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Yeovil, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Yeovil is a mid-size city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 45,784. Elevation: 180 ft (55 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
45,784 Population 29/sq mi density
180 ft Elevation 55 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
43.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$46,074 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$46,074 median income, 3.9% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.3 / 5.0
$354,599 home value, $1,152/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

People

Population45,784
Median Age47.0 yrs
Density29/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$46,074
Per Capita$46,074
Unemployment3.9%

Housing

C
Home Value$354,599
Rent$1,152
Ownership65.0%
Housing Units18,314

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
Rain43.6 in/yr
Sunny Days223/yr
Elevation180 ft (55 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+50.0%
High School+84.0%

Community

Population45,784
Population Density29 / sq mi
Elevation180 ft (55 m)
Coordinates50.9416°, -2.6321°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation43.6 inches (1,108 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.1 inches (10 cm)
Median Household Income$46,074
Median Age47.0 years

About Yeovil

Yeovil is a mid-size city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 45,784. The city sits at an elevation of 180 feet (55 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Yeovil has a population of 45,784 with a density of 29 people per square mile, spread across 1,596.6 square miles. The median age is 47.0 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.5% male. English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.4% of residents.

Population

45,784
Total Population
29
People / sq mi
47.0yrs
Median Age
21% above United Kingdom avg
1,596.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 95.4%
22% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 4.6%

Social Characteristics

Yeovil vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Yeovil is $46,074, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $46,074 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $886, 38% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 4,166 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Yeovil vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$46,074
39% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$46,074
Avg Weekly Wage$886

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)4,166

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit18.0%
Work from Home24.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Yeovil is $354,599, 26% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,152 (1% below the national average of $1,163). 65.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 18,314 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.7x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$354,599
26% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,152
1% below United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.0%
Owner-Occupied65.0%
Renter-Occupied35.0%
Housing Units18,314

Property Tax

Climate in Yeovil

Yeovil has an average annual temperature of 10.9°C (52°F). The hottest month is Aug (17.7°C), the coldest is Jan (4.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 942 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 4.5°C / 40°F -3.2° / 12.2° 73.2
Feb 6.5°C / 44°F -1.7° / 13.7° 84.7
Mar 7.1°C / 45°F -1.2° / 15.6° 78.2
Apr 8.7°C / 48°F -1.6° / 18.8° 53.4
May 12.1°C / 54°F 2.6° / 21.6° 62.4
Jun 15.3°C / 60°F 6.2° / 26.2° 62.5
Jul 17.5°C / 63°F 9.1° / 29.4° 64.9
Aug 17.7°C / 64°F 9° / 28.6° 57.0
Sep 15.4°C / 60°F 5.8° / 27° 73.6
Oct 12°C / 54°F 3.1° / 19.4° 129.0
Nov 8.1°C / 46°F -0.5° / 15.3° 96.4
Dec 6.3°C / 43°F -1.7° / 13° 106.4
Yeovil experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 223 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.6 inches. The area receives 4.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 180 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average51.4°F
5% below United Kingdom avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days223 days/yr

Geography

Elevation180 ft (55 m)
Area1,596.6 sq mi (4,135.2 km²)
Population Density29/sq mi
Coordinates50.9416°N, 2.6321°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.6"
15% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 4.1"
Wettest Month (Dec) 3.54"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.05"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

39 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M3.4 on Feb 24, 2023.

Oct 25, 1999 10 km N of Hirwaun, United Kingdom M4.5 118 km
Feb 17, 2018 5 km NE of Clydach, United Kingdom M4.3 122 km
Feb 20, 2014 17 km NNW of Ilfracombe, United Kingdom M4.1 117 km
May 31, 2001 20 km NNW of Flexbury, United Kingdom M4.0 144 km
May 12, 1994 4 km S of Shipston on Stour, United Kingdom M3.7 138 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.7 29 km
Aug 17, 1995 28 km S of Salcombe, United Kingdom M3.6 135 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.6 29 km
Jan 1, 1994 Wales-England region, United Kingdom M3.6 67 km
Oct 10, 2001 2 km SSE of Caerphilly, United Kingdom M3.5 79 km
Feb 12, 2002 1 km SSE of Deri, United Kingdom M3.5 95 km
Jun 20, 2002 3 km N of Marshfield, United Kingdom M3.4 76 km
Feb 24, 2023 1 km ENE of Brynmawr, United Kingdom M3.4 103 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.3 29 km
Jul 30, 1999 2 km ENE of Bargoed, United Kingdom M3.3 92 km
Sep 23, 1992 1 km NNE of Tiverton, United Kingdom M3.3 60 km
Sep 9, 1995 0 km WNW of East Wittering, United Kingdom M3.3 124 km
Oct 16, 1997 4 km ENE of Torquay, United Kingdom M3.2 78 km
Sep 17, 1993 3 km S of Leominster, United Kingdom M3.2 140 km
Jan 28, 2002 1 km S of Abercarn, United Kingdom M3.0 84 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.4 m (1 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2011 PLYMOUTH, ENGLAND Avalanche 0.4 m - 56 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 3.4 in Coldest
February 41°F (5°C) 2.6 in
March 44°F (7°C) 2.5 in
April 47°F (8°C) 2.1 in
May 53°F (11°C) 2.1 in
June 58°F (14°C) 2.2 in
July 60°F (16°C) 2.1 in Driest
August 61°F (16°C) 2.3 in Warmest
September 57°F (14°C) 2.6 in
October 52°F (11°C) 3.0 in
November 46°F (8°C) 3.0 in
December 43°F (6°C) 3.5 in Wettest

Yeovil has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 40°F in January to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 31.4 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.5") and July the driest (2.1").

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50.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 48% above the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+50.0%
48% above United Kingdom avg
High School+84.0%
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density29/sq mi
Total Area1,596.6 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit18.0%
Work from Home24.0%

Colleges & Universities in Yeovil

Institution Type Founded Website
Cambian Lufton College College - Visit →
Somerset Skills & Learning College - ,
University Centre Yeovil University - ,
Yeovil College College - Visit →

Schools in Yeovil

19 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Reckleford Infant School and Nursery - - - -
South Somerset Partnership School - - - -
Primrose Lane Primary School - - - -
Milford Junior School - - - -
Milford Infants' School - - - -
Fairmead School - - - -
Buckler's Mead School - - - -
Birchfield Community Primary School - - - -
St. Michael's Academy - - - -
St Gildas Catholic Primary School - - - -
Yeovil Theory Test Centre - - - -
Pen Mill Infant and Nursery Academy - - - -
Fiveways Special School - - - -
Westfield Academy - - - -
Preston School Academy - - - -
Oaklands Primary School - - - -
Huish Primary School - - - -
Holy Trinity Church School - - - -
Barwick and Stoford Community Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Yeovil

12 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Rage FM drum and bass, hardcore MP3 128 kbps
BFBS Blandford - AAC+ 64 kbps
Weymouth Rocks (Medium Bitrate) punk, rock AAC 48 kbps
Abbey104 - MP3 256 kbps
Radio Wimborne community radio station MP3 320 kbps
Radio Ninesprings - MP3 256 kbps
Alfred community news MP3 160 kbps
10 Radio 105.3 - Wiveliscombe community radio, somerset MP3 128 kbps
Somervalley fm community radio, local station MP3 192 kbps
100% Whatever Westcountry - MP3
Wave Community Radio - MP3 128 kbps
WIDE Radio club, dance MP3

Museums in Yeovil

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Beaminster Museum
Bridport Museum
Bruton Museum
Cobham Hall
Crewkerne Museum
Dinosaur Museum
Dorset Museum
Fleet Air Arm Museum
Glastonbury Abbey
Glastonbury Tribunal
Haynes International Motor Museum
Ilchester Museum
Montacute TV Radio & Toy Museum
Roman Villa Museum
Sherborne Museum
Sherborne Steam & Waterwheel Centre
Somerset Rural Life Museum
South Somerset Heritage Collection
Terracotta Warriors Museum
The Keep Military Museum
The Teddy Bear Museum
The Tutankhamun Exhibition
Villa Ventorum

Libraries in Yeovil

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Beaminster Library0.0
Bridport Library0.0
Bruton Community Library0.0
Burton Bradstock Library0.0
Crewkerne Library0.0
Dorchester Library0.0
Langport Library0.0
Library Hub0.0
Martock Library0.0
Milborne Port Library0.0
Sherborne Library0.0
Somerton Community Library0.0
South Petherton Library0.0
Street Library0.0
Yeovil Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Yeovil

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Dorchester Market
Rise Market And Bakery
The Customs House

Hotels in Yeovil

8 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Little Barwick House
Manor Hotel
Premier Inn Yeovil Town Centre
The Globe & Crown
The Keep
The Keep Apartment
The Preston
The Warehouse

Restaurants in Yeovil

20 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Akash
Amrit
ASK Italian
Beefeater
Castello
Cow & Apple
Daniel Sushi
Kaspa's
Khun Goi
Malee Thai
Nando's
Pizza Hut
Skippy's
Tamburino
Texas Rocks
The Ox
Thini Diner
Turquoise Kitchen
Union Street Brasserie
Viceroy

Cafes in Yeovil

13 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Boswells
Café Vie
Coffee#1
Comely
Costa
Costa
Finca Coffee Roasters
Ninesprings Cafe
Poppins
Starbucks
Tesco Cafe
The Kona Coffee House
Tizzy's

Cinemas in Yeovil

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cineworld

Theatres in Yeovil

3 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Octagon Theatre
The Swan Theatre
Westlands Entertainment Venue

Monuments in Yeovil

3 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Barwick Obelisk
Jack the Treacle Eater
War Memorial

Clinics in Yeovil

2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hendford Clinic
Yeovil Podiatry

Dentists in Yeovil

4 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hendford Dental Pratice
mydentist
Resolution Specialist Treatment
Yeovil Dental Clinic

Veterinaries in Yeovil

2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Vets4Pets
Yeovil Veterinary Surgery

Train Stations in Yeovil

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Yeovil Pen Mill

Bus Stations in Yeovil

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Yeovil Bus Station

Gas Stations in Yeovil

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Esso
Morrisons
Tesco Petrol Station
Texaco

Banks in Yeovil

7 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Barclays
Halifax
HSBC UK
Lloyds Bank
Nationwide
NatWest
Santander

Gyms in Yeovil

3 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Anytime Fitness
Nuffield Health Fitness & Wellbeing
Progress Gym

Golf Courses in Yeovil

2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Yeovil Golf Club
Yeovil Recreation Centre Pitch & Putt

Breweries in Yeovil

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Dorset Piddle Brewery
Palmer's Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Yeovil

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Yeovil

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Warmwell Snowsport Centre 0.0 - - $0 - - -
South Wilts Ski Club 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Yeovil

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bristol AirportBRSLarge Airport
Cardiff International AirportCWLLarge Airport
RNAS YeoviltonYEOMedium Airport
Avon Lane Airfield-Small Airport
Badminton Airfield-Small Airport
Bagber Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Batch End Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Bath Wilts & North Dorset Gliding Club-Small Airport
Biss Brook Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Bowerchalke Airfield-Small Airport
Bowerswaine Farm Airfield-Small Airport
Bowldown Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Branscombe Airfield-Small Airport
Brown Shutters Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Chalk Pyt Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Charlton Park Airstrip-Small Airport
Charmy Down Airstrip-Small Airport
Chase Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Clutton Hill Airstrip-Small Airport
Compton Abbas Aerodrome-Small Airport
Compton Chamberlayne Airstrip-Small Airport
Cotswold AirportGBASmall Airport
Craysmarsh Airstrip-Small Airport
Croes Carn Einion Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Curry Rivel Airstrip-Small Airport
Deptford 'Farm' Airstrip-Small Airport
Deptford Airstrip-Small Airport
Devizes Airstrip-Small Airport
Dorset Gliding Club (Eyres Field)-Small Airport
Dunkeswell Airfield-Small Airport
Edington Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Farway Common Airfield-Small Airport
Garston Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Glebe Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Glebe Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Godney Airstrip-Small Airport
Great House Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Gutchpool Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Halesland Glider Field-Small Airport
Henstridge Airfield-Small Airport
Hermitage Airstrip-Small Airport
Heywood Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Langley House Airstrip-Small Airport
Langport Airstrip-Small Airport
Lower Manor Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Lower Withial Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Lower-Durston Airstrip-Small Airport
Lydeway Field-Small Airport
Manor Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Melbury Airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Yeovil

3 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Montague Convenience Stores
Sandhurst Post Office
Yeovil Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Yeovil

14 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Holy Trinity Church and Community Centre
Saint Mark's Methodist Church
St Andrew
St James
St John's Church
St Mary Magdalene
St Michael & All Angels
St Peter
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
The Salvation Army - Yeovil
United Reformed Church
Vicarage Street Methodist Church
Yeovil Baptist Church
Yeovil Islamic Centre

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UFO Sightings
2
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/London

🇬🇧 About United Kingdom

Capital London
Population 66,488,991
Area 244,820 km²
GDP (USD) $3,420,796,653,789
GDP per capita $49,944
HDI 0.940
Life expectancy 81.2 years
Internet users 96.3%
Urban population 83.2%
Currency GBP (Pound)
Languages English
Calling code +44
TLD .uk
Driving side left

Public Holidays in United Kingdom

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 2 2 January 2 January
Mar 17 Saint Patrick's Day Saint Patrick's Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 4 Early May Bank Holiday Early May Bank Holiday
May 25 Spring Bank Holiday Spring Bank Holiday
Jun 15 World Cup Bank Holiday World Cup Bank Holiday
Jul 13 Battle of the Boyne Battle of the Boyne
Aug 3 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Aug 31 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Nov 30 Saint Andrew's Day Saint Andrew's Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Yeovil

What is the population of Yeovil?

Yeovil has a population of 45,784 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 29 people per square mile, spread across 1,596.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Yeovil expensive to live in?

The median household income is $46,074, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $354,599 (26% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,152 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Yeovil?

Yeovil has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 223 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 43.6 inches, with 4.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Yeovil?

Yeovil has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.9%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $886. There are 4,166 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Yeovil?

The median home value in Yeovil is $354,599. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,152. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.

How are the schools in Yeovil?

50.0% of adults in Yeovil hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Yeovil?

95.4% of residents speak only English at home.

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