BA21 3SF is a safe, established residential area on Long Close, 0.5km from Alvington in Yeovil. Administratively it sits within Yeovil West ward and the Yeovil constituency.
For families considering a move, BA21 3SF represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, low density wholesale and retail in mostly white areas, often on urban fringe or close to transport nodes. The 46 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 77% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 41 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £281k.
Census 2021 statistics for BA21 3SF are sourced from Output Area E00148964 (shared with 21 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LONG CLOSE, BA21 3SF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LONG CLOSE, BA21 3SF.
477
46
£ 45,200 /yr
49%
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
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. BA21 3SF spans multiple life stages — average age 46, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BA21 3SF. The average age is 45.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 266,500
4 sales · Mean £ 279,487
Detached
£ 260,000
9 sales · Mean £ 257,333
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BA21 3SF has low crime rates — 41 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
Preston CofE Primary School
Preston School Academy
Kingfisher Primary School
Westfield Academy
Oaklands Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Pete's Bun Shop0.7 km
- Poundland0.2 km
- The End of the World Reading Club0.8 km
- Claire's Candy0.6 km
- Halfords0.2 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The Arrow0.7 km
- The Bell Inn (Hungry Horse)0.6 km
- Airfield Tavern0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Baxter Storey at Screwfix Direct Ltd0.5 km
- KFC0.2 km
- Palmers Fish and Chips0.2 km
- Palmers Garden Centre0.2 km
- The Cafe0.5 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Asda Stores Ltd & Petrol Station0.2 km
- Tesco0.7 km
- The Range0.2 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Happy House0.7 km
- New World0.7 km
- Subway0.2 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Yeovil Premier Inn0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Yeovil2.2 km
- Yeovil Pen Mill3.9 km
- Yeovil Junction4.5 km
Bus Stops
- Preston Road Asda0.1 km
- Preston Road Asda0.1 km
- Western Avenue Retail Park0.2 km
- Stourton Way0.2 km
- Yeovil Crematorium0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BA213SF · Data under Open Government Licence