BA20 1BA is a mixed residential area on Richmond Road, 0.2km from Huish in Yeovil. Administratively it sits within Yeovil South ward and the Yeovil constituency.
For families considering a move, BA20 1BA represents a classic working-class terrace area — densely packed streets, low ethnic diversity. By day, the area transitions to a mining and quarrying facilities character: industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. An average age of 35 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 58% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. Employment levels are high (45% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 106 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: Average house prices are around £219k, down 35.7% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for BA20 1BA are sourced from Output Area E00148967 (shared with 296 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
RICHMOND ROAD, BA20 1BA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RICHMOND ROAD, BA20 1BA.
372
35
£ 45,200 /yr
60%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 58% owner-occupation and average age 35, BA20 1BA has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters. Property prices are trending down 35.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BA20 1BA. The average age is 35.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 116,000
4 sales · Mean £ 111,750
Semi-Detached
£ 212,500
16 sales · Mean £ 219,812
Detached
£ 261,250
4 sales · Mean £ 251,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around BA20 1BA is above average at 106 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Huish Primary School
Oaklands Primary School
St Gildas Catholic Primary School
South Somerset Partnership School
Reckleford Infant School and Nursery
Holy Trinity Church School
Preston School Academy
Westfield Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
46 nearby- Compass Group Uk & Ireland (Shop 3)0.4 km
- Montague's Off Licence0.2 km
- Slimming World Franchise0.8 km
- Blacks0.7 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.8 km
- + 41 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Preston Hotel0.9 km
- The Keep0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
18 nearby- Quicksilver Mail0.7 km
- Yeovil Ex-Services & Social Club0.8 km
- Black Horse0.8 km
- Chicago Rock Cafe0.9 km
- Coopers Mill0.5 km
- + 13 more
Restaurant, Cafe
39 nearby- Coffee Shop - Compass Group Uk & Ireland0.4 km
- McDonald's Restaurants Ltd0.8 km
- Castello0.6 km
- Coffee #10.7 km
- Cow and Apple0.6 km
- + 34 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited0.8 km
- Iceland Frozen Foods PLC0.7 km
- Marks & Spencer0.7 km
- Tesco0.3 km
- Lidl UK GmbH0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
17 nearby- Earls Sandwich Bar0.7 km
- IDAMI0.8 km
- Magic Spice0.6 km
- Mukta Balti0.8 km
- Star Take Away0.9 km
- + 12 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Yeovil0.6 km
- Yeovil Pen Mill2.0 km
- Yeovil Junction2.6 km
Bus Stops
- Beer Street0.1 km
- West Street0.2 km
- Seaton Road0.2 km
- Garage0.3 km
- Garage0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BA201BA · Data under Open Government Licence