Albert Close is in Yeovil and in Somerset district. BA21 3NS 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 Albert Close, Yeovil, BA21 3NS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BA21 3DU, BA21 3DZ, BA21 3NL, BA21 3NN, BA21 3NQ, BA21 3NY, BA21 3NT, BA21 3DY, BA21 3NX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BA21 3NS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.5% | 50.3% | -0.2% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 49.5% | 49.7% | 0.2% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of BA21 3NS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.3% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 23.3% | 26.7% | 3.4% | 37.9% | -11.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.7% | 56.3% | -1.4% | 44.2% | 12.1% |
| Separated | 2% | 0.4% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 10.3% | 11.3% | 1.0% | 9.1% | 2.2% |
| Widowed | 6.7% | 5.3% | -1.4% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
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 | 43.9% | 49.3% | 5.4% | 48.4% | 0.9% |
| Good health | 36.5% | 30.7% | -5.8% | 33.6% | -2.9% |
| Fair health | 15.3% | 15.2% | -0.1% | 12.7% | 2.5% |
| Bad health | 3% | 3.4% | 0.4% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 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 21.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.9% | 17.8% | -7.1% | 18.2% | -0.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.6% | 11.7% | -0.9% | 9.6% | 2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 16.2% | 0.4% | 13.4% | 2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.9% | 10.1% | 2.2% | 5.3% | 4.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.2% | 20.6% | 4.4% | 16.9% | 3.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.6% | 21.9% | 5.3% | 33.8% | -11.9% |
| Other | 5.9% | 1.6% | -4.3% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 1.7% | 1.0% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 97.7% | 94.6% | -3.1% | 81.4% | 13.2% |
| Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 89.8% 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 | 93.4% | 89.8% | -3.6% | 83.2% | 6.6% |
| European Union | 3.3% | 4.1% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 5.1% | 3.1% | 5.6% | -0.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.4% | 90.1% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 6.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 6.8% | 6.5% | 9.8% | -3.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 3.1% | 2.1% | 2.9% | 0.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.3% | 0% | -3.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.8% | 76.7% | 2.1% |
| Poland | 2.4% | 1.3% | 1.1% |
| Romania | 1.7% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| Southern Asia | 1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 15.8% | 13.5% | 2.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.2% | 37.2% | -6.0% |
| Christian | 60.3% | 46.2% | 14.1% |
| Hindu | 1.4% | 1.7% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Albert Close was 33.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 41.8% lower than the Brympton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Albert Close has the 45th lowest crime rate of 124 local areas in Brympton and the 621st lowest crime rate of 1,848 local areas in Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 27.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -54.1%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Albert Close, Yeovil, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2024-08-29 | £260,611 |
| 7 Albert Close, Yeovil, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £247,000 | 2022-09-16 | £247,738 |
| 5 Albert Close, Yeovil, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2022-09-05 | £225,672 |
| 2 Albert Close, Yeovil, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2022-07-22 | £270,919 |
| 7 Albert Close, Yeovil, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £163,500 | 2021-09-20 | £187,309 |
BA21 3NS 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 3NS 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%.
| Full-Time Employee | 86 |
| Retired | 78 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 42 |
| Manufacturing | 36 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Education | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | 1,340 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Milford Infants' School Glenthorne Avenue , BA21 4PG | 3out of 4 | 1,450 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Milford Junior School Glenthorne Avenue , BA21 4PG | 3out of 4 | 1,515 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oaklands Primary School Preston Grove , BA20 2DU | 3out of 4 | 1,538 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Huish Primary School Carisbrooke Gardens , BA20 1AY | 4out of 4 | 1,628 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westfield Academy Stiby Road , BA21 3EP | 3out of 4 | 517 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Preston School Academy Monks Dale , BA21 3JD | 2out of 4 | 1,185 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Buckler's Mead School 1 St. Johns Road , BA21 4NH | - not rated | 2,128 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 | 1,330 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairmead School Mudford Road , BA21 4NZ | 3out of 4 | 2,176 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| South Somerset Partnership School Dampier Street , BA21 4EN | 3out of 4 | 2,301 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambian Lufton College Lufton , BA22 8ST | - not rated | 2,634 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fiveways Special School Victoria Road , BA21 5AZ | 4out of 4 | 2,949 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Apple Tree Farm Shop & Restaurant | Brimsmore Garden Centre, Tintinhull Road | 556 yd | |
| Rowan Ward | Summerlands Hospital, Preston Road | 886 yd | |
| The Rec Cafe | Yeovil Recreation Ground, Chilton Grove | 1,015 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yeovil Sports & Social Club | Coronation Avenue | 304 yd | |
| ROYAL STANDARD | The Royal Standard, Larkhill Road | 671 yd | |
| Yeovil Ex-Services & Social Club | Grove House, Legion Road | 940 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Polat's Place | 8a Coronation Avenue | 304 yd | |
| Wessex Fish Bar | 72 Wessex Road | 555 yd | |
| Golden Valley | 40-42 Westfield Road | 790 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 72 Stiby Road | 413 yd | |
| Tesco | 147 Ilchester Road | 541 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Yeovil Sports & Social Club JOHNSON PARK JOHNSON PARK CORONATION AVENUE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 104 yd |
| Westfield Academy STIBY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 455 yd |
| Bill Whistlecroft Athletics Arena YEOVIL ATHLETIC CLUB YEOVIL ATHLETIC CLUB PICKETT LANE | athletics tracks | 874 yd |
| Yeovil Recreation Centre YEOVIL RECREATION GROUND YEOVIL RECREATION GROUND CHILTON GROVE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 939 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 | 64.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 61.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 78.96 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 78.96 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.