The Forum is in Yeovil and in Somerset district. BA21 3TL is located in the Brympton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Yeovil. This postcode has been in use since 1993-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Forum, Yeovil, BA21 3TL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BA21 3UD, BA21 3TA, BA21 3DH, BA21 3SQ, BA21 3UE, BA21 3SZ, BA21 3SN, BA21 3UJ, BA21 3SG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BA21 3TL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.2% | 51.4% | 3.2% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 51.8% | 48.6% | -3.2% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around BA21 3TL, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.6% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 34.8% | 42.6% | 7.8% | 37.9% | 4.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.7% | 42.1% | -6.6% | 44.2% | -2.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 1.3% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 13.5% | 10.2% | -3.3% | 9.1% | 1.1% |
| Widowed | 1.3% | 3.4% | 2.1% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.7%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 49.5% | 55.4% | 5.9% | 48.4% | 7.0% |
| Good health | 39.4% | 31.3% | -8.1% | 33.6% | -2.3% |
| Fair health | 8.5% | 10.2% | 1.7% | 12.7% | -2.5% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 2% | -0.3% | 4.0% | -2.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11.7% | 13.1% | 1.4% | 18.2% | -5.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20% | 9.7% | -10.3% | 9.6% | 0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.7% | 15.6% | -3.1% | 13.4% | 2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 7.6% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 19.6% | 24.9% | 5.3% | 16.9% | 8.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.7% | 27.4% | 8.7% | 33.8% | -6.4% |
| Other | 6.5% | 1.7% | -4.8% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.2% 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 | 1.3% | 2% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% |
| Indian | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Black African | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 94.1% | 92.2% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 10.8% |
| Arab | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 0.6% | 1.8% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 89.2% 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 | 90.9% | 89.2% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 6.0% |
| European Union | 3.6% | 2.7% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 2.3% | 2.4% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.9% | 2.7% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -2.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.2% | 89.8% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 6.6% |
| 10+ Years | 2.6% | 7.1% | 4.5% | 9.8% | -2.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 2% | 1.4% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 1% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 0.7% | -2.9% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.3% | 76.7% | 2.6% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Central and South America | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 16% | 13.5% | 2.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.3% | 37.2% | 10.1% |
| Christian | 38.1% | 46.2% | -8.1% |
| Buddhist | 2.4% | 0.5% | 1.9% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 11.9% | 6.0% | 5.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Forum was 21.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 68.8% lower than the Brympton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Forum has the 31st lowest crime rate of 123 local areas in Brympton and the 323rd lowest crime rate of 1,846 local areas in Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -90.4%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 The Forum, Yeovil, Somerset Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £78,000 | 2025-06-02 | £79,459 |
| 4 The Forum, Yeovil, Somerset Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2025-05-16 | £118,972 |
| 2 The Forum, Yeovil, Somerset Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £78,000 | 2025-04-09 | £76,270 |
| 4 The Forum, Yeovil, Somerset Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2022-10-20 | £124,512 |
| Flat 6 Above 7 The Forum, Yeovil, Somerset Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £127,000 | 2022-08-26 | £117,602 |
BA21 3TL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 122 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Retired | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 49 |
| Human health and social work activities | 32 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Other | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 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 | 233 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Preston CofE VC Primary School The Toose , Abbey Manor Park BA21 3SN | - not rated | 233 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westfield Infants' Community School Westfield Road , BA21 3DB | - not rated | 1,183 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingfisher Primary School Kingfisher Drive , Houndstone BA22 8FJ | 4out of 4 | 1,484 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Parcroft Community Junior School Summerleaze Park , BA20 2BP | - not rated | 1,570 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 | 807 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Preston School Academy Monks Dale , BA21 3JD | 3out of 4 | 807 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Westfield Community School Stiby Road , BA21 3EP | - not rated | 1,019 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Westfield Academy Westfield Road , BA21 3DB | 3out of 4 | 1,153 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Buckler's Mead School 1 St. Johns Road , BA21 4NH | 3out of 4 | 3,210 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 | 2,073 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 | 883 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Focus School - Yeovil Primary Campus 164 Preston Road , BA20 2EQ | - not rated | 897 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambian Lufton College Lufton , BA22 8ST | - not rated | 1,604 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sage House School Bartec 4 , Watercombe Lane BA20 2SU | - not rated | 1,789 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Horizon Centre C O Yeovil College, Mudford Road , BA21 4DR | - not rated | 2,073 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yeovil Football and Athletic Club Ltd including catering vans | Huish Park Stadium, Lufton Way | 660 yd | |
| Baxter Storey at Screwfix Direct Ltd | Mead Avenue | 693 yd | |
| KFC | Unit 8 Western Avenue | 727 yd | |
| The Cafe | Abbey Manor Business Centre, Preston Road | 796 yd | |
| Palmers Fish and Chips | Bernards Way | 975 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Arrow | The Forum, The Toose | 6 yd | |
| ROYAL STANDARD | The Royal Standard, Larkhill Road | 611 yd | |
| The Bell Inn (Hungry Horse) | 207 Preston Road | 908 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New World | 2 The Forum | 6 yd | |
| Subway | Unit 10, Houndstone Retail Park, Western Avenue | 727 yd | |
| Happy House | 174 Preston Road | 884 yd | |
| Wessex Fish Bar | 72 Wessex Road | 904 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Unit 1 The Forum | 6 yd | |
| The Range | Houndstone Park, Western Avenue | 726 yd | |
| Asda Stores Ltd & Petrol Station | Preston Road | 900 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Yeovil Town Fc (Huish Park) HUISH PARK HUISH PARK LUFTON WAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 738 yd |
| Preston Sports Centre PRESTON SPORTS CENTRE PRESTON SPORTS CENTRE MONKS DALE | athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 846 yd |
| Westfield Academy STIBY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,019 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 | 94.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 70.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 70.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 70.6% |
| 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.