Postcode Analysis South Somerset, South West

BA7 7AY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BA7 7AY.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

266

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Avg Age

54

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Avg Income

£ 47,700 /yr

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Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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9/10
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4/10
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3/10
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3/10
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3/10
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7/10
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3/10
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7/10
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1/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. BA7 7AY's low deprivation rank, 75% ownership, and £1.6M median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.

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

BA7 7AY is a sought-after residential area located 0.3km from Castle Cary in Castle Cary. Administratively it sits within Castle Cary ward and the Somerton and Frome constituency.

For serious buyers, BA7 7AY is a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. During the day, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 54) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 75% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £1.6M. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for BA7 7AY are sourced from Output Area E00148577 (shared with 18 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 BA7 7AY. The average age is 53.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.4%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.8%
Other / Mixed1.9%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 2%
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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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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 1,600,000

1 sales · Mean £ 1,600,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

BA7 7AY has low crime rates — 35 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 offences27
Anti-social behaviour13
Public order12
Criminal damage and arson3
Other theft3

school Local Schools

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Castle Cary Community Primary School

Requires Improvement213 pupils0.6 km
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Ansford Academy

Good587 pupils0.7 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

11 nearby
  • Burns the Bread0.4 km
  • Castle Cary Tuesday Market0.3 km
  • Denela's Bakery Ltd0.4 km
  • George's Fruit and Veg0.5 km
  • McColls0.4 km
  • + 6 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Avalon House B&B0.9 km
  • George Hotel0.3 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Bay Tree1.0 km
  • The White Hart0.4 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

6 nearby
  • Burnt Honey @ Pithers0.3 km
  • Home Cafe0.3 km
  • Miah's Castle Tandoori0.4 km
  • One Lump or Two0.6 km
  • Pithers Bistro0.3 km
  • + 1 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-op0.4 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Castle Cary Kebab & Pizza House0.4 km
  • Castle Fryer Fish and Chips0.5 km
  • Dragon House0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Castle Cary1.4 km
  • Bruton5.0 km
  • Templecombe11.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Cary Hill0.1 km
  • Cary Hill0.1 km
  • Ancastle Terrace0.2 km
  • Ancastle Terrace0.2 km
  • Town Hall0.3 km