Monks Dale is in Yeovil and in Somerset district. BA21 3JG 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 3JG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BA21 3JF, BA21 3EY, BA21 3TY, BA21 3EZ, BA21 3JH, BA21 3JQ, BA21 3TX, BA21 3JE, BA21 3TT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BA21 3JG has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.2% of the population 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 | 57.5% | 56.2% | -1.3% | 51.0% | 5.2% |
| Male | 42.5% | 43.8% | 1.3% | 49.0% | -5.2% |
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 | 24.3% | 28% | 3.7% | 37.9% | -9.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.2% | 45.3% | -2.9% | 44.2% | 1.1% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 4.7% | 2.4% | 2.2% | 2.5% |
| Divorced | 14.2% | 13.6% | -0.6% | 9.1% | 4.5% |
| Widowed | 11% | 8.4% | -2.6% | 6.1% | 2.3% |
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 | 41.8% | 40.9% | -0.9% | 48.4% | -7.5% |
| Good health | 35.9% | 34.4% | -1.5% | 33.6% | 0.8% |
| Fair health | 12.8% | 14.7% | 1.9% | 12.7% | 2.0% |
| Bad health | 6.6% | 8.5% | 1.9% | 4.0% | 4.5% |
| Very bad health | 2.9% | 1.5% | -1.4% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 20.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.1% | 21.4% | -5.7% | 18.2% | 3.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.9% | 13% | -4.9% | 9.6% | 3.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.3% | 13.5% | -5.8% | 13.4% | 0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 8.4% | 2.4% | 5.3% | 3.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.8% | 19.1% | 11.3% | 16.9% | 2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.6% | 20.5% | 4.9% | 33.8% | -13.3% |
| Other | 6.4% | 4.2% | -2.2% | 2.8% | 1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.9% 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 | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.5% | -1.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.4% | 98.9% | 1.5% | 81.4% | 17.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
In this area, 93.5% 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 | 93% | 93.5% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| European Union | 4% | 3.8% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 0.8% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.7% | 93.5% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.8% | 5.8% | 9.8% | -4.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.8% | 0% | -4.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.1% | 76.7% | -3.6% |
| Ireland | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.9% | 1.5% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 21.9% | 13.5% | 8.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.9% | 37.2% | 2.7% |
| Christian | 52.7% | 46.2% | 6.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Other religion | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Monks Dale was 137.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 102.0% higher than the Brympton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Monks Dale has the 19th highest crime rate of 123 local areas in Brympton and the 309th highest crime rate of 1,846 local areas in Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 90.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -62.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 149 Monks Dale, Yeovil, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2026-03-06 | £220,000 |
| 151 Monks Dale, Yeovil, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £192,000 | 2026-01-28 | £190,459 |
| 153 Monks Dale, Yeovil, Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2025-07-02 | £287,382 |
| 159 Monks Dale, Yeovil, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £182,500 | 2020-12-18 | £213,601 |
| 169 Monks Dale, Yeovil, Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £138,051 | 2020-02-10 | £166,524 |
BA21 3JG area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 3JG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 67 |
| Full-Time Employee | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 45 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Education | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Preston CofE Primary School The Toose , Abbey Manor Park BA21 3SN | 4out of 4 | 601 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Preston CofE VC Primary School The Toose , Abbey Manor Park BA21 3SN | - not rated | 601 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westfield Infants' Community School Westfield Road , BA21 3DB | - not rated | 685 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parcroft Community Junior School Summerleaze Park , BA20 2BP | - not rated | 1,024 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oaklands Primary School Preston Grove , BA20 2DU | 3out of 4 | 1,106 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 | 308 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Preston School Academy Monks Dale , BA21 3JD | 3out of 4 | 308 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Westfield Community School Stiby Road , BA21 3EP | - not rated | 622 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Westfield Academy Westfield Road , BA21 3DB | 3out of 4 | 697 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Buckler's Mead School 1 St. Johns Road , BA21 4NH | 3out of 4 | 2,846 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 | 1,583 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 | 478 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Focus School - Yeovil Primary Campus 164 Preston Road , BA20 2EQ | - not rated | 501 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sage House School Bartec 4 , Watercombe Lane BA20 2SU | - not rated | 1,557 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Horizon Centre C O Yeovil College, Mudford Road , BA21 4DR | - not rated | 1,583 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Yeovil District Hospital Education Childrens Education Unit , Level 10 BA21 4AT | - not rated | 1,887 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 | 518 yd | |
| Rowan Ward | Summerlands Hospital, Preston Road | 791 yd | |
| KFC | Unit 8 Western Avenue | 1,028 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 | 317 yd | |
| The Arrow | The Forum, The Toose | 548 yd | |
| The Bell Inn (Hungry Horse) | 207 Preston Road | 621 yd | |
| Yeovil Sports & Social Club | Coronation Avenue | 929 yd | |
| Yeovil Ex-Services & Social Club | Grove House, Legion Road | 1,040 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Happy House | 174 Preston Road | 520 yd | |
| New World | 2 The Forum | 548 yd | |
| Golden Valley | 40-42 Westfield Road | 867 yd | |
| Polat's Place | 8a Coronation Avenue | 929 yd | |
| Wessex Fish Bar | 72 Wessex Road | 972 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Unit 1 The Forum | 548 yd | |
| Asda Stores Ltd & Petrol Station | Preston Road | 954 yd | |
| Co-op | 72 Stiby Road | 980 yd | |
| The Range | Houndstone Park, Western Avenue | 1,028 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 | 362 yd |
| Westfield Academy STIBY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 623 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 | 920 yd |
| Parcroft School (Closed) Summerleaze Park | grass pitches | 1,023 yd |
| Oaklands Primary School PRESTON GROVE | grass pitches | 1,027 yd |
| Yeovil Sports & Social Club JOHNSON PARK JOHNSON PARK CORONATION AVENUE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,029 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 59.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 78.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 450 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 450 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 23.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 150 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.