Area Info for Crewkerne (Somerset)

Overview of Crewkerne

Crewkerne is a historic market town located in Somerset, South West England. It is situated near the border with Dorset and is known for its rich history and charming architecture. The town has a population of approximately 9,000 residents and serves as a local centre for surrounding rural communities.

History

Crewkerne has a long history dating back to at least the medieval period. The town was historically involved in the wool and cloth industry, which contributed significantly to its development during the Middle Ages. The presence of historic buildings, such as the Church of St Bartholomew, reflects its medieval heritage.

Economy and Industry

Traditionally, Crewkerne's economy was based on textiles, particularly wool and cloth manufacturing. Today, the town has diversified its economy, with local businesses, retail, and service industries playing vital roles. The town also benefits from tourism, thanks to its historic sites and scenic surroundings.

Transport

Crewkerne is well-connected by road and rail. The town has a railway station on the West of England line, providing links to Exeter, London, and other major cities. The A30 and A356 roads serve the area, facilitating regional travel.

Local Attractions and Amenities

Visitors and residents can enjoy various attractions, including the historic town centre, local markets, and nearby countryside. The town offers amenities such as shops, pubs, schools, and healthcare facilities. The surrounding area features scenic walks and outdoor activities.

Community and Culture

Crewkerne hosts various community events and festivals throughout the year, fostering a strong local identity. The town has active community groups, sports clubs, and cultural organisations that contribute to its vibrant social life.
Education
School
Ashlands Church of England First School0.00 miles
North Street, Crewkerne, Somerset, TA18 7AL
Wadham School0.46 miles
Mount Pleasant, Crewkerne, Somerset, TA18 7NT
St Bartholomew's Church of England First School0.71 miles
Kithill, Crewkerne, Somerset, TA18 8AS
Maiden Beech Academy0.83 miles
Lyme Road, Crewkerne, Somerset, TA18 8HG
Misterton Church of England First School1.57 miles
Misterton, Crewkerne, Somerset, TA18 8LZ
Perrott Hill School1.67 miles
North Perrott, Crewkerne, Somerset, TA18 7SL
Merriott First School1.71 miles
Church Street, Merriott, Somerset, TA16 5PT
Haselbury Plucknett Church of England First School2.03 miles
North Street, Haselbury Plucknett, Crewkerne, Somerset, TA18 7RQ
Hinton St George Church of England School2.12 miles
West Street, Hinton St George, Somerset, TA17 8SA
West Chinnock Church of England Primary School2.65 miles
Scotts Way, West Chinnock, Crewkerne, Somerset, TA18 7PU
Parrett and Axe Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School3.28 miles
Fairoak Way, Mosterton, Beaminster, Dorset, DT8 3JQ
South Petherton Junior School4.02 miles
Hayes End, South Petherton, Somerset, TA13 5AG
South Petherton Church of England Infants School4.20 miles
Church Path, Hele Lane, South Petherton, Somerset, TA13 5DY
Norton-sub-Hamdon Church of England Primary School4.24 miles
New Road, Norton-sub-Hamdon, Stoke-Sub-Hamdon, Somerset, TA14 6SF
Broadwindsor Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School4.57 miles
Drimpton Road, Broadwindsor, Beaminster, Dorset, DT8 3QL
Winsham Primary School4.69 miles
Church Street, Winsham, Chard, Somerset, TA20 4HU
Health
Clinic
Community Services (Charter House)6.68 miles
Bartec 4, Watercombe Lane, Lynx West Trading Estate, Yeovil, Somerset, BA20 2SU
Community Services (Bartec)6.68 miles
Bartec, Watercombe Lane, Lynx West Trading Estate, Yeovil, Somerset, BA20 2SU
Bupa Home Healthcare - Somerset Community Copd Service6.75 miles
Wynford House, Lufton Way, Lufton, Yeovil, Somerset, BA22 8HR
Bracken House (Community & Choose & Book)6.85 miles
Crewkerne Rd, Crewkerne Road, Crewkerne, TA20 1YA
Chard Dental Access Centre6.98 miles
21 Leach Road, Chard Business Park, Chard, Somerset, TA20 1FA
Somerset Primary Healthcare6.98 miles
Lentells Limited, 17-18 Leach Road, Chard Business Park, Chard, Somerset, TA20 1FA
South Somerset Camhs7.67 miles
The Balidon Centre, Summerlands Site, Preston Rd, Yeovil, BA20 2BX
Rowan7.67 miles
Summerlands Hospital Site, Preston Road, Yeovil, BA20 2BX
Magnolia7.72 miles
Summerlands Hospital Site, Preston Road, Yeovil, Somerset, BA20 2BN
Holly Court7.72 miles
Summerlands, Preston Rd, Yeovil, Somerset, BA20 2BN
Fiveways Resource Centre8.00 miles
Ilchester Road, Yeovil, Somerset, BA21 3BB
Ryalls Park Medical Centre8.12 miles
Marsh Lane, Yeovil, Somerset, BA21 3BA
Specsavers Hearcare - Devon - Axminster11.51 miles
The Guildhall, West Street, Axminster, Devon, EX13 5NX
Lyme NHS Clinical Services12.68 miles
Lyme Community Care Centre, Uplyme Road, Lyme Regis, Dorset, DT7 3LS
Learning Disabilities15.47 miles
Future 4, Six Acres Resource Centre, Roman Road, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 2BD
Six Acres Resource Centre15.47 miles
Roman Road, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 2BD
GP
West One Surgery0.29 miles
West Street, West Street, Crewkerne, TA18 8AY
Crewkerne Health Centre0.44 miles
Middle Path, Crewkerne, Somerset, TA18 8BX
South Petherton Surgery4.54 miles
South Petherton Medical Centre, Bernard Way, South Petherton, Somerset, TA13 5EG
Hamdon Medical Centre4.85 miles
Matts Lane, Stoke-Sub-Hamdon, Somerset, TA14 6QE
Westlake Surgery5.29 miles
Dr Lindsay Smith, Westlake Surgery, West Coker, Somerset, BA22 9AH
Westlake Surgery - Dr J P Cox and Dr H E Day5.36 miles
High Street, West Coker, Somerset, BA22 9AH
Tunnel Road Surgery Beaminster5.58 miles
Tunnel Road Surgery, 24 Tunnel Road, Beaminster, Dorset, DT8 3AB
Church Street Surgery5.82 miles
Church Street, Martock, Somerset, TA12 6JL
Barton House Practice5.92 miles
Barton House, Beaminster, Dorset, DT8 3EQ
The Meadows Surgery5.99 miles
Canal Way, Ilminster Medical Centre, Canal Way, Ilminster, Somerset, TA19 9FE
Summervale Medical Centre6.05 miles
Canal Way, Ilminster, Somerset, Somerset, TA19 9FE
Abbey Manor Medical Practice7.21 miles
Abbey Manor Park, Yeovil, Somerset, England - Uk, BA21 3TL
Essex House Medical Centre7.27 miles
59 Fore Street, Chard, Somerset, TA20 1QA
Tawstock Medical Centre7.49 miles
St Mary`s Crescent, Chard, Somerset, TA20 2DZ
Springmead Surgery7.58 miles
Summerfields Road, Chard, Somerset, TA20 2EW
Preston Grove Medical Centre7.63 miles
Preston Grove Medical Centre, Preston Grove, Yeovil, Somerset, BA20 2BQ
Hospital
Crewkerne Community Hospital0.47 miles
Middle Path,, TA18 8BG
South Petherton Community Hospital4.51 miles
Bernard Way,, TA13 5EF
Chard Community Hospital6.86 miles
Crewkerne Road,, TA20 1NF
Yeovil District Hospital8.14 miles
Higher Kingston, Yeovil, Somerset, BA21 4AT
Bridport Community Hospital10.10 miles
Hospital Lane, North Allington, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 5DR
Greenfields Day Hospital10.10 miles
Hospital Lane, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 5DR
Axminster Community Hospital11.26 miles
Chard Road, Axminster, Devon, EX13 5DU
Yeatman Hospital12.80 miles
Hospital Lane, Sherborne, Dorset, DT9 3JU
Musgrove Park Hospital16.52 miles
Musgrove Park Hospital, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 5DA
Seaton Hospital17.05 miles
Valley View Road, Seaton, Devon, EX12 2UU
Nuffield Health, Taunton Hospital17.47 miles
Staplegrove Elm, Taunton, Somerset, TA2 6AN
Forston Clinic17.55 miles
Herrison Road, Dorschester, Dorset, DT2 9TB
Honiton Hospital18.18 miles
Marlpits Road, Honiton, EX14 2DE
Glastonbury Dental Access Centre18.45 miles
1 Wells Road, Glastonbury, Somerset, BA6 9DD
Bridgwater Community Hospital18.95 miles
Bridgwater Community Hospital, Bower Lane, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 4GU
West Mendip Community Hospital19.36 miles
Old Wells Road,, BA6 8JD
Pharmacy
Boots0.22 miles
8 - 10 Market Street, Crewkerne, TA18 7LA
Crewkerne Pharmacy0.44 miles
Crewkerne Health Centre, Middle Path, Crewkerne, Somerset, TA18 8BX
The Co-Operative Pharmacy0.47 miles
The Pharmacy, Middle Path, Crewkerne, Somerset, TA18 8BG
Merriott Pharmacy1.35 miles
2 Broadway, Merriott, TA16 5NQ
Boots4.31 miles
6 Market Square, South Petherton, Somerset, TA13 5BT
South Petherton Pharmacy4.51 miles
Primary Healthcentre, Bernard Way, South Petherton, Somerset, TA13 5EF
Day Lewis4.85 miles
Hamdon Medical Centre, Matts Lane, Stoke Sub Hamdon, TA14 6QE
Boots5.64 miles
6 East Street, Ilminster, TA19 0AJ
Minster Pharmacy5.71 miles
15 Silver Street, Ilminster, Somerset, TA19 0DH
Beaminster Pharmacy5.84 miles
20 Hogshill Street, Beaminster, Dorset, DT8 3AA
The Co-Operative Pharmacy5.87 miles
The Chantry, Church Street, Martock, TA12 6JL
Asda Stores Ltd6.79 miles
Preston Road, Yeovil,, BA20 2HB
Options Pharmacy7.06 miles
61b West Coker Road, Yeovil,, BA20 2JD
Day Lewis7.21 miles
Abbey Pharmacy, 5a The Forum, Abbey Manor Park, BA21 3TL
Lloydspharmacy7.27 miles
59 Fore Street, Chard, Somerset, TA20 1QA
Boots7.43 miles
5 Fore Street, Chard, TA20 1PH
Leisure
Park
BINCOMBE BEECHES0.13 miles
HINTON HOUSE (Grade II Listed)2.00 miles
WAYFORD MANOR (Grade II Listed)3.08 miles
CRICKET HOUSE (Grade II* Listed)4.23 miles
HAM HILL4.78 miles
HARDINGTON MOOR4.94 miles
HORN PARK QUARRY4.99 miles
EAST LAMBROOK MANOR (Grade I Listed)5.59 miles
MONTACUTE HOUSE (Grade I Listed)5.69 miles
BARRINGTON COURT (Grade II* Listed)5.74 miles
BEAMINSTER MANOR (Grade II Listed)5.80 miles
FORDE ABBEY (Grade II* Listed)5.88 miles
BRYMPTON D'EVERCY (Grade II* Listed)5.95 miles
CHARD RESERVOIR6.31 miles
PARNHAM HOUSE (Grade II* Listed)6.32 miles
DONYATT RECREATIONAL AREA7.12 miles
Shop
Groceries
Lidl Crewkerne0.20 miles
The George Shopping Centre, Crewkerne, TA18 7LU
Budgens Crewkerne0.21 miles
16 Falkland Square, South Street, Crewkerne, Somerset, TA18 7JS
Waitrose Crewkerne0.30 miles
South Street, Crewkerne, Somerset, TA18 8DA
Nisa Local0.79 miles
Park View, Crewkerne, Somerset, TA18 8JN
Co-op Crewkerne1.35 miles
Merriott, TA16 5NQ
Mosterton Village Shop3.02 miles
1A Orchard Way, Mosterton Dorset DT8 3LT
SPAR Euro Garage South Petherton3.74 miles
Spar, Harp Road, Somerset, TA13 5JG
Co-op South Petherton4.29 miles
4 St James Street, South Petherton, TA13 5BS
Londis Cartgate Services5.26 miles
Stoke, Sub Hamdon, TA14 6RA
Co-op Yeovil5.43 miles
Stoke Sub Hamdon, TA14 6UQ
Tesco Ilminster (Superstore)5.60 miles
Shudrick Ln, Ilminster, Somerset, TA19 0BQ
Co-op Ilminster5.67 miles
Ilminster, TA19 0AH
Londis Hogshill Stores Ltd5.75 miles
39-41 Clay Lane, Beaminster, DT8 3BX
Co-op Beaminster5.93 miles
Beaminster, DT8 3AU
Co-op Martock6.00 miles
Martock, TA12 6DL
SPAR Martock6.01 miles
7 North Street, Somerset, TA12 6DH
Transport
Airport
Exeter International Airport28.99 miles
Bristol International Airport34.73 miles
Bus Stop
Kings Arms (N)0.11 miles
George Hotel (S)0.14 miles
Bincombe Drive (NW)0.29 miles
Bincombe Close (SE)0.29 miles
West Street (E)0.30 miles
West Street (W)0.30 miles
South Street (SE)0.38 miles
Furland Road (N)0.40 miles
South Street (NW)0.40 miles
Furland Road (S)0.41 miles
Laburnham Crescent (W)0.41 miles
Laburnham Crescent (E)0.41 miles
Wadham School (N)0.50 miles
Wadham School (NW)0.54 miles
The Avenue Stores (E)0.55 miles
Wadham School (SE)0.55 miles
Ferry Port
Bridgwater Ferry Terminal19.64 miles
Weymouth Ferry Terminal24.53 miles
Topsham (Turf Lock Ferry) Ferry Landing32.50 miles
Topsham Ferry Landing32.53 miles
Topsham Lock Ferry Landing32.65 miles
Turf Lock Inn Ferry Landing33.09 miles
Weston-super-Mare Knightstone Harbour33.14 miles
Exmouth Ferry Landing33.17 miles
Starcross Ferry Landing33.59 miles
Poole Ferry Terminal37.17 miles
Poole Quay Ferry Landing37.41 miles
Clevedon Pier38.59 miles
The Cottage Ferry Landing39.47 miles
Nova Scotia Ferry Landing39.49 miles
Pumphouse Ferry Landing39.54 miles
Bristol Marina Ferry Landing39.62 miles
Railway Station
Crewkerne Rail Station1.20 miles
Yeovil Junction Rail Station8.42 miles
Yeovil Pen Mill Rail Station8.90 miles
Thornford Rail Station9.61 miles
Yetminster Rail Station9.72 miles
Chetnole Rail Station9.84 miles
Axminster Rail Station11.75 miles
Maiden Newton Rail Station12.35 miles
Sherborne Rail Station12.95 miles
Taunton Rail Station16.34 miles
Honiton Rail Station18.14 miles
Templecombe Rail Station18.28 miles
Bridgwater Rail Station18.67 miles
Castle Cary Rail Station18.92 miles
Dorchester West Rail Station19.65 miles
Dorchester South Rail Station19.91 miles
Crime
Flood Data
Flood Risk Per Year (TA18 7A*)
Number of Properties in Catchment398
Very Low Risk (<0.1% chance of flooding)0
Low Risk (0.1% < 1% chance of flooding)0
Medium Risk (1% < 3.3% chance of flooding)0
High Risk (>3.3%)0
Property Sales
28, ORCHARD RISE

CREWKERNE
SOMERSET
TA18 8EH		£250,000
2025-06-13
semidetached
freehold
14, CHOWINS ROAD

CREWKERNE
SOMERSET
TA18 8EG		£169,000
2025-06-05
semidetached
freehold
31A, EAST STREET

CREWKERNE
SOMERSET
TA18 7AG		£145,000
2025-05-30
flatmaisonette
leasehold
7, HENHAYES LANE

CREWKERNE
SOMERSET
TA18 7JJ		£180,000
2025-05-30
terraced
freehold
22, LYEWATER

CREWKERNE
SOMERSET
TA18 8BB		£143,000
2025-05-22
terraced
freehold
79, HERMITAGE STREET

CREWKERNE
SOMERSET
TA18 8EX		£235,000
2025-05-19
terraced
freehold
17, WYVERN COURT

CREWKERNE
SOMERSET
TA18 7DE		£125,000
2025-05-09
flatmaisonette
leasehold
BARTLETT COURT (6), ROSE LANE

CREWKERNE
SOMERSET
TA18 7ER		£155,000
2025-04-25
terraced
freehold
36, SEABOROUGH VIEW

CREWKERNE
SOMERSET
TA18 8JB		£127,500
2025-04-23
flatmaisonette
leasehold
22, ORCHARD RISE

CREWKERNE
SOMERSET
TA18 8EH		£195,000
2025-04-11
terraced
freehold
45, SOUTHMEAD CRESCENT

CREWKERNE
SOMERSET
TA18 8DJ		£186,000
2025-04-04
semidetached
freehold
55, BUSHFIELD ROAD

CREWKERNE
SOMERSET
TA18 8HW		£305,000
2025-03-31
semidetached
freehold
15, LYME ROAD

CREWKERNE
SOMERSET
TA18 8HE		£195,000
2025-03-31
terraced
freehold
32, HENLEY VIEW

CREWKERNE
SOMERSET
TA18 8JD		£205,000
2025-03-31
terraced
freehold
2, HENHAYES LANE

CREWKERNE
SOMERSET
TA18 7JJ		£165,495
2025-03-28
terraced
freehold
67, NORTH STREET

CREWKERNE
SOMERSET
TA18 7AX		£187,500
2025-03-27
terraced
freehold
8, PARK VIEW

CREWKERNE
SOMERSET
TA18 8HU		£250,000
2025-03-27
terraced
freehold
8, BEECHWOOD DRIVE

CREWKERNE
SOMERSET
TA18 7BY		£310,000
2025-03-24
detached
freehold
67, WEST STREET

CREWKERNE
SOMERSET
TA18 8BA		£165,000
2025-03-21
terraced
freehold
CULVERKEYS, BARN STREET

CREWKERNE
SOMERSET
TA18 8BP		£310,000
2025-03-19
detached
freehold
48, WEST STREET

CREWKERNE
SOMERSET
TA18 8AZ		£217,000
2024-11-21
terraced
freehold
BARTLETT COURT (8), ROSE LANE

CREWKERNE
SOMERSET
TA18 7ER		£149,000
2024-11-14
terraced
freehold
10, MIDDLE PATH

CREWKERNE
SOMERSET
TA18 8BE		£157,500
2024-10-04
terraced
freehold
15, SEVERALLS PARK AVENUE

CREWKERNE
SOMERSET
TA18 8DW		£190,000
2024-08-20
otherPropertyType
freehold
MAYFIELD, THE LAURELS

CREWKERNE
SOMERSET
TA18 7BX		£374,000
2025-03-21
detached
freehold
65, KINGSWOOD ROAD

CREWKERNE
SOMERSET
TA18 8JW		£240,000
2025-03-20
semidetached
freehold
1, GOULDSBARTON

CREWKERNE
SOMERSET
TA18 7HT		£245,000
2025-03-10
detached
freehold
135, SOUTH STREET

CREWKERNE
SOMERSET
TA18 8AA		£315,000
2025-03-10
detached
freehold
37, SEVERALLS PARK AVENUE

CREWKERNE
SOMERSET
TA18 8DR		£265,000
2025-03-10
semidetached
freehold
24, HENHAYES LANE

CREWKERNE
SOMERSET
TA18 7JJ		£146,000
2025-03-07
terraced
freehold
6, BINCOMBE DRIVE

CREWKERNE
SOMERSET
TA18 7BE		£380,000
2025-01-29
detached
freehold
10, FAIRFIELD

CREWKERNE
SOMERSET
TA18 8BU		£555,000
2025-01-16
detached
freehold
63, SOUTH STREET

CREWKERNE
SOMERSET
TA18 8DB		£142,500
2024-09-12
terraced
freehold
29, SEABOROUGH VIEW

CREWKERNE
SOMERSET
TA18 8JB		£247,000
2024-07-31
semidetached
freehold
11, HENLEY VIEW

CREWKERNE
SOMERSET
TA18 8JD		£190,000
2024-07-24
semidetached
freehold
110, PARK VIEW

CREWKERNE
SOMERSET
TA18 8JG		£278,000
2025-01-10
terraced
freehold
58, NORTH STREET

CREWKERNE
SOMERSET
TA18 7AX		£142,000
2025-01-06
terraced
freehold
21, LYME ROAD

CREWKERNE
SOMERSET
TA18 8HE		£505,000
2025-01-03
terraced
freehold
ANGLO COURT (1), EAST STREET

CREWKERNE
SOMERSET
TA18 7AG		£205,000
2024-12-16
flatmaisonette
leasehold
PITHERS COURT (FLAT 6), NORTH STREET

CREWKERNE
SOMERSET
TA18 7BL		£122,500
2024-12-13
flatmaisonette
freehold
37, LYEWATER

CREWKERNE
SOMERSET
TA18 8BB		£193,000
2024-12-06
terraced
freehold
81, KINGSWOOD ROAD

CREWKERNE
SOMERSET
TA18 8JW		£325,000
2024-12-06
detached
freehold
14, SEVERALLS PARK AVENUE

CREWKERNE
SOMERSET
TA18 8DP		£207,184
2024-12-06
semidetached
freehold
29, KINGSWOOD ROAD

CREWKERNE
SOMERSET
TA18 8JW		£330,000
2024-12-03
detached
freehold
90, PARK VIEW

CREWKERNE
SOMERSET
TA18 8JG		£110,000
2024-11-29
semidetached
freehold
27, WEST STREET

CREWKERNE
SOMERSET
TA18 8AZ		£132,000
2024-11-29
terraced
freehold
3, SOUTHMEAD CRESCENT

CREWKERNE
SOMERSET
TA18 8DH		£172,000
2024-10-03
semidetached
freehold
34, HENHAYES LANE

CREWKERNE
SOMERSET
TA18 7JJ		£208,000
2024-08-23
terraced
freehold
46, NORTH STREET

CREWKERNE
SOMERSET
TA18 7AL		£190,000
2024-06-27
terraced
freehold
SO SHY COTTAGE, 4B, MARKET STREET

CREWKERNE
SOMERSET
TA18 7JY		£132,500
2024-06-11
terraced
freehold
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