Is BA22 7AX a safe place to live?

Yes, BA22 7AX is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 19 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of BA22 7AX?

The population for the BA22 7AX area is approximately 325 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis South Somerset, South West

MAYFIELD CLOSE, BA22 7AX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MAYFIELD CLOSE, BA22 7AX.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-01 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

325

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 47,700 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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9/10

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9/10

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1/10

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6/10

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4/10

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7/10

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1/10

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8/10

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2/10

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Area Character

BA22 7AX is a mixed residential postcode — average age 50, 82% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BA22 7AX is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Mayfield Close, 0.2km from Galhampton in Galhampton. Administratively it sits within Castle Cary ward and the Somerton and Frome constituency.

For families considering a move, BA22 7AX represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 50) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 82% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for BA22 7AX are sourced from Output Area E00148586 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BA22 7AX. The average age is 49.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.2%

Asian / British Asian1.5%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

46%Active

FT: 29%

Unemployed: 1%

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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

BA22 7AX has low crime rates — 19 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences13

Anti-social behaviour1

Other crime1

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby

Galhampton Country Store1.0 km

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

The Orchard Inn0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Castle Cary3.6 km
Bruton7.2 km
Templecombe10.3 km

Bus Stops

Harvester0.1 km
Harvester0.1 km