St Marys Crescent is in Yeovil and in Somerset district. BA21 5RP is located in the Yeovil East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Yeovil. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about St Marys Crescent, Yeovil, BA21 5RP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BA21 5RB, BA21 5RA, BA21 5RR, BA21 5RD, BA21 5RW, BA21 5FA, BA21 5NG, BA21 5RN, BA21 4FE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BA21 5RP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.2% | 50.4% | 3.2% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 52.8% | 49.6% | -3.2% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 22.9% | 28% | 5.1% | 37.9% | -9.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.7% | 48.4% | -10.3% | 44.2% | 4.2% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 1.8% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 6.7% | 13.8% | 7.1% | 9.1% | 4.7% |
| Widowed | 9.4% | 8% | -1.4% | 6.1% | 1.9% |
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 (85.4%) 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 | 47.2% | 45.3% | -1.9% | 48.4% | -3.1% |
| Good health | 39.9% | 40.1% | 0.2% | 33.6% | 6.5% |
| Fair health | 10.1% | 11.6% | 1.5% | 12.7% | -1.1% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 2.6% | -0.2% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 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.
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 18.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.5% | 11.2% | -6.3% | 18.2% | -7.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17% | 13.4% | -3.6% | 9.6% | 3.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.2% | 15.2% | -5.0% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 11.7% | 11.2% | -0.5% | 5.3% | 5.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.1% | 24.1% | 12.0% | 16.9% | 7.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.9% | 18.8% | 4.9% | 33.8% | -15.0% |
| Other | 7.6% | 6.3% | -1.3% | 2.8% | 3.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 98.3% | 97.8% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
In this area, 95.1% 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 | 97.2% | 95.1% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 3% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.2% | 94.4% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 2.6% | -0.2% | 1.9% | 0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78% | 76.7% | 1.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Romania | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Central and South America | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| No passport held | 17.5% | 13.5% | 4.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.8% | 37.2% | -1.4% |
| Christian | 60.1% | 46.2% | 13.9% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.7% | 6.0% | -2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around St Marys Crescent was 13.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 87.2% lower than the Yeovil Central average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
St Marys Crescent has the 6th lowest crime rate of 75 local areas in Yeovil Central and the 166th lowest crime rate of 1,848 local areas in Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -13.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 57% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 32 St Marys Crescent, Yeovil, Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2025-01-10 | £185,026 |
| 27 St Marys Crescent, Yeovil, Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2024-11-29 | £226,611 |
| 35 St Marys Crescent, Yeovil, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2024-08-09 | £260,611 |
| 14 St Marys Crescent, Yeovil, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2023-09-08 | £224,458 |
| 21 St Marys Crescent, Yeovil, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £238,000 | 2022-04-27 | £253,347 |
BA21 5RP 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in BA21 5RP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 83 |
| Retired | 73 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Education | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birchfield Community Primary School Birchfield Road , BA21 5RL | 3out of 4 | 576 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Milford Junior School Glenthorne Avenue , BA21 4PG | 3out of 4 | 795 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Milford Infants' School Glenthorne Avenue , BA21 4PG | 3out of 4 | 876 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St. Michael's Academy Grass Royal , BA21 4JW | 2out of 4 | 1,232 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Primrose Lane Primary School Cunningham Road , BA21 5FH | 4out of 4 | 1,266 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buckler's Mead School 1 St. Johns Road , BA21 4NH | - not rated | 78 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westfield Academy Stiby Road , BA21 3EP | 3out of 4 | 2,308 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Preston School Academy Monks Dale , BA21 3JD | 2out of 4 | 2,956 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 | 1,562 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 | 195 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fiveways Special School Victoria Road , BA21 5AZ | 4out of 4 | 1,240 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Somerset Partnership School Dampier Street , BA21 4EN | 3out of 4 | 1,659 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambian Lufton College Lufton , BA22 8ST | - not rated | 4,840 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Yellow Wagtail | St Johns Road | 479 yd | |
| The Great Lyde | 1 Cavalier Way | 791 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Munch King | 69 St Johns Road | 408 yd | |
| Gordon’s Fish & Chips | 59 Glenthorne Avenue | 737 yd | |
| The Old Tannery Cafe | The Old Tannery, Victoria Road | 1,055 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Southern Co-Operative ltd | Formerly Fleur De Lys, Mudford Road | 500 yd | |
| Co-op | Formerly The Green Dragon, St Michaels Avenue | 595 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 2 Cavalier Way | 704 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bucklers Mead Academy ST. JOHNS ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 182 yd |
| Fairmead School MUDFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 294 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 | 66 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 61.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.