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 39.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 42.4% lower than the Brympton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Albert Close has the 54th lowest crime rate of 123 local areas in Brympton and the 703rd lowest crime rate of 1,846 local areas in Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 33.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -47.2%.

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 | £262,000 | 2026-02-09 | £262,000 |
| 10 Albert Close, Yeovil, Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2025-12-04 | £248,482 |
| 13 Albert Close, Yeovil, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2024-08-29 | £255,952 |
| 7 Albert Close, Yeovil, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £247,000 | 2022-09-16 | £243,310 |
| 5 Albert Close, Yeovil, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2022-09-05 | £221,638 |
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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westfield Infants' Community School Westfield Road , BA21 3DB | - not rated | 720 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parcroft Community Junior School Summerleaze Park , BA20 2BP | - not rated | 1,212 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Milford Infants' School Glenthorne Avenue , BA21 4PG | 3out of 4 | 1,345 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Preston CofE Primary School The Toose , Abbey Manor Park BA21 3SN | 4out of 4 | 1,390 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Preston CofE VC Primary School The Toose , Abbey Manor Park BA21 3SN | - not rated | 1,390 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westfield Community School Stiby Road , BA21 3EP | - not rated | 457 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Westfield Academy Westfield Road , BA21 3DB | 3out of 4 | 579 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Preston School Monks Dale , BA21 3JD | - not rated | 1,165 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Preston School Academy Monks Dale , BA21 3JD | 3out of 4 | 1,165 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Buckler's Mead School 1 St. Johns Road , BA21 4NH | 3out of 4 | 2,040 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 | 1,212 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horizon Centre C O Yeovil College, Mudford Road , BA21 4DR | - not rated | 1,212 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Quantock Education Trust 164 Preston Road , BA20 2EQ | - not rated | 1,383 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Focus School - Yeovil Primary Campus 164 Preston Road , BA20 2EQ | - not rated | 1,407 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Yeovil District Hospital Education Childrens Education Unit , Level 10 BA21 4AT | - not rated | 1,632 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairmead School Mudford Road , BA21 4NZ | 3out of 4 | 2,095 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | 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.