Postcode Analysis South Somerset, South West

LONG CLOSE, BA21 3SF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LONG CLOSE, BA21 3SF.

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Population

477

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 45,200 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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2/10
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6/10
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3/10
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9/10
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4/10
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7/10
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9/10
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7/10
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8/10
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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.

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

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.

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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

White / British94.4%
Asian / British Asian1.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.6%
Other / Mixed3.5%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 1%
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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.

Shoplifting75
Violence and sexual offences21
Public order11
Criminal damage and arson10
Other theft10

school Local Schools

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Preston CofE Primary School

Outstanding419 pupils0.4 km
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Preston School Academy

Good923 pupils0.8 km
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Kingfisher Primary School

Outstanding234 pupils1.0 km
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Westfield Academy

Good1029 pupils1.4 km
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Oaklands Primary School

Good421 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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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
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • The Arrow0.7 km
  • The Bell Inn (Hungry Horse)0.6 km
  • Airfield Tavern0.4 km
restaurant

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
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Supermarkets

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

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Happy House0.7 km
  • New World0.7 km
  • Subway0.2 km
hotel

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