Primrose Lane is in Yeovil and in Somerset district. BA21 5TN is located in the Yeovil Central electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Yeovil. This postcode has been in use since 2007-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about Primrose Lane, Yeovil, BA21 5TN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BA21 5TS, BA21 5SH, BA21 5SY, BA21 5RU, BA21 5UW, BA21 5SZ, BA21 5SX, BA21 5UN, BA21 5UL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BA21 5TN, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.5% 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 | 50.2% | 52.5% | 2.3% | 51.0% | 1.5% |
| Male | 49.8% | 47.5% | -2.3% | 49.0% | -1.5% |
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 5TN there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 69.6% 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 | 22.8% | 13.1% | -9.7% | 37.9% | -24.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.5% | 69.6% | 7.1% | 44.2% | 25.4% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 0.5% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Divorced | 8.2% | 11% | 2.8% | 9.1% | 1.9% |
| Widowed | 5.4% | 5.8% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
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 | 39.8% | 47.1% | 7.3% | 48.4% | -1.3% |
| Good health | 43.3% | 35.7% | -7.6% | 33.6% | 2.1% |
| Fair health | 12.4% | 14% | 1.6% | 12.7% | 1.3% |
| Bad health | 4% | 3.2% | -0.8% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 23.9% | 10.6% | -13.3% | 18.2% | -7.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.7% | 9% | -5.7% | 9.6% | -0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.1% | 13.2% | -0.9% | 13.4% | -0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.6% | 8.5% | 0.9% | 5.3% | 3.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.2% | 16.4% | 7.2% | 16.9% | -0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.8% | 40.7% | 11.9% | 33.8% | 6.9% |
| Other | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99% | 98.2% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 16.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% |
In this area, 96.8% 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 | 98.5% | 96.8% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 1% | 0.9% | -0.1% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.5% | 96.8% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.2% | 76.7% | 16.5% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 6.3% | 13.5% | -7.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29% | 37.2% | -8.2% |
| Christian | 69.2% | 46.2% | 23.0% |
| Jewish | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 1.4% | 6.0% | -4.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Primrose Lane was 79.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 27.1% lower than the Yeovil Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Primrose Lane has the 37th lowest crime rate of 75 local areas in Yeovil Central and the 580th highest crime rate of 1,848 local areas in Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 433.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trefoil House, 17 The Grange, Yeovil, Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2024-11-01 | £283,264 |
| Trefoil House, 17 The Grange, Yeovil, Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £237,500 | 2021-06-17 | £271,663 |
| Trefoil House, 17 The Grange, Yeovil, Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2021-02-19 | £289,627 |
| Goldcrest House, 1 The Grange, Yeovil, Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2018-03-23 | £378,294 |
| Chaffinch House, 4 The Grange, Yeovil, Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £243,000 | 2016-10-03 | £335,942 |
BA21 5TN 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 5TN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 43% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 84 |
| Full-Time Employee | 59 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Education | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primrose Lane Primary School Cunningham Road , BA21 5FH | 4out of 4 | 813 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Birchfield Community Primary School Birchfield Road , BA21 5RL | 3out of 4 | 823 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Milford Junior School Glenthorne Avenue , BA21 4PG | 3out of 4 | 1,523 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Milford Infants' School Glenthorne Avenue , BA21 4PG | 3out of 4 | 1,603 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St. Michael's Academy Grass Royal , BA21 4JW | 2out of 4 | 1,828 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 810 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westfield Academy Stiby Road , BA21 3EP | 3out of 4 | 2,986 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Preston School Academy Monks Dale , BA21 3JD | 2out of 4 | 3,664 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 | 2,306 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 | 672 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fiveways Special School Victoria Road , BA21 5AZ | 4out of 4 | 1,613 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Somerset Partnership School Dampier Street , BA21 4EN | 3out of 4 | 2,331 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambian Lufton College Lufton , BA22 8ST | - not rated | 5,435 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 Great Lyde | 1 Cavalier Way | 662 yd | |
| The Yellow Wagtail | St Johns Road | 873 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Munch King | 69 St Johns Road | 887 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 2 Cavalier Way | 619 yd | |
| The Southern Co-Operative ltd | Formerly Fleur De Lys, Mudford Road | 1,030 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fairmead School MUDFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 728 yd |
| Bucklers Mead Academy ST. JOHNS ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 840 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 | 39.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 37.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 44.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 44.5 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 9.58 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.