Data On Yeovil

This resource page provides access to the latest regional economic data, reports and strategies. Click on downloads to access publications produced by Yeovil Vision and its funding partners: Yeovil Town Council, South Somerset District Council, Somerset County Council and South West of England Regional Development Agency, which relate to the regeneration of the area. 

Downloads

These include:

  • Delivery Plan
  • Foundry House Brief
  • Market Street Development Plan
  • SSDC Play Policy
  • SSDC Play Strategy
  • Reckleford Plan
  • Regional Spatial Strategy
  • SSDC Sustainable Communities Strategy
  • Yeovil Sustainability Strategy
  • Town Centre Local Development Profile
  • Yeovil Transport Appraisal
  • An Introduction to South Somerset
  • Yeovil Town Map

Click here to download.

Useful Links

Please use the following links to access further information from our Partners and Government Department information sites.

Yeovil Town Council
This website provides the unique and stunning facility for viewing and walking through a 3D model of the town. This allows you to window-shop in virtual reality and to look up details on shops, businesses and other facilities by simply pointing and clicking the mouse.
http://www.yeoviltown.com/

Yeovil Chamber of Commerce
With over 160 member companies, representing all types of business from sole traders to Westland the Chamber provides a strong voice for businesses, practical support and the opportunity to meet and network with business people from a wide range of sectors.
http://www.yeovilchamber.org/

Yeovil Labour Market Profile
A summary of information from NOMIS for the six wards of Yeovil.
http://www.southsomerset.gov.uk/media/pdf/d/a/Yeovil_Labour_Market_Profile.pdf

South Somerset District Council’s Statistical Information Site
This site provides data, statistics and information to support the council and external organisations. It is a free service to residents, groups and businesses for basic enquiries.
http://www.southsomerset.gov.uk/statistics

Somerset County Council Economic Intelligence Data
Access the latest economic data (business growth, deprivation, earnings, house prices, productivity and unemployment). These indicators compare the county with the regional and national averages, and also go down to a sub-county level where available.
http://www.somerset.gov.uk/somerset/culturecommunity/ed/info/index.cfm

South West of England Regional Development Agency
Leads the development of a sustainable economy in the South West, investing to unlock the region's business potential. Further links to the Regional Spatial Strategy Final Documents.
http://www.southwestrda.org.uk/

NOMIS Official Labour Market Statistics
View a labour market profile of an area. Includes data on population, employment, unemployment, qualifications, earnings, benefit claimants and businesses.
https://www.nomisweb.co.uk/Default.asp

Useful Links to Government Departments
Includes Office for National Statistics, Department for Communities and Local Government, The South West Observatory, Department for Work and Pensions and Land Registry
http://www.somerset.gov.uk/somerset/culturecommunity/ed/info/links/

Historical Perspectives

Links to short articles that highlight the entrepeneurial and manufacturing history of Yeovil written by local historian Jack Sweet. A History of Petter's Engineering Innovations, Yeovil Borough Council's Innovations in Public Housing and Yeovil and the St Ivel Brand.
 

Picture Gallery

Views in and around Yeovil available for use with permission.  Please email enquiires@yeovilvision.co.uk for more information.
 

Some Key Facts on
South Somerset

  • The population of South Somerset is estimated to top 180,000 by 2011
  • Over 25% of the population is aged over 60
  • The South Somerset district covers 376 square miles encompassing 1025 miles of Rights of Way
  • 72% of the population live in rural areas
  • The district has a strong service, shopping and technology employment base
  • Unemployment is lower than regional and national average
  • Major regeneration of Yeovil (£10M plus) as part of Yeovil Vision
  • SSDC is the No1 Council in the country for sending the least amount of waste to landfill (DEFRA – Nov 2007)
     

 

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