BA22 7BB is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.4km from Galhampton in Galhampton. Administratively it sits within Castle Cary ward and the Somerton and Frome constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a traditional countryside zone — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. Residents average 50 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 82% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £293k.
Census 2021 statistics for BA22 7BB are sourced from Output Area E00148586 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BA22 7BB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BA22 7BB.
325
50
£ 47,700 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
BA22 7BB is a mixed residential postcode — average age 50, 82% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £293k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BA22 7BB. 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
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 293,000
2 sales · Mean £ 293,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
BA22 7BB has low crime rates — 21 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.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Galhampton Country Store0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Orchard Inn0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Castle Cary3.8 km
- Bruton7.4 km
- Templecombe10.3 km
Bus Stops
- Harvester0.2 km
- Harvester0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BA227BB · Data under Open Government Licence