Is BA22 7DE a safe place to live?

Yes, BA22 7DE is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 10 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in BA22 7DE?

The average property price in BA22 7DE is currently around £306k.

What is the population of BA22 7DE?

The population for the BA22 7DE area is approximately 356 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis South Somerset, South West

CARY ROAD, BA22 7DE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CARY ROAD, BA22 7DE.

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

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Population

356

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 47,700 /yr

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Employed

49%

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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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9/10

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7/10

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1/10

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9/10

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4/10

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6/10

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1/10

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6/10

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1/10

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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. BA22 7DE's 67% ownership and 46-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

BA22 7DE is a safe, established residential area on Cary Road, 0.1km from North Cadbury in North Cadbury. Administratively it sits within Castle Cary ward and the Somerton and Frome constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. 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 46) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 67% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 10 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £306k.

Census 2021 statistics for BA22 7DE are sourced from Output Area E00148585 (shared with 20 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 7DE. The average age is 46.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.5%

Asian / British Asian0.6%

Black / African / Caribbean0.3%

Other / Mixed1.7%

Economic Activity

49%Active

FT: 33%

Unemployed: 0%

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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 143,500

1 sales · Mean £ 143,500

Detached

£ 420,000

7 sales · Mean £ 424,992

Semi-Detached

£ 312,500

1 sales · Mean £ 312,500

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

BA22 7DE has low crime rates — 10 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences5

Burglary1

Public order1

school Local Schools

North Cadbury Church of England Primary School

Inadequate81 pupils0.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby

North Cadbury Village Stores Ltd0.3 km

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby

Ashlea House0.3 km

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

Caroline Bowen T/A The Catash Inn0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Castle Cary6.0 km
Templecombe8.9 km
Bruton9.0 km

Bus Stops

The Catash Inn0.4 km
The Catash Inn0.4 km