BA21 5SG is a sought-after residential area on Fairmead Road, 1.3km from New Town in Yeovil. Administratively it sits within Yeovil East ward and the Yeovil constituency.
For renters and young professionals, BA21 5SG offers a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. During the day, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The community skews young professional (average age 34) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 45% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £250k. 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 5SG are sourced from Output Area E00149028 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FAIRMEAD ROAD, BA21 5SG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FAIRMEAD ROAD, BA21 5SG.
307
34
£ 46,700 /yr
57%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
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.
Area Character
BA21 5SG is a mixed residential postcode — average age 34, 50% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. 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 5SG. The average age is 33.9. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 196,250
4 sales · Mean £ 204,500
Detached
£ 290,000
2 sales · Mean £ 290,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BA21 5SG has low crime rates — 21 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
Fairmead School
Buckler's Mead School
Birchfield Community Primary School
Milford Junior School
Milford Infants' School
Primrose Lane Primary School
St. Michael's Academy
Pen Mill Infant and Nursery Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- McColls0.7 km
- Slimming World0.9 km
- SSA Retail Ltd0.6 km
- One Stop0.3 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Great Lyde0.8 km
- The Yellow Wagtail0.7 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Tesco Express0.8 km
- The Southern Co-Operative ltd0.4 km
- Co-op0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Gordon’s Fish & Chips0.7 km
- Munch King0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Yeovil Pen Mill1.7 km
- Yeovil1.8 km
- Yeovil Junction3.8 km
Bus Stops
- Fairmead Road0.1 km
- Fairmead Road0.1 km
- Lyde Road0.2 km
- Tower Road0.2 km
- Tower Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BA215SG · Data under Open Government Licence