BA21 3BU is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Alastair Close, 0.8km from Summerlands in Yeovil. Administratively it sits within Yeovil West ward and the Yeovil constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a town fringe countryside zone — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. Residents average 49 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 93% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 45 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £228k.
Census 2021 statistics for BA21 3BU are sourced from Output Area E00149014 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ALASTAIR CLOSE, BA21 3BU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ALASTAIR CLOSE, BA21 3BU.
341
49
£ 50,600 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
BA21 3BU is a mixed residential postcode — average age 49, 93% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £228k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BA21 3BU. The average age is 49.4. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 225,000
1 sales · Mean £ 225,000
Terraced
£ 231,000
1 sales · Mean £ 231,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BA21 3BU has low crime rates — 45 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Westfield Academy
Milford Junior School
Milford Infants' School
Oaklands Primary School
Huish Primary School
Preston School Academy
Fairmead School
Buckler's Mead School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Slimming World Franchise0.9 km
- Johnson's Meadery1.0 km
- GREENWOOD MINI MARKET0.8 km
- McColls1.0 km
- Slimming World0.7 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- ROYAL STANDARD1.0 km
- Yeovil Ex-Services & Social Club0.9 km
- Yeovil Sports & Social Club0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Rowan Ward0.9 km
- The Rec Cafe0.6 km
- The Apple Tree Farm Shop & Restaurant0.7 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-op0.4 km
- Tesco0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Golden Valley0.8 km
- Gordon’s Fish & Chips1.0 km
- Polat's Place0.4 km
- Wessex Fish Bar0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Yeovil1.2 km
- Yeovil Pen Mill2.5 km
- Yeovil Junction4.0 km
Bus Stops
- Winston Drive0.2 km
- Marsh Lane0.2 km
- Winston Drive0.2 km
- Marsh Lane0.2 km
- Tesco Express0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BA213BU · Data under Open Government Licence