Postcode Analysis South Somerset, South West

RICHMOND WAY, BA21 3SX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RICHMOND WAY, BA21 3SX.

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Population

342

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 50,600 /yr

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Employed

53%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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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.

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7/10
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8/10
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4/10
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8/10
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3/10
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5/10
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9/10
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7/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, BA21 3SX combines high owner-occupation (76%), strong property values (£235k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BA21 3SX is a sought-after residential area on Richmond Way, 0.8km from Houndstone in Yeovil. Administratively it sits within Brympton ward and the Yeovil constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in BA21, BA21 3SX offers a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. By day, the area transitions to a accessible countryside character: higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. An average age of 41 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 76% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 30 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £235k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for BA21 3SX are sourced from Output Area E00148539 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BA21 3SX. The average age is 40.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.3%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean1.2%
Other / Mixed3.2%

Economic Activity

53%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 235,000

1 sales · Mean £ 235,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

BA21 3SX has low crime rates — 30 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences41
Shoplifting28
Public order17
Anti-social behaviour14
Criminal damage and arson11

school Local Schools

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Preston CofE Primary School

Outstanding419 pupils0.1 km
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Preston School Academy

Good923 pupils0.8 km
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Kingfisher Primary School

Outstanding234 pupils1.1 km
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Westfield Academy

Good1029 pupils1.1 km
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Oaklands Primary School

Good421 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • Pete's Bun Shop0.2 km
  • Poundland0.5 km
  • The End of the World Reading Club1.0 km
  • Claire's Candy0.3 km
  • Halfords0.5 km
  • + 1 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • ROYAL STANDARD0.8 km
  • The Arrow0.2 km
  • The Bell Inn (Hungry Horse)0.8 km
  • Airfield Tavern0.9 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Baxter Storey at Screwfix Direct Ltd0.4 km
  • KFC0.5 km
  • Palmers Fish and Chips0.7 km
  • Palmers Garden Centre0.7 km
  • The Cafe0.7 km
  • + 3 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Asda Stores Ltd & Petrol Station0.7 km
  • Tesco0.2 km
  • The Range0.5 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Happy House0.8 km
  • New World0.2 km
  • Subway0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Yeovil2.2 km
  • Yeovil Pen Mill3.8 km
  • Yeovil Junction4.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Derwent Way0.0 km
  • Milton Close0.1 km
  • The Cleve0.1 km
  • Primary School0.2 km
  • Primary School0.2 km