Monks Dale is in Yeovil and in Somerset district. BA21 3JB is located in the Yeovil West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Yeovil. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Monks Dale, Yeovil, BA21 3JB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BA21 3JE, BA21 3JA, BA21 3HE, BA21 3HF, BA21 3HU, BA20 2EE, BA21 3JG, BA21 3JF, BA21 3RS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BA21 3JB, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.2% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.6% | 53.2% | 1.6% | 51.0% | 2.2% |
| Male | 48.4% | 46.8% | -1.6% | 49.0% | -2.2% |
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 | 25.5% | 27.5% | 2.0% | 37.9% | -10.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.1% | 45.8% | -9.3% | 44.2% | 1.6% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 2.1% | 1.7% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 11.7% | 14.2% | 2.5% | 9.1% | 5.1% |
| Widowed | 7.3% | 9.6% | 2.3% | 6.1% | 3.5% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (70.4%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 36.8% | 28.1% | -8.7% | 48.4% | -20.3% |
| Good health | 40.7% | 42.3% | 1.6% | 33.6% | 8.7% |
| Fair health | 15.1% | 22.1% | 7.0% | 12.7% | 9.4% |
| Bad health | 6% | 6% | 0.0% | 4.0% | 2.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 19.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.8% | 21.6% | -9.2% | 18.2% | 3.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.8% | 14.5% | -3.3% | 9.6% | 4.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.8% | 19.5% | 5.7% | 13.4% | 6.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.5% | 8.3% | -0.2% | 5.3% | 3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.7% | 13.3% | 5.6% | 16.9% | -3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 17% | 19.9% | 2.9% | 33.8% | -13.9% |
| Other | 4.5% | 2.9% | -1.6% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| White | 98.6% | 96.4% | -2.2% | 81.4% | 15.0% |
In this area, 93.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 98.2% | 93.9% | -4.3% | 83.2% | 10.7% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 3.6% | 2.5% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 2.2% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -3.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.2% | 94.2% | -4.0% | 83.2% | 11.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 2.2% | 1.8% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.1% | 76.7% | -4.6% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 1.8% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 22.5% | 13.5% | 9.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.1% | 37.2% | 4.9% |
| Christian | 48.2% | 46.2% | 2.0% |
| Muslim | 1.8% | 6.5% | -4.7% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 7.5% | 6.0% | 1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Monks Dale was 25.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 62.8% lower than the Brympton average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Monks Dale has the 38th lowest crime rate of 123 local areas in Brympton and the 411th lowest crime rate of 1,846 local areas in Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -83.3%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 51% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 53 Monks Dale, Yeovil, Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2023-08-10 | £245,751 |
| 53 Monks Dale, Yeovil, Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £186,500 | 2020-10-09 | £221,455 |
| 51 Monks Dale, Yeovil, Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £182,000 | 2019-12-06 | £226,233 |
| 77 Monks Dale, Yeovil, Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £182,000 | 2019-06-07 | £228,840 |
| 51 Monks Dale, Yeovil, Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £126,500 | 2016-09-16 | £172,772 |
BA21 3JB 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in BA21 3JB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 80 |
| Full-Time Employee | 74 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Other | 13 |
| Education | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westfield Infants' Community School Westfield Road , BA21 3DB | - not rated | 619 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Preston CofE Primary School The Toose , Abbey Manor Park BA21 3SN | 4out of 4 | 755 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Preston CofE VC Primary School The Toose , Abbey Manor Park BA21 3SN | - not rated | 755 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parcroft Community Junior School Summerleaze Park , BA20 2BP | - not rated | 855 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oaklands Primary School Preston Grove , BA20 2DU | 3out of 4 | 905 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Preston School Monks Dale , BA21 3JD | - not rated | 97 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Preston School Academy Monks Dale , BA21 3JD | 3out of 4 | 97 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Westfield Community School Stiby Road , BA21 3EP | - not rated | 659 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Westfield Academy Westfield Road , BA21 3DB | 3out of 4 | 676 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Buckler's Mead School 1 St. Johns Road , BA21 4NH | 3out of 4 | 2,828 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 | 1,489 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quantock Education Trust 164 Preston Road , BA20 2EQ | - not rated | 309 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Focus School - Yeovil Primary Campus 164 Preston Road , BA20 2EQ | - not rated | 332 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sage House School Bartec 4 , Watercombe Lane BA20 2SU | - not rated | 1,403 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Horizon Centre C O Yeovil College, Mudford Road , BA21 4DR | - not rated | 1,489 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Yeovil District Hospital Education Childrens Education Unit , Level 10 BA21 4AT | - not rated | 1,757 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cafe | Abbey Manor Business Centre, Preston Road | 422 yd | |
| Rowan Ward | Summerlands Hospital, Preston Road | 678 yd | |
| Palmers Fish and Chips | Bernards Way | 1,065 yd | |
| Palmers Garden Centre | Bernards Way | 1,065 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| ROYAL STANDARD | The Royal Standard, Larkhill Road | 481 yd | |
| The Bell Inn (Hungry Horse) | 207 Preston Road | 499 yd | |
| The Arrow | The Forum, The Toose | 749 yd | |
| Yeovil Ex-Services & Social Club | Grove House, Legion Road | 933 yd | |
| Yeovil Sports & Social Club | Coronation Avenue | 967 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Happy House | 174 Preston Road | 370 yd | |
| New World | 2 The Forum | 749 yd | |
| Golden Valley | 40-42 Westfield Road | 783 yd | |
| Polat's Place | 8a Coronation Avenue | 967 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Unit 1 The Forum | 749 yd | |
| Asda Stores Ltd & Petrol Station | Preston Road | 948 yd | |
| Co-op | 72 Stiby Road | 993 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Preston Sports Centre PRESTON SPORTS CENTRE PRESTON SPORTS CENTRE MONKS DALE | athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 154 yd |
| Westfield Academy STIBY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 661 yd |
| Westlands Sport And Fitness Centre WESTLAND SPORTS CLUB HOUSE WESTLAND SPORTS CLUB HOUSE WESTBOURNE CLOSE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, tennis courts | 703 yd |
| Oaklands Primary School PRESTON GROVE | grass pitches | 840 yd |
| Parcroft School (Closed) Summerleaze Park | grass pitches | 855 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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% |
| Median download speed | 65 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 57.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.