BA20 1BN is a mixed residential area on Huish, 0.1km from Huish in Yeovil. Administratively it sits within Yeovil South ward and the Yeovil constituency.
For families considering a move, BA20 1BN represents an area with a high proportion of elderly residents, often in communal housing. Outside of residential hours, large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 62% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 86 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £166k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for BA20 1BN are sourced from Output Area E00148985 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HUISH, BA20 1BN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HUISH, BA20 1BN.
287
44
£ 45,200 /yr
56%
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
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. BA20 1BN's 62% ownership and 44-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BA20 1BN. The average age is 43.7. 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
Terraced
£ 158,500
5 sales · Mean £ 145,100
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around BA20 1BN is moderate at 86 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
Preston School Academy
Westfield Academy
Reckleford Infant School and Nursery
Holy Trinity Church School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
42 nearby- Compass Group Uk & Ireland (Shop 3)0.5 km
- Montague's Off Licence0.0 km
- Slimming World Franchise0.6 km
- Blacks0.8 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.9 km
- + 37 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Preston Hotel0.7 km
- The Keep0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
16 nearby- Quicksilver Mail0.9 km
- Yeovil Ex-Services & Social Club0.6 km
- Black Horse0.8 km
- Chicago Rock Cafe1.0 km
- Coopers Mill0.7 km
- + 11 more
Restaurant, Cafe
36 nearby- Coffee Shop - Compass Group Uk & Ireland0.5 km
- McDonald's Restaurants Ltd0.9 km
- Castello0.6 km
- Coffee #10.8 km
- Cow and Apple0.6 km
- + 31 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited0.9 km
- Iceland Frozen Foods PLC0.8 km
- Marks & Spencer0.7 km
- Tesco0.4 km
- Lidl UK GmbH0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
17 nearby- Earls Sandwich Bar0.7 km
- IDAMI0.9 km
- Magic Spice0.6 km
- Mukta Balti0.9 km
- Star Take Away1.0 km
- + 12 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Yeovil0.5 km
- Yeovil Pen Mill2.0 km
- Yeovil Junction2.8 km
Bus Stops
- West Street0.2 km
- Beer Street0.3 km
- Seaton Road0.3 km
- Preston Grove Surgery0.3 km
- Preston Grove Surgery0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BA201BN · Data under Open Government Licence