BA21 3AT is a safe, established residential area located 0.3km from Preston Plucknett in Yeovil. Administratively it sits within Yeovil West ward and the Yeovil constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, BA21 3AT is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 38% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for BA21 3AT are sourced from Output Area E00166000 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BA21 3AT House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BA21 3AT.
276
40
£ 45,200 /yr
41%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BA21 3AT falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
BA21 3AT has a significant social housing presence — 38% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BA21 3AT. The average age is 40.1. 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.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BA21 3AT has low crime rates — 23 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Preston School Academy
Preston CofE Primary School
Oaklands Primary School
Westfield Academy
Holy Trinity Church School
Huish Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Pete's Bun Shop0.8 km
- Poundland0.8 km
- Rock & Road1.0 km
- The End of the World Reading Club0.2 km
- Vista 4 Ltd0.9 km
- + 3 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Preston Hotel0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- ROYAL STANDARD0.8 km
- The Arrow0.8 km
- The Bell Inn (Hungry Horse)0.1 km
- Airfield Tavern0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- KFC0.8 km
- Palmers Fish and Chips0.7 km
- Palmers Garden Centre0.7 km
- No 5 Catering Ltd1.0 km
- The Cafe0.1 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Asda Stores Ltd & Petrol Station0.6 km
- Tesco0.8 km
- The Range0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Happy House0.0 km
- New World0.8 km
- Subway0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Yeovil1.6 km
- Yeovil Pen Mill3.3 km
- Yeovil Junction3.9 km
Bus Stops
- The Bell Inn0.1 km
- The Bell Inn0.1 km
- Watercombe Lane0.1 km
- Watercombe Lane0.2 km
- St James Church0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BA213AT · Data under Open Government Licence