BA21 3DH is a safe, established residential area on Acer Drive, 1.0km from Preston in Yeovil. Administratively it sits within Brympton ward and the Yeovil constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a non-metropolitan suburban areas zone — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 36) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 64% 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 low here at 31 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £225k.
Census 2021 statistics for BA21 3DH are sourced from Output Area E00148542 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ACER DRIVE, BA21 3DH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ACER DRIVE, BA21 3DH.
289
36
£ 42,700 /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
BA21 3DH is an established family neighbourhood — 64% owner-occupation and an average age of 36 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BA21 3DH. The average age is 35.5. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 211,500
6 sales · Mean £ 208,333
Detached
£ 265,000
1 sales · Mean £ 265,000
Terraced
£ 165,500
1 sales · Mean £ 165,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BA21 3DH has low crime rates — 31 incidents 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
Preston CofE Primary School
Preston School Academy
Westfield Academy
Oaklands Primary School
Kingfisher Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- Pete's Bun Shop0.1 km
- Poundland0.8 km
- The End of the World Reading Club1.0 km
- Claire's Candy0.6 km
- Halfords0.8 km
- + 4 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- ROYAL STANDARD0.5 km
- The Arrow0.1 km
- The Bell Inn (Hungry Horse)0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Baxter Storey at Screwfix Direct Ltd0.7 km
- KFC0.8 km
- The Cafe0.8 km
- Dive Academy Ltd1.0 km
- Yeovil Football and Athletic Club Ltd0.7 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Asda Stores Ltd & Petrol Station1.0 km
- Tesco0.1 km
- The Range0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Happy House0.9 km
- New World0.1 km
- Subway0.8 km
- Wessex Fish Bar0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Yeovil2.0 km
- Yeovil Pen Mill3.6 km
- Yeovil Junction4.6 km
Bus Stops
- Acer Drive0.1 km
- The Forum0.1 km
- The Forum0.1 km
- Stourton Way0.1 km
- Primary School0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BA213DH · Data under Open Government Licence