Petters Way is in Yeovil and in Somerset district. BA20 1SH is located in the Yeovil South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Yeovil. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Petters Way, Yeovil, BA20 1SH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BA20 1UN, BA20 1SB, BA20 1SX, BA20 1UU, BA20 1TQ, BA20 1ND, BA20 1SF, BA20 1UW, BA20 1TH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BA20 1SH has a slightly higher male population, with 51.7% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54% | 48.3% | -5.7% | 51.0% | -2.7% |
| Male | 46% | 51.7% | 5.7% | 49.0% | 2.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 40.5% | 37.9% | -2.6% | 37.9% | 0.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 29.2% | 43% | 13.8% | 44.2% | -1.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 3% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 12% | 10.6% | -1.4% | 9.1% | 1.5% |
| Widowed | 14.3% | 5.1% | -9.2% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 33.9% | 39.8% | 5.9% | 48.4% | -8.6% |
| Good health | 40.8% | 45.1% | 4.3% | 33.6% | 11.5% |
| Fair health | 18.6% | 10.9% | -7.7% | 12.7% | -1.8% |
| Bad health | 5.9% | 3.4% | -2.5% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18.7% | 15.7% | -3.0% | 18.2% | -2.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.9% | 11.9% | -3.0% | 9.6% | 2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.5% | 14% | -1.5% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 2.5% | -0.4% | 5.3% | -2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.4% | 17.8% | 4.4% | 16.9% | 0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.5% | 33.9% | 9.4% | 33.8% | 0.1% |
| Other | 10.2% | 4.2% | -6.0% | 2.8% | 1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.5% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.5% | 1.5% | 1.0% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.5% | -1.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| White | 97.7% | 92.5% | -5.2% | 81.4% | 11.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 81.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.3% | 81.9% | -4.4% | 83.2% | -1.3% |
| European Union | 10.1% | 10.9% | 0.8% | 6.1% | 4.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 1.9% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 2.6% | 2.1% | 5.6% | -3.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 86% | 82.2% | -3.8% | 83.2% | -1.0% |
| 10+ Years | 2.6% | 4.2% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -5.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.1% | 3% | -1.1% | 2.9% | 0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.4% | 7.2% | 2.8% | 2.2% | 5.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 3.4% | 0.6% | 1.9% | 1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.6% | 76.7% | -4.1% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Italy | 2.3% | 0.6% | 1.7% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 3.4% | 1.3% | 2.1% |
| Romania | 4.1% | 0.9% | 3.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 13.2% | 13.5% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.7% | 37.2% | 4.5% |
| Christian | 47.7% | 46.2% | 1.5% |
| Other religion | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Not answered | 9% | 6.0% | 3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Petters Way was 530.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 389.3% higher than the Yeovil Central average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Petters Way has the 6th highest crime rate of 75 local areas in Yeovil Central and the 36th highest crime rate of 1,846 local areas in Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 236.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -44.8%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Petters Way, Yeovil, Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £198,000 | 2017-07-18 | £261,339 |
| Fielding House Petters Way, Yeovil, Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £535,000 | 2006-01-20 | £925,224 |
| 3 Petters Way, Yeovil, Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2001-08-31 | £291,683 |
| 3 Petters Way, Yeovil, Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £70,000 | 1999-12-17 | £280,571 |
| 1 Petters Way, Yeovil, Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £68,000 | 1998-12-15 | £316,474 |
BA20 1SH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 94 |
| Retired | 61 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 43 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Education | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Huish Primary School Carisbrooke Gardens , BA20 1AY | 4out of 4 | 656 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Huish Primary School Carisbrooke Gardens , BA20 1AY | - not rated | 656 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Gildas Catholic Primary School Mary Street , BA21 4EG | - not rated | 688 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Gildas Catholic Primary School Mary Street , BA21 4EG | - not rated | 688 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Reckleford Infant School and Nursery Eastland Road , BA21 4ET | 3out of 4 | 850 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westfield Academy Westfield Road , BA21 3DB | 3out of 4 | 1,688 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Westfield Community School Stiby Road , BA21 3EP | - not rated | 1,869 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Preston School Monks Dale , BA21 3JD | - not rated | 1,905 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Preston School Academy Monks Dale , BA21 3JD | 3out of 4 | 1,905 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Buckler's Mead School 1 St. Johns Road , BA21 4NH | 3out of 4 | 2,248 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yeovil College Mudford Road , BA21 4DR | - not rated | 1,081 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yeovil District Hospital Education Childrens Education Unit , Level 10 BA21 4AT | - not rated | 723 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Yeovil Centre Dampier Street , Reckleford BA21 4EN | - not rated | 725 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Yeovil Centre Dampier Street , BA21 4EN | - not rated | 725 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| South Somerset Partnership School Dampier Street , BA21 4EN | - not rated | 729 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Horizon Centre C O Yeovil College, Mudford Road , BA21 4DR | - not rated | 1,081 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr Ashley Thomas Prince T/A Union Street Brasserie | 6A Union Street | 255 yd | |
| The Green Room (SW) Ltd | 11 Wine Street | 260 yd | |
| SUSAN'S ORIENTAL KITCHEN | 9 Union Street | 273 yd | |
| Pizza Pasta Mondo | Westminster House, 10 Westminster Street | 290 yd | |
| Nine Springs Cafe | Yeovil Country Park Centre, Brunswick Street | 295 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yeovil Masonic Hall | 23 Hendford | 136 yd | |
| The Butchers Arms | 13 Hendford | 136 yd | |
| The Westminster | 12 Westminster Street | 290 yd | |
| Coopers Mill | Brunswick Street | 295 yd | |
| The Pall Tavern | 15 Silver Street | 412 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sushi King | 7 Westminster Street | 271 yd | |
| The Original Charcoal Grill | 8 Westminster Street | 290 yd | |
| Papa Johns | 17-18 Bond Street | 351 yd | |
| The Charcoal Grill | 43 South Street | 354 yd | |
| IDAMI | 27 South Street | 354 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks & Spencer | 5-9 Middle Street | 334 yd | |
| Tesco | Queensway Place | 401 yd | |
| Iceland Frozen Foods PLC | Ivel Square | 441 yd | |
| Lidl UK GmbH | West Hendford | 763 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Limited | Sherborne Road | 871 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Trimwise (Closed) Park Road | health and fitness suite | 401 yd |
| Goldenstones Leisure Centre BRUNSWICK STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 405 yd |
| Yeovil Alpine Village (Closed) Addlewell Lane | ski slopes | 471 yd |
| Vicarage Street Methodist Church Hall Middle Street | 495 yd | |
| The Park School THE PARK | artificial grass pitch | 503 yd |
| Nuffield Health (Yeovil) YEO LEISURE PARK YEO LEISURE PARK OLD STATION WAY | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 716 yd |
| Images Fitness Centre (Closed) Unit FF4 Unit FF4 Newton Road | health and fitness suite | 780 yd |
| Yeovil Bowls And Squash Club Higher Kingston | indoor bowls, squash courts | 867 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 75.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 75.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 75.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.