Roping Path is in Yeovil and in Somerset district. BA21 4BH is located in the Yeovil Central electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Yeovil. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Roping Path, Yeovil, BA21 4BH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BA21 4AP, BA21 4AB, BA21 4BG, BA21 4JR, BA21 4BQ, BA21 4BE, BA21 4JU, BA21 4BT, BA21 4BU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BA21 4BH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.7% | 51% | 0.3% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 49.3% | 49% | -0.3% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 4BH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.6% 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 | 24.7% | 25.6% | 0.9% | 37.9% | -12.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.2% | 51.6% | -0.6% | 44.2% | 7.4% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 7.3% | 8.9% | 1.6% | 9.1% | -0.2% |
| Widowed | 15% | 12.6% | -2.4% | 6.1% | 6.5% |
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 | 40.3% | 41% | 0.7% | 48.4% | -7.4% |
| Good health | 32.6% | 35.5% | 2.9% | 33.6% | 1.9% |
| Fair health | 16.3% | 15.7% | -0.6% | 12.7% | 3.0% |
| Bad health | 9.7% | 5.8% | -3.9% | 4.0% | 1.8% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 2% | 1.0% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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 | 29.1% | 19.9% | -9.2% | 18.2% | 1.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.3% | 13.4% | 4.1% | 9.6% | 3.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.6% | 11% | -3.6% | 13.4% | -2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.1% | 10.6% | 2.5% | 5.3% | 5.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.7% | 11.4% | 1.7% | 16.9% | -5.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.5% | 30.5% | 5.0% | 33.8% | -3.3% |
| Other | 3.6% | 3.3% | -0.3% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 1.1% | 1.0% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 3.5% | 3.8% | 0.3% | 3.1% | 0.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 94.4% | 91% | -3.4% | 81.4% | 9.6% |
In this area, 83.8% 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 | 93.1% | 83.8% | -9.3% | 83.2% | 0.6% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 7.9% | 6.2% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
| Africa | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.2% | 6.9% | 2.7% | 5.6% | 1.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92% | 83.8% | -8.2% | 83.2% | 0.6% |
| 10+ Years | 2.4% | 5.8% | 3.4% | 9.8% | -4.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.1% | 3.4% | 1.3% | 2.9% | 0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 3.4% | 2.4% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 3.4% | 1.0% | 1.9% | 1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 60.3% | 76.7% | -16.4% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 2.4% | 0.9% | 1.5% |
| Other EU countries | 2.1% | 1.5% | 0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 3.8% | 1.2% | 2.6% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 27.2% | 13.5% | 13.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.6% | 37.2% | -3.6% |
| Christian | 51.9% | 46.2% | 5.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 1% | 1.7% | -0.7% |
| Muslim | 5.2% | 6.5% | -1.3% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.6% | 6.0% | 1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Roping Path was 103.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 4.4% lower than the Yeovil Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Roping Path has the 32nd highest crime rate of 75 local areas in Yeovil Central and the 434th highest crime rate of 1,848 local areas in Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 46.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -12.8%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 70% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arosa Roping Path, Yeovil, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £218,500 | 2017-12-12 | £288,374 |
| The Cottage Roping Path, Yeovil, Somerset Detached, a newly built property | £85,000 | 2000-07-19 | £276,744 |
| Arosa Roping Path, Yeovil, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £68,000 | 1999-07-30 | £295,155 |
| Arosa Roping Path, Yeovil, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £54,950 | 1997-05-30 | £286,708 |
| Arosa Roping Path, Yeovil, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £45,000 | 1995-11-17 | £253,156 |
BA21 4BH 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 4BH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 39% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 95 |
| Full-Time Employee | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Education | 13 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milford Infants' School Glenthorne Avenue , BA21 4PG | 3out of 4 | 571 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Milford Junior School Glenthorne Avenue , BA21 4PG | 3out of 4 | 643 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Huish Primary School Carisbrooke Gardens , BA20 1AY | 4out of 4 | 740 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Gildas Catholic Primary School Mary Street , BA21 4EG | 3out of 4 | 744 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Reckleford Infant School and Nursery Eastland Road , BA21 4ET | 3out of 4 | 1,123 yd | Community school | Yes | 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 | 1,121 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Buckler's Mead School 1 St. Johns Road , BA21 4NH | - not rated | 1,341 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Preston School Academy Monks Dale , BA21 3JD | 2out of 4 | 1,620 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 | 163 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Somerset Partnership School Dampier Street , BA21 4EN | 3out of 4 | 1,006 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairmead School Mudford Road , BA21 4NZ | 3out of 4 | 1,496 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fiveways Special School Victoria Road , BA21 5AZ | 4out of 4 | 1,716 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambian Lufton College Lufton , BA22 8ST | - not rated | 3,738 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yeovil District Hospital NHS Foundation Trust | Yeovil District Hospital | 415 yd | |
| Castello | 3 Park Road | 681 yd | |
| The Rec Cafe | Yeovil Recreation Ground, Chilton Grove | 725 yd | |
| The Cafe/The Emporium | 39 Princes Street | 747 yd | |
| Cafe 50 | 50 Princes Street | 748 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yeovil Bowls and Squash Club | 35A Higher Kingston | 362 yd | |
| Yeovil Conservative Club T/A Duke of York | Kingston | 444 yd | |
| Black Horse | The Avenue | 583 yd | |
| The Armoury Inn | The Armoury Inn, 1 The Park | 680 yd | |
| Yeovil Ex-Services & Social Club | Grove House, Legion Road | 743 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metro Kitchen | 67 Princes Street | 659 yd | |
| The Rising Sun | 61 Princes Street | 659 yd | |
| Magic Spice | 79 Princes Street | 659 yd | |
| Yo! To Go! | Unit 4-5, Tesco Stores, Queensway Place | 774 yd | |
| Choi's Kitchen | 13 Silver Street | 813 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 147 Ilchester Road | 774 yd | |
| Tesco | Queensway Place | 796 yd | |
| Iceland Frozen Foods PLC | Ivel Square | 850 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | 5-9 Middle Street | 900 yd | |
| Co-op | 72 Stiby Road | 937 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Yeovil College Sports Centre MUDFORD ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 185 yd |
| Yeovil Bowls And Squash Club Higher Kingston | indoor bowls, squash courts | 267 yd |
| Bill Whistlecroft Athletics Arena YEOVIL ATHLETIC CLUB YEOVIL ATHLETIC CLUB PICKETT LANE | athletics tracks | 495 yd |
| The Park School THE PARK | artificial grass pitch | 659 yd |
| Trimwise (Closed) Park Road | health and fitness suite | 730 yd |
| Yeovil Recreation Centre YEOVIL RECREATION GROUND YEOVIL RECREATION GROUND CHILTON GROVE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 782 yd |
| Parcroft School (Closed) Summerleaze Park | grass pitches | 968 yd |
| Vicarage Street Methodist Church Hall Middle Street | 984 yd | |
| Oaklands Primary School PRESTON GROVE | grass pitches | 1,085 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.