Bull Bridge Mead is in Halstock, Yeovil and in West Dorset district. BA22 9RL is located in the Yetminster electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of West Dorset. This postcode has been in use since 1993-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bull Bridge Mead, Halstock, Yeovil, BA22 9RL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BA22 9SL, BA22 9RU, BA22 9SB, BA22 9RS, BA22 9SD, BA22 9RT, BA22 9SR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BA22 9RL has a slightly higher male population, with 50.4% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.3% | 49.6% | 0.3% | 51.0% | -1.4% |
| Male | 50.7% | 50.4% | -0.3% | 49.0% | 1.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of BA22 9RL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.1% 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 | 16.8% | 23.9% | 7.1% | 37.9% | -14.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.9% | 54.1% | -11.8% | 44.2% | 9.9% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 2.3% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 6.5% | 11.5% | 5.0% | 9.1% | 2.4% |
| Widowed | 8.6% | 8.3% | -0.3% | 6.1% | 2.2% |
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 | 45.4% | 41.6% | -3.8% | 48.4% | -6.8% |
| Good health | 39.6% | 36.7% | -2.9% | 33.6% | 3.1% |
| Fair health | 11.8% | 13.9% | 2.1% | 12.7% | 1.2% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 6.5% | 4.0% | 4.0% | 2.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 | 19% | 12.4% | -6.6% | 18.2% | -5.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.7% | 7.3% | -7.4% | 9.6% | -2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.8% | 12.8% | -7.0% | 13.4% | -0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 4.6% | 0.3% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.4% | 23.9% | 10.5% | 16.9% | 7.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.3% | 36.2% | 9.9% | 33.8% | 2.4% |
| Other | 2.6% | 2.8% | 0.2% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 1.8% | 0.8% | -1.0% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 97.9% | 97.1% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 15.7% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
In this area, 94.2% 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 | 94.6% | 94.2% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 11.0% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 1.7% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.4% | 2.5% | 1.1% | 1.3% | 1.2% |
| Oceania | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.6% | 94.2% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 11.0% |
| 10+ Years | 1.4% | 5.4% | 4.0% | 9.8% | -4.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 0% | -3.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78% | 76.7% | 1.3% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 20.7% | 13.5% | 7.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.5% | 37.2% | -9.7% |
| Christian | 63.1% | 46.2% | 16.9% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other religion | 2.9% | 0.6% | 2.3% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bull Bridge Mead was 37.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 4.5% lower than the Beaminster average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bull Bridge Mead has the 11th highest crime rate of 35 local areas in Beaminster and the 611th highest crime rate of 1,293 local areas in Dorset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -31.9%.
Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bull Bridge Mead, Yeovil, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £126,500 | 2023-06-02 | £132,079 |
| 11 Bull Bridge Mead, Yeovil, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £81,250 | 2008-05-29 | £129,643 |
| 8B Bull Bridge Mead, Yeovil, Dorset Flats/Maisonettes, a newly built property | £62,000 | 2006-11-01 | £80,000 |
| 11 Bull Bridge Mead, Yeovil, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £57,500 | 2004-03-17 | £118,492 |
| 1 Bull Bridge Mead, Yeovil, Dorset Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £39,600 | 2000-11-24 | £108,928 |
BA22 9RL area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 5% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 17% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
BA22 9RL 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.
| Retired | 64 |
| Full-Time Employee | 58 |
| Self-Employed | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Coker Community Primary School East Coker , BA22 9HY | 3out of 4 | 5,208 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Halstock Village Hall | 579 yd | |
| Halstock Golf Club (Closed) | golf | 925 yd |
| Halstock Driving Range (Closed) | golf | 959 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% |
| Median download speed | 66.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 61.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.91 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.91 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.