen Close 2 Austin Close 2 Avenue Road 1 B3090 1 B3092 3 Back Street 1 Badcox 1 Baker Street 1 Barn Close 1 Bartlett Close 1 Bath Road 9 Bath Street 7 Beaconsfield Way 2 Beech Court 1 Beechwood Avenue 3 Beechwood Close 1

Postcodes in BA11 50 shown View all postcodes

BA11 1AB BA11 1AE BA11 1AF BA11 1AG BA11 1AH BA11 1AJ BA11 1AL BA11 1AN BA11 1AP BA11 1AQ BA11 1AR BA11 1AS BA11 1AT BA11 1AU BA11 1AX BA11 1AY BA11 1AZ BA11 1BB BA11 1BE BA11 1BG BA11 1BH BA11 1BL BA11 1BN BA11 1BP BA11 1BQ BA11 1BS BA11 1BT BA11 1BU BA11 1BW BA11 1BX BA11 1BY BA11 1BZ BA11 1DA BA11 1DB BA11 1DE BA11 1DF BA11 1DG BA11 1DH BA11 1DJ BA11 1DL BA11 1DN BA11 1DQ BA11 1DR BA11 1DS BA11 1DT BA11 1DU BA11 1DW BA11 1EA BA11 1EB BA11 1ED