Shrewsbury Road is in Yeovil and in Somerset district. BA21 3UY is located in the Brympton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Yeovil. This postcode has been in use since 2004-11-01.
StreetScan combines information about Shrewsbury Road, Yeovil, BA21 3UY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BA21 3UU, BA21 3UZ, BA21 3QR, BA21 3UX, BA21 3QP, BA21 3FJ, BA21 3FN, BA21 3FP, BA21 3FL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BA21 3UY, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.2% 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 | 49.3% | 52.2% | 2.9% | 51.0% | 1.2% |
| Male | 50.7% | 47.8% | -2.9% | 49.0% | -1.2% |
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 3UY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 62% 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 | 22.7% | 27.1% | 4.4% | 37.9% | -10.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.6% | 62% | 0.4% | 44.2% | 17.8% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 1.1% | -2.4% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 10.6% | 6.4% | -4.2% | 9.1% | -2.7% |
| Widowed | 1.6% | 3.4% | 1.8% | 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 (90.1%) 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 | 64.5% | 59.1% | -5.4% | 48.4% | 10.7% |
| Good health | 31% | 31% | 0.0% | 33.6% | -2.6% |
| Fair health | 3.9% | 7.7% | 3.8% | 12.7% | -5.0% |
| Bad health | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 4.0% | -2.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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.
In the area around BA21 3UY this area, 7.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 10.6% | 7.5% | -3.1% | 18.2% | -10.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.9% | 8.6% | -6.3% | 9.6% | -1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.4% | 15.4% | -3.0% | 13.4% | 2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 4.1% | 0.6% | 5.3% | -1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.9% | 23.7% | 6.8% | 16.9% | 6.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.1% | 40.2% | 6.1% | 33.8% | 6.4% |
| Other | 1.6% | 0.4% | -1.2% | 2.8% | -2.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.3% 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% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.0% |
| Pakistani | 1.4% | 0.8% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 2.5% | -0.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 94.1% | 90.3% | -3.8% | 81.4% | 8.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
In this area, 92.8% 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 | 95.2% | 92.8% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 9.6% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 1.9% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 2.5% | 1.7% | 2.7% | -0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.3% | 1.9% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.2% | 92.8% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 9.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 4.4% | 3.8% | 9.8% | -5.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 1.4% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 1.1% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.5% | 76.7% | 12.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.7% | 0.2% | 1.5% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 8.6% | 13.5% | -4.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.8% | 37.2% | 2.6% |
| Christian | 52.2% | 46.2% | 6.0% |
| Muslim | 1.1% | 6.5% | -5.4% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Shrewsbury Road was 33.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 40.8% lower than the Brympton average. The most reported crime type was Public order.
Shrewsbury Road has the 48th lowest crime rate of 124 local areas in Brympton and the 638th lowest crime rate of 1,848 local areas in Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 25.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -23.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Shrewsbury Road, Yeovil, Somerset Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £136,000 | 2024-10-04 | £135,572 |
| 9 Shrewsbury Road, Yeovil, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £283,000 | 2023-08-22 | £290,797 |
| 24 Shrewsbury Road, Yeovil, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2023-07-21 | £150,686 |
| 48 Shrewsbury Road, Yeovil, Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2023-05-19 | £385,109 |
| 42 Shrewsbury Road, Yeovil, Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2022-12-14 | £251,458 |
BA21 3UY 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 131 |
| Part-Time Employee | 43 |
| Retired | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 42 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Education | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Real estate activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 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 | 863 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingfisher Primary School Kingfisher Drive , Houndstone BA22 8FJ | 4out of 4 | 1,302 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chilthorne Domer Church School Main Street , Chilthorne Domer BA22 8RD | 3out of 4 | 1,846 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oaklands Primary School Preston Grove , BA20 2DU | 3out of 4 | 2,437 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Huish Primary School Carisbrooke Gardens , BA20 1AY | 4out of 4 | 2,822 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Preston School Academy Monks Dale , BA21 3JD | 2out of 4 | 1,596 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Westfield Academy Stiby Road , BA21 3EP | 3out of 4 | 1,682 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Buckler's Mead School 1 St. Johns Road , BA21 4NH | - not rated | 3,705 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanchester Academy East Stoke , TA14 6UG | 3out of 4 | 4,251 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yeovil College Mudford Road , BA21 4DR | - not rated | 2,759 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cambian Lufton College Lufton , BA22 8ST | - not rated | 1,101 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| South Somerset Partnership School Dampier Street , BA21 4EN | 3out of 4 | 3,697 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairmead School Mudford Road , BA21 4NZ | 3out of 4 | 3,739 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fiveways Special School Victoria Road , BA21 5AZ | 4out of 4 | 4,493 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dive Academy Ltd | Unit 7 To 8, Boundary Avenue Commerce Park, Boundary Avenue | 488 yd | |
| Yeovil Football and Athletic Club Ltd including catering vans | Huish Park Stadium, Lufton Way | 557 yd | |
| Sonni's Cafe | Plot 14 The Parade Ground, Boundary Way | 671 yd | |
| Baxter Storey at Screwfix Direct Ltd | Mead Avenue | 711 yd | |
| KFC | Unit 8 Western Avenue | 962 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Arrow | The Forum, The Toose | 671 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New World | 2 The Forum | 671 yd | |
| Subway | Unit 10, Houndstone Retail Park, Western Avenue | 962 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Unit 1 The Forum | 671 yd | |
| The Range | Houndstone Park, Western Avenue | 962 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Yeovil Town Fc (Huish Park) HUISH PARK HUISH PARK LUFTON WAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 559 yd |
| Yeovil Personal Fitness Club ARTILLERY ROAD | health and fitness suite | 1,048 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 | 68.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 66.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.98 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.